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Updated from live statsAJ Barner or James ConnerWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: James Conner is listed out (foot) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
AJ Barner is a Seattle Seahawks tight end who averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. James Conner is a Arizona Cardinals running back who averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | AJ Barner | James Conner |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 7.1 | 11.0 |
| Games Played | 17 | 14 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 121 | 154 |
| Rushing Yards | 14 | 752 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 0.8 | 53.7 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 5 |
| Receptions | 52 | 28 |
| Receiving Yards | 519 | 218 |
| Targets | 68 | 0 |
| Total TDs | 7 | 6 |
| Age | 24 | - |
| Experience | 1 yrs | - |
| Bye Week | Week 11 | Week 11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start AJ Barner or James Conner in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for AJ Barner and James Conner is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game in 2025 and James Conner averaged 11.0.
Should I draft AJ Barner or James Conner in 2026 fantasy football?▾
AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and James Conner averaged 11.0 across 14. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did AJ Barner and James Conner average in 2025?▾
AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.9 points per game.
Do AJ Barner and James Conner share a bye week?▾
Yes, both AJ Barner and James Conner share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at tight end for that week.
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