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Updated from live statsAJ Barner or Ja'Tavion SandersWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
AJ Barner is a Seattle Seahawks tight end who averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Ja'Tavion Sanders is a Carolina Panthers tight end who averaged 4.2 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 | Ja'Tavion Sanders |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 7.1 | 4.2 |
| Games Played | 17 | 14 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 121 | 59 |
| Receptions | 52 | 32 |
| Rec/Game | 3.1 | 2.3 |
| Receiving Yards | 519 | 308 |
| Rec Yds/Game | 30.5 | 22.0 |
| Receiving TDs | 6 | 1 |
| Targets | 68 | 45 |
| Target Share/Game | 4.0 | 3.2 |
| Age | 24 | - |
| Experience | 1 yrs | - |
| Bye Week | Week 11 | Week 11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start AJ Barner or Ja'Tavion Sanders in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for AJ Barner and Ja'Tavion Sanders 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2.
Should I draft AJ Barner or Ja'Tavion Sanders in 2026 fantasy football?▾
AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 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 Ja'Tavion Sanders average in 2025?▾
AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ja'Tavion Sanders averaged 4.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.
Do AJ Barner and Ja'Tavion Sanders share a bye week?▾
Yes, both AJ Barner and Ja'Tavion Sanders 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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