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AJ Barner or Kenneth GainwellWho 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. Kenneth Gainwell is a Pittsburgh Steelers running back who averaged 10.9 fantasy points per game across 17 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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TESeattle Seahawks#22 TE
AJ Barner
PPG
7.1
Games
17
Rec
52
Rec Yds
519
Rec TDs
6
Targets
68
Bye
Week 11
RBPittsburgh Steelers#26 RB
Kenneth Gainwell
PPG
10.9
Games
17
Rush Yds
537
Rush TDs
5
Rec
73
Rec Yds
486
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

AJ Barner vs Kenneth Gainwell: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAJ BarnerKenneth Gainwell
PPG (Half-PPR)7.110.9
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)121185
Rushing Yards14537
Rush Yds/Game0.831.6
Rushing TDs15
Receptions5273
Receiving Yards519486
Targets6885
Total TDs78
Age2427
Experience1 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start AJ Barner or Kenneth Gainwell in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for AJ Barner and Kenneth Gainwell 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 Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9.

Should I draft AJ Barner or Kenneth Gainwell in 2026 fantasy football?▾

AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9 across 17. 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 Kenneth Gainwell average in 2025?▾

AJ Barner averaged 7.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

When are AJ Barner and Kenneth Gainwell's bye weeks in 2026?▾

AJ Barner (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Kenneth Gainwell (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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