AJ Barner

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner takes a 61-yard completion from quarterback Sam Darnold down the field late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner discusses his journey to becoming an NFL tight end and his aspirations to be among the elite in the league. (0:16) Barner's goal of being an elite tight end developed during his college years at Indiana and Michigan. (1:01) He transitioned from linebacker to tight end during recruitment, which proved to be a great fit. (2:38) Barner acknowledges the talent in the NFL, particularly among tight ends in his division, and believes he has the potential to rank among the best. (3:48) He expresses enthusiasm for the Seahawks' offense under Klint Kubiak, which heavily involves tight ends. (5:39) Barner highlights the value of the Tight End University program in learning from current and former players. (6:31) He emphasizes the importance of tight ends being versatile, able to fit in with both offensive linemen and receivers. (7:27) Barner discusses the importance of ball security, especially against a defense like Jacksonville's that is known for takeaways.

On "NFL Fantasy Live", NFL Anchor Patrick Claybon, Fantasy Analyst Adam Rank and Analytics Expert Cynthia Frelund discuss which players to target on the fantasy football waiver wire heading into Week 6.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner discusses the team's offensive performance in Week 5. Despite a strong showing, the Seahawks didn't secure a win (0:04). Barner praises quarterback Sam Darnold's leadership and ability to make plays under pressure (0:50). With 8 touchdowns in two years, Barner talks about his fit with the Seahawks (1:42). He highlights the team's offensive communication, mentioning center Jalen Sundell and wide receiver Cooper Kupp (2:15). Barner explains his touchdown celebration, which originated from practice sessions with teammate Kenneth Walker III (2:41). He reflects on pre-draft evaluations that labeled him a blocking specialist, noting how he's exceeded those expectations (3:20).

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner brings in his second touchdown of the day from quarterback Sam Darnold in Week 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold throws a 2-yard touchdown pass to a wide open tight end AJ Barner in the third quarter of Sunday's Week 5 matchup with the Buccaneers.

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner makes an 11-yard reception from quarterback Sam Darnold in the first half of Sunday's matchup with Tampa Bay at Lumen Field.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner reflects on his touchdown and the team's offensive performance. At 0:09, Barner describes his touchdown route from the playbook, praising quarterback Sam Darnold for a good pass. He emphasizes the importance of scoring points and winning games at 0:23. Barner expresses confidence in the offense at 0:43, stating they need to keep improving. At 1:07, he discusses his effectiveness in the red zone, attributing it to increased opportunities and his ability to create mismatches. Barner concludes by praising Darnold's composure and consistency as a quarterback at 1:27.

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner catches a 16-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Sam Darnold against the Arizona Cardinals.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold floats a perfect 16-yard pass into the hands of tight end AJ Barner for the first touchdown of "Thursday Night Football".

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold delivers a pass to tight end AJ Barner for a 23-yard reception Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold spins out of a sack to find tight end AJ Barner for 19 yards against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold throws a quick pass to tight end AJ Barner for a touchdown in the third quarter of Sunday's Week 2 matchup with the Steelers.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner was wired for sound in the team's season opener vs. the division rival at Lumen Field. Check out the best mic'd up moments from Barner in Week 1.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner spoke to media on Tuesday afternoon about the team's mentality going into the season, what stands out about this group, preparing to face off against the 49ers in Week 1 and more at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner shares insights on the team's training camp and recent changes. He expresses excitement about being back at Lake Washington (0:09) and discusses the opportunity arising from Noah Fant's departure (0:23). Barner emphasizes his focus on consistency and run blocking (1:09, 1:39), praising new teammate Elijah Arroyo (2:41) and veteran Eric Saubert (3:11). He also discusses building chemistry with quarterback Sam Darnold (4:37) and the team's offseason gathering in Los Angeles (5:22).

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner hauls in quarterback Geno Smith's 4-yard touchdown pass in the second half of Sunday's matchup against the Rams.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner discusses his journey in the NFL and his efforts to prove himself as a complete tight end. He highlights a spectacular catch (0:35) that ranks among his best, alongside one from his college days at Indiana. Barner emphasizes his continuous efforts to improve both in blocking and receiving, addressing the misconception that he was just a blocking tight end coming out of college (1:47). He stresses the importance of earning the quarterback's trust (3:01) and adapting to increased playtime in the NFL(5:16). Barner mentions the team's philosophy under head coach Mike Macdonald of "staying the course" and "stacking wins" (6:52). He expresses confidence in his abilities and determination to continue breaking the narrative about his capabilities in the league.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith finds rookie tight end AJ Barner in the end zone for the touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings.

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner discusses a crucial play and the team's resilience in their recent victory. He describes a block and release play (0:01) that resulted in a touchdown, crediting DK Metcalf's block and Geno Smith's pass. Barner highlights the team's ability to stay composed and fight back from deficits (0:17), referencing a previous game against the 49ers. He expresses excitement for Zach Charbonnet's go-ahead touchdown (0:32) and praises the offensive line's performance. Reflecting on his rookie season, Barner points to a combined practice with Tennessee (0:54) as a turning point for his confidence. He acknowledges the learning curve of being a rookie and the support from veterans, coaches, and the organization (1:03). Barner also briefly mentions his excitement about Michigan's recent win (1:32).

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith finds tight end AJ Barner on a 12-yard touchdown during Sunday's matchup with the Jets.

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner hurdles a Los Angeles Rams defender on a 10-yard pass from quarterback Geno Smith Sunday at Lumen Field.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith connects with tight end AJ Barner for a 13-yard gain in Week 5 against the New York Giants.

Seahawks rookie tight end, AJ Barner, found the end zone for the first time in the NFL on Monday Night Football against the Lions. Listen to the voice of the Seahawks, Steve Raible, call the rookie's first score as a pro.

Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner takes a pass from quarterback Geno Smith 18 yards Monday against the Lions.

Stepping into a key role in Seattle's offense in his second season, AJ Barner is off to an impressive start.

Seahawks fantasy insider offers tips to get your ready for Week 6.

Tight end AJ Barner scored two more touchdowns, giving him four this season, in Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers.

Seahawks second-year tight end AJ Barner said the tight ends will be "bringing the juice" this season in Klint Kubiak's offense. 

Taking a look back at some of the players, plays and moments that stood out in the 2024 season.

Through AJ Barner's first season, he has shown that he can be more than just a "blocking tight end" and show up in big moments.

The rookie out of Michigan scored his first NFL touchdown on Monday night in Detroit.

Stop the clock. We're taking a timeout with AJ Barner to help the 12s learn more about the Seahawks player who grew up in Ohio and loves baseball. 'Timeout with the Seahawks' is presented by Delta.

Taking a look at the relationship between the Reese's Senior Bowl and the Seahawks organization after Seattle selected six Senior Bowl participants in the 2024 NFL Draft.

The Seahawks signed tight end AJ Barner Monday afternoon, the fifth member of their 2024 draft class to sign.

Just a couple days after the 2024 NFL Draft has concluded, Seahawks rookies have their jersey numbers for the upcoming season.

The Seahawks selected TE AJ Barner of Michigan with the No. 121 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. And here are a few facts to get to know the new Seahawk.

Michigan tight end AJ Barner was selected by the Seahawks in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.