AJ Barner vs Hunter Henry: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between AJ Barner and Hunter Henry is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Seattle Seahawks tight end put up 7.1 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Hunter Henry of the New England Patriots averaged 8.8 in 17. A 1.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 1.7 points favors Hunter Henry, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one tight end to the other.
Both see steady target volume for the tight end position. AJ Barner had 52 catches for 519 yards; Hunter Henry posted 60 for 768. At a position where most starters barely clear 7 PPG, this class of tight end is where the fantasy advantage lives week to week.
One scheduling note: AJ Barner is off Week 10 and Hunter Henry Week 14. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in tight end for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.
