Outlook AJ Barner
AJ Barner vs. Patriots — Touchdown-Dependent Streaming Option at Home
Barner enters Week 1 completely off the injury report after logging full practices with an oblique issue, solidifying his role atop Seattle's tight end depth chart. While Seattle's offensive scheme is expected to utilize two-tight-end sets frequently alongside Elijah Arroyo, Barner faces stiff target competition from wideouts Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, and Rashid Shaheed in Sam Darnold's passing attack.
Rostered in just 12% of leagues and started in 2%, Barner remains a touchdown-or-bust play rather than a trustworthy starter. Our weekly projection pegs him for around two receptions and 22 receiving yards on three targets against New England. Fantasy managers should leave him on the bench in standard leagues, reserving him primarily for deep-format streaming.
Updated 6 days ago
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Outlook Rome Odunze
Rome Odunze at Carolina — Expected to Suit Up in a Favorable Road Opener
Odunze has been dealing with a calf issue that landed him on the injury report with a questionable designation, but Sunday morning reports confirm he is expected to play against the Panthers. Even with rookie Luther Burden III also commanding attention out wide, Odunze remains a primary outside target for Caleb Williams in this refurbished Chicago attack.
Our weekly projection slots him for around 11.9 fantasy points on roughly 7 targets and 56 receiving yards. Fantasy managers had been hesitant throughout the week as his start rate slipped to 57%, but with active status assured in a matchup featuring solid scoring expectations, he is a viable Flex option with WR2 upside if fully unleashed.
Updated 2 days ago
