AJ Barner vs Mark Andrews
Two tight ends fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Clear edge · 68% confident
Mark Andrews- Higher projection: 163 vs 142 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 135 vs 192
- Market favorite: ADP 125.1 vs 188.7
AJ Barner and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Mark Andrews holds the edge in expert consensus (TE16 to TE22). Mark Andrews typically comes off the board first, around pick 125 (round 11) to AJ Barner's pick 189. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Mark Andrews at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus AJ Barner at 142.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 80 touches to AJ Barner's 78), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. AJ Barner is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Mark Andrews is the solid pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Barner | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 142 | 163 |
| Points / game | 8.7 | 7.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #192 | #135 |
| ADP | 189 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE14 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 78% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 17 |
| Age | 24 | 31 |
| Bye week | 11 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: AJ Barner or Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft AJ Barner or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Mark Andrews is a solid pick over AJ Barner for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, AJ Barner or Mark Andrews?
Mark Andrews carries the higher 2026 projection at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 142 for AJ Barner.
Where are AJ Barner and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Mark Andrews has an ADP around pick 125 (round 11), while AJ Barner goes closer to pick 189 (round 16).
Who is ranked higher, AJ Barner or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Mark Andrews (TE16) ahead of AJ Barner (TE22) for 2026.
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