Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant will miss the upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers due to a groin injury. In his absence, rookie tight end A.J. Barner stepped up as the lead tight end in the last game, where he recorded 4 receptions for 27 yards on 7 targets. While Barner may not be a strong season-long fantasy option, he could serve as a budget-friendly choice for daily fantasy sports (DFS).

• Noah Fant's absence opens up opportunities for A.J. Barner.
• A.J. Barner's performance indicates he can handle the lead TE role, albeit with modest production.