Jaylen Waddle and AJ Barner enter the Seattle Seahawks' Week 6 matchup against the Denver Broncos with distinct receiving roles and red-zone opportunities.
The Thursday Night Football game is scheduled for 8:15 p. m.
ET at Empower Field at Mile High and will stream on Prime Video.
According to a Yahoo Sports preview, Waddle has scored one touchdown this season but leads the Broncos in targets per route run and first-read target share.
Those metrics reflect his involvement in Denver's passing game.
The Seahawks use zone coverage at the highest rate in the NFL, and Waddle has seen a higher target rate against zone defenses this season.
Denver has frequently moved him around the formation to create different receiving opportunities.
Waddle has lined up in the slot on 44% of his plays, which could help him avoid direct matchups with All-Pro cornerback Devon Witherspoon.
However, the article does not establish how the individual matchups will unfold during the game.
Barner has also developed a prominent role in Seattle's offensive formations, with his route participation and involvement near the goal line distinguishing him as a receiving option beyond the team's primary wide receivers.
He runs the second-most routes on the Seahawks and ranks second on the team with five red-zone targets.
Those figures highlight his involvement in the passing game and the opportunities he has received in areas where scoring chances can develop.
His role also extends to Seattle's short-yardage offense, where he serves as the Seahawks' tush-push option, a role connected to his only touchdown this season.
The report notes that Barner scored 11 touchdowns combined over his previous two seasons, providing additional context for his role entering the matchup.
Seattle and Denver meet in a Week 6 contest scheduled for Thursday Night Football at Empower Field at Mile High.
Kickoff is set for 8:15 p. m.
ET, and Prime Video is scheduled to carry the game.
