AJ Barner reflects on overcoming early nerves for Super Bowl

The 2027 title game will air Feb. 14 on ESPN and ABC.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 58m1 min read

AJ Barner went from his mom making him nervous to one of the biggest moments in his life 💪 🍿 Super Bowl LXI is on ESPN Via @ESPNNFL on X

What happened: AJ Barner, who won Super Bowl LX, experienced a journey from his mother making him nervous to reaching the peak of his football career. ESPN featured the tight end's path as part of its early promotion for Super Bowl LXI.

Why it matters: The network holds the broadcast rights for the upcoming championship game. Showcasing the personal obstacles of established professionals serves to build early anticipation for the event.

What to watch: Super Bowl LXI is scheduled for February 14, 2027.

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@espnNFL 2026-10-11T14:38:34.645855+00:00

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