Brian Burns

Panthers DE Brian Burns is officially active for a Week 8 matchup with the Texans.

Fantasy Impact

Burns was dealing with an elbow injury that kept him from participating in practice Friday. The Panthers will have their star pass rusher active in a tough matchup with an improved Texans’ offense.

Brian Burns is absent from practice on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

It is a downgrade after Burns was limited in practice on Thursday. It's reportedly not related to the trade rumors.

Brian Burns is officially active for Week 6 against the Miami Dolphins.

Fantasy Impact

An ankle injury left the veteran questionable to play on Sunday. He was able to return to practice on Friday, and now, he's officially active and good to go against the Dolphins. Carolina's defense is going to need all the help they can get if they want to slow down what is among the most dangerous offenses in the NFL.

Brian Burns returned to practice on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Burns returned after missing practice on Thursday. He should be good to go for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Brian Burns and the Panthers are not expected to reach a deal before the season opener against the Falcons.

Fantasy Impact

Even without getting a deal done, Burns is still expected to play against Atlanta. Burns is one of the league's best defensive ends, and he’s a sure start in IDP formats.