Report: Brian Burns Feared to Have Torn ACL

Brian Burns was cleared to play Sunday despite missing all week of practice with an ankle injury. He then left the game against the Tennessee Titans with an apparent right knee injury.

• Burns signed a five-year, $141 million deal when traded to New York in 2024.
• 16.5 sacks last season; Burns had zero through two weeks of 2026.
• Giants rank tied for last in pressures and second-to-last in sacks this season.
• Dr. David Chao wrote on X he was concerned for a right ACL injury based on video.

Why it matters: New York lost quarterback Jaxson Dart for the season in Week 2. A long-term Burns absence would leave the Giants without their top player on either side of the ball.

• Cornerback Deonte Banks and safety Tyler Nubin are also out with calf injuries.

How 7 sources split on this story

Where they split: Pre-game coverage focused on Burns' activation as a boost; mid-game reports shifted to concern about a potentially serious new injury.

What’s next: Burns was taken directly to the locker room without stopping at the medical tent.

• The Giants are expected to lean on running backs Cam Skattebo and Najee Harris.
• How serious is Burns' right knee injury, and will he miss significant time?
• Did playing through the ankle injury contribute to the knee injury suffered in-game?