Giants' Brian Burns ranked 14th on NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 list
New York Giants LB Brian Burns has been ranked the 14th-best player in the NFL entering the 2026 season, as voted on by his peers.
New York Giants linebacker Brian Burns secured the No. 14 spot on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 list, a peer-voted ranking that acknowledges the league's top performers from the past season. Burns' standout performance in 2025 earned him a career-high 16.5 sacks, which ranked second in the NFL and marked the fourth-highest single-season total in Giants history.
The versatile defensive player appeared in all 17 games, racking up 67 tackles, three forced fumbles, and seven pass deflections, earning him second-team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors. Fellow players praised Burns' consistency and athleticism, with comments emphasizing his ability to disrupt opposing offenses in various ways. Notable admirers include Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby and Saints quarterback Tyler Shough, who both highlighted Burns' impact on the field.
The ranking marks a significant rise for Burns, who was not on the previous Top 100 list. Acquired by the Giants in a trade from Carolina in 2024, Burns has become a vital component of the team's defense, despite the squad's 4-13 record.
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