Brian Burns, the star edge defender for the New York Giants, was ranked 14th in this year’s NFL top 100, marking the team’s first high-ranking player since Odell Beckham Jr. Burns achieved a career-high 16.5 sacks and tied his STOPs record with 42 in 2025, showcasing his elite performance despite the team’s struggles. He is the highest-ranked Giant since 2017 and the third-highest since the list’s inception. As he enters his third season with the Giants, Burns aims to excel under new defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson.
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Brian Burns Ranked 14th in NFL’s Top 100 Players
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