New York Giants edge defender Brian Burns (ankle, neck and probably a few other unreported maladies) did not practice on Thursday. Burns has missed both practices this week as the Giants prep for the Atlanta Falcons, but head coach Brian Daboll believes his best remaining defensive player will be on the field Sunday.
“He should be ready to go for the game,” Daboll said.
Burns has 8.0 sacks on the season. Like wide receiver Malik Nabers, the 26-year-old two-time Pro Bowler has continued to work through a variety of ailments and regardless of the 2-12 team’s lack of on-field success.