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Burns (ankle) is listed as active Sunday versus the Titans, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports

Burns suffered a low-ankle sprain during the Giants' 28-6 loss at the Rams last Monday, and while he wasn't expected to require surgery, he also was trending toward an absence Sunday after not practicing in any capacity during Week 3 prep. Instead, he'll be available to New York's defense this weekend, but how much work he'll be able to handle in his current state remains to be seen.

King (coach's decision) is inactive but will serve as the emergency third quarterback against the Browns on Sunday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

King will once again operate as the QB3 behind Kenny Pickett and starter Bryce Young. Since he's serving in an emergency role, King is prohibited from playing Sunday unless both Young and Pickett were removed from the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

Coleman (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

It was reported earlier Sunday that Coleman was expected to suit up for Week 3, and he will indeed do so. Coleman was considered a game-time call for Sunday's contest, so it's not clear if he will be at full speed. However, he -- as well as DJ Moore and the rest of Buffalo's regular pass catchers -- will all be in uniform for Week 3.

Sanders (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

A fourth-round selection of the Panthers in the 2024 NFL Draft, Sanders will be a healthy scratch for each of the first three games of the 2026 regular season. There doesn't appear to be a clear path to playing time for the Texas product, unless at least one of Tommy Tremble, Mitchell Evans, Darren Waller or Feleipe Franks were to be unavailable. Sanders' next opportunity to suit up is Week 4 against the Lions on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Oliver (hip) is available for Sunday's game versus the Chargers.

Oliver didn't play in the Week 2 win over Detroit due to a hip injury. However, despite carrying a questionable tag for the Week 3 meeting with the Chargers, the veteran will be back on the field, likely resulting in less work for DeWayne Carter.

Ward (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Ward tweaked his groin during the Colts' overtime loss to the Chiefs in Week 2. He drew the questionable tag for Sunday's AFC South tilt following a DNP-LP-FP practice log, and the veteran cornerback has been given the green light to play after going through pregame warmups. Cam Taylor-Britt will operate in a depth role behind Ward and Sauce Gardner for Week 3.

Shelley (hamstring) is active Week 3 against the Bills.

Shelley was at risk of missing his first game of the season after sitting out practice Thursday, but returned on a limited basis Friday and ended up getting cleared to play. The undrafted free agent has primarily served on special teams to start his career, and he did pick up his first two career tackles in Week 2 against the Raiders. He'll be slotted for a similar role this week in Buffalo.

Foster (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Commanders.

Foster will be inactive for the second consecutive week. His next opportunity to suit up will come in Week 4 versus the Chargers.

Legette (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game at Cleveland, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Legette popped up on the Panthers' practice report Thursday as a non-participant due to a knee injury, which he followed up with a limited session Friday before being tagged as questionable to play Sunday. Mike Kaye of ESPN.com reported that Legette was expected to be a game-time decision, and Carolina has determined that a week off is prudent for the wide receiver. In Legette's absence, Brycen Tremayne, John Metchie and David Moore will be the tertiary options at the position behind Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker (ankle).

Lance (groin) is active Week 3 against the Bills.

It wasn't a very active practice week for Lance, who managed just a sole limited session on Friday due to his groin injury. It will ultimately be enough for Lance to suit up, however, relegating DJ Uiagalelei to the emergency QB3 role.