Burns was inactive for Sunday's 28-10 loss to the Ravens.

EDGE Analysis

Burns has seen his playing time drastically reduced and his role shift from defense to special teams. After averaging 893 defensive snaps his first two years in the league he averaged just 187 the past two with a career low of 66 defensive snaps this season. With just eight tackles in 10 games, Burns -- an unrestricted free agent -- may not return to Pittsburgh in 2020.

Burns (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Burns didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness, but he now looks back to full health. With Joe Haden (foot) battling an injury, Burns could be in line for an expanded role in Pittsburgh's secondary during Sunday's tilt against the Jets.

Burns (illness) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burns has missed the last four games, with the first two being attributed to a knee injury and the latter two chalked up to healthy scratches. The 2016 first-round pick mainly plays on special teams but has made one start at cornerback this season. If he's unable to play Sunday against the Jets, it shouldn't shake up the Steelers' defensive dynamic.

Burns (knee) is not listed on Wednesday's injury report, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burns has missed two straight contests due to a lingering knee injury, but he now looks back to full health. Barring any setbacks, he can be considered on track to play his usual role on special teams in Arizona on Sunday.

Burns (knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burns missed last week's game against the Bengals and was a surprise scratch for this week considering he logged a full practice Friday. With the 24-year-old still not ready to return to the lineup, look for Mike Hilton to see a bump in reps in Burns' stead.

Burns (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burns missed last week's win over the Bengals and began the week not practicing, but he was able to put in a full practice Friday. The 24-year-old appears on track to play Week 13, but his status will officially remain up in the air until gameday.

Burns (knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's contest against the Bengals, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burns was considered doubtful for Sunday's contest, so his absence doesn't come as much of a surprise. He's nursing a knee injury sustained during Week 11's loss to the Browns.

Burns (knee) is officially listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burns suffered a knee injury during Week 11's loss to the Browns. He kicked off this week with back-to-back limited practices but was unable to participate in any capacity Friday. If the 24-year-old is forced to miss any time, his absence will be a blow to Pittsburgh's special teams.

Burns exited Thursday's game against the Browns with a knee injury.

EDGE Analysis

Burns appeared to suffer the injury while covering a punt before making his way to the locker room. The 24-year-old has played more than two defensive snaps in only one game this season, so the Pittsburgh defense is unlikely to be significantly impacted by his absence.

Burns is in line to get the start at cornerback for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

This news comes on the heels of fellow cornerback Steven Nelson (groin) officially being ruled out for Sunday's game. Burns has seen just two defensive snaps to this point in the season, so it's likely he'll be tested often if he indeed gets the start. The other player in line to see more reps in Nelson's absence is Mike Hilton.