OREN BURKS NEWS

Likely starting in divisional round Burks is expected to start in place of the injured Nakobe Dean (knee) in Sunday's divisional round playoff game, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With Dean sustaining a torn patellar tendon in the second quarter of Sunday's win over the Packers, Burks stepped in and saw more defensive work in the second half, finishing the contest with five total tackles and one forced fumble. The Vanderbilt product is likely to remain in the Eagles' first-team defensive lineup with Dean sidelined for the remainder of the season. Burks is expected to start alongside Zack Baun as part of Philadelphia's top inside linebacker duo in the divisional round matchup against the winner Monday night's wild-card game between the Vikings and the Rams.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hurts tosses 2 TD passes and Goedert throws 3 stiff-arms to lead Eagles past Packers 22-10

Jalen Hurts threw two touchdown passes in his first game since a late-season concussion, Dallas Goedert threw three stiff-arms on a rugged touchdown catch and the Philadelphia Eagl...

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean leaves on crutches after injuring his left knee against the Packers

The Philadelphia Eagles might have to move forward in the playoffs without standout linebacker Nakobe Dean after he injured his left knee in their wild-card game against Green Bay

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: Oren Burks forces the fumble on the opening kickoff, Jeremiah Trotter recovers On the opening kickoff, linebacker Oren Burks KO's Packers return specialist Keisean Nixon, knocking the ball loose. It's recovered by rooki...

2 DAYS AGO • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Impresses in start Burks recorded eight total tackles (two solo) and one forced fumble in Sunday's 41-7 win over the Cowboys.

Impact Burks filled in for the injured Nakobe Dean (abdomen) in the Week 17 blowout win, playing 100 percent of Philadelphia's defensive snaps. He impressed, leading the Eagles defense in total tackles while also stripping Jake Ferguson in the middle of the second quarter. If Dean plays through his abdomen issue in the Week 18 matchup against the Giants, Burks is expected to return to his reserve role. However, with the Eagles already having the secured the NFC's No. 2 seed, Dean will likely rest, paving the way for Burks to make his second consecutive start.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Highlight: Oren Burks, Jordan Davis force Cowboys' second turnover Linebacker Oren Burks forces Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson to fumble and Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis recovers sending Linc...

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Cleared to play Sunday Burks (groin) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Giants and is expected to play.

Impact Burks has yet to play a single snap on defense this season but is a special teams stalwart for the Eagles, logging 96 snaps across five appearances. Burks has yet to record any stats in the box score.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles Sign Oren Burks to Active Roster The former San Francisco 49ers linebacker is back on the 53-man group for Philadelphia.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Eagles Sign Oren Burks to Active Roster The former San Francisco 49ers linebacker is back on the 53-man group for Philadelphia.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Roster Moves: Eagles promote Oren Burks, place James Bradberry on Injured Reserve The Eagles also added a familiar face from the offensive line to the practice squad.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

The 49ers look to bounce back from another playoff heartbreak and win an elusive Super Bowl

The San Francisco 49ers once again head into the season following a deep playoff run that fell short of the ultimate goal

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: Oren Burks uses nasty swim move to earn sack of Jaren Hall Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Oren Burks uses a swim move to shed a blocked and earn a preseason sack of Minnesota Vikings quarterback Jare...

AUGUST 24, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Finally back at practice Burks (knee) participated at practice Saturday, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Burks was out for most of training camp as he dealt with a knee injury, but it now looks like he's back in playing shape as the regular season approaches. Barring injuries, he figures to play only a minor role in Philadelphia's defense in 2024.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles sign Oren Burks to a 1-year contract The linebacker explains the importance of playing for a winning organization and how he's starting 'a new season of life' with the upcoming...

MARCH 19, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Press Conference: Oren Burks | March 19, 2024 Fresh off signing his one-year contract, linebacker Oren Burks talks about the opportunity that's presented to him in Philadelphia, the riva...

MARCH 19, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Sources: Former 49ers linebacker Oren Burks agrees to one-year deal with Eagles Burks, 28, has spent the last two seasons mostly as a key special-teams contributor with the Niners.

MARCH 17, 2024 • INQUIRER.COM

Inks deal with Eagles Burks signed a one-year contract worth up to $2.5 million with Philadelphia on Saturday, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports.

Impact Burks saw the most defensive work of his career with San Francisco last season, tallying 308 defensive snaps and accumulating a career-best 46 tackles, including a sack. He also continued to play on special teams, which had been his primary role in the NFL prior to last year. Burks will likely provide depth at linebacker for Philadelphia in the coming campaign while adding value as a core special-teamer.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up for NFC Championship Burks (shoulder) is active for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Lions, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.

Impact Burks sustained a shoulder injury in Thursday's practice and was limited in Friday's session. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported earlier Sunday that Burks was unlikely to play in the NFC Championship Game, but it appears the linebacker will battle through his shoulder issue. He had two solo tackles in the Niners' divisional-round win over the Packers.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Burks (shoulder) is not expected to suit up for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Lions, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Burks sustained a shoulder injury during Thursday's practice that left him questionable to play on San Francisco's final injury report. While the nature of this issue is still unclear, the 28-year-old looks like he'll miss Sunday's playoff game. Burks served as a primary reserve linebacker and regular contributor on special teams during the regular season, logging 46 tackles and one interception across 15 appearances. He also played 19 defensive snaps during last week's divisional-round win over Green Bay.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deebo Samuel Cleared, Oren Burks Questionable; Injury Report #DETvsSF Head coach Kyle Shanahan detailed the 49ers latest injury updates headed into the team's NFC Championship Game versus the Detroit Lions.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • 49ERS.COM

Using His Voice for Good: How Oren Burks is Inspiring Change in The Bay San Francisco 49ers linebacker Oren Burks shared how he strives to make a lasting impact on the Bay Area through social justice efforts.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Exits with knee injury Burks (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Burks had one tackle before leaving Sunday's game. In his absence, Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles has taken over at strong linebacker.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oren Burks Records First-Career Interception in Primetime Linebacker Oren Burks intercepted Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's pass for the team's third interception of the night

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Season-best outing Sunday Burks recorded seven tackles (four solo) and one pass defended during Sunday's 31-14 victory against the Rams.

Impact The 27-year-old played every defensive snap with starting weakside linebacker Dre Greenlaw (calf) ruled out ahead of this contest. Burks has played over twice as many special-teams snaps as defensive snaps over the course of his five-year career, and his playing time will drop off significantly if Greenlaw is able to return against the Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 13.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

49ers players call Garoppolo's return a 'win-win' situation

Before the news about Jimmy Garoppolo staying in San Francisco as the backup quarterback became public last week, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan gathered a group of his team leaders in...

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS