Fantasy Player Profile Sam Franklin
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Signs with Buffalo
The Bills signed Franklin on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Franklin lands on his feet quickly after he was released by the Broncos earlier Tuesday. The veteran safety appeared in 74 regular-season contests in Carolina over the previous five seasons. He recorded 105 tackles (74 solo), including 1.0 sacks, five pass breakups, including one interception, and one forced fumble in that span. Franklin will handle reserve safety duties while contributing on special teams in Buffalo.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 8:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Released by Denver
The Broncos released Franklin on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Franklin inked a one-year deal with Denver back in April after spending the first five seasons of his career in Carolina. Franklin is a reserve safety and special teams contributor.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 8:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Signs one-year deal in Denver
The Broncos signed Franklin to a one-year contract Tuesday, Jon Heath of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Franklin, who spent the first five years of his NFL career in Carolina, suited up for 10 regular-season games with the Panthers in 2024. He played 236 snaps on special teams and just four snaps on defense in that span. Now, the 29-year-old safety will compete for a similar role in Denver.
Published: Tue, Apr 8 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Will make season debut Sunday
Franklin (foot) is active for Sunday's Week 8 matchup against the Broncos, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin began the campaign on IR and missed each of Carolina's first seven contests. He was activated Saturday after finishing the week with consecutive full practices. Franklin has logged more snaps on special teams than on defense each of the past three seasons and will likely fill a similar role now that he's back in action.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Removed from IR
The Panthers activated Franklin (foot) from injured reserve Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin, Carolina's special teams captain, has yet to make an appearance during the regular season due to a fractured foot sustained during training camp. He remains questionable for Sunday's road matchup against the Broncos.
Published: Sat, Oct 26 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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Could return from IR
Franklin (personal/foot) was a full practice participant Friday and is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Franklin broke his foot in late July, which caused him to begin the regular season on injured reserve. His 21-day window to return from IR opened Oct. 14, and while he opened this week as a DNP on Wednesday, he finished with consecutive full practices. By practicing without limitations over the last two days, Franklin has given himself a chance of being activated off IR ahead of Sunday's contest.
Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 7:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially designated to return
Franklin (foot) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: The Temple product broke his foot in late July and has yet to play for the Panthers this season. However, the opening of his 21-day practice window Wednesday indicates he's nearing a return to the field. Expect Franklin to serve as a depth piece in a struggling Panthers secondary once he's activated to the team's active roster.
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning to practice
Panthers head coach Dave Canales said Monday that Franklin (foot) will resume practicing this week, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.
Analysis: The Temple product broke his foot in late July and has yet to make his 2024 debut. However, Canales' comments Monday indicate that Franklin is almost past his injury, and with a full week of practice ahead of him, the safety could be a candidate to be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's contest versus the Commanders. When healthy, Franklin may not see much run on defense but should be a major contributor on special teams.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
Franklin (foot) was placed on the Panthers' injured reserve list Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin broke his foot on July 29 and has been sidelined since. He was expected to play a big role on Carolina's special-teams unit prior to the injury. It is unclear where his timeline for recovery stands, but the 28-year-old will be eligible to return Week 5 versus the Saints if his health allows it.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 5:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Breaks foot
Franklin broke his foot during Saturday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Head coach Dave Canales called Franklin's injury "a big hit" due to the 28-year-old's value to Carolina's special-teams unit, per David Newton of ESPN.com. Franklin appeared in all 17 of the Panthers' regular-season games last season, recording 30 total tackles and three passes defended, including one interception, while playing a total of 602 snaps (313 on special teams). Once the Temple product is past his foot injury, he's expected to remain an integral part of the Panthers' special-teams…read more
Published: Mon, Jul 29 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Carolina
The Panthers re-signed Franklin to a one-year contract Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Franklin suited up for all 17 regular-season games with Carolina last season, finishing with 30 tackles (20 solo) and three passes defensed, including an interception which he returned for a 99-yard touchdown in Week 4 against the Vikings. He also played 310 snaps on special teams.
Published: Wed, Mar 27 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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Plays all 17 games
Franklin finished the regular season with 30 tackles (20 solo) and three passes defended, including a 99-yard interception returned for a touchdown, in 17 games.
Analysis: Franklin has played every game for the Panthers over the past two seasons. The highlight of his 2023 campaign was his long touchdown in Week 4, the first end-zone trip of his four-year career. Franklin will now become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
Published: Mon, Jan 15 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Sunday
Franklin (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin was a limited participant in practice all week and will suit up Sunday. He's primarily served on special teams since Week 9 and has four tackles (three solo) over that six-game span.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Set to start Week 8
Franklin is set to start at strong safety for Sunday's game against the Texans, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: The move comes with safeties Vonn Bell (quadriceps) and Alex Cook (coach's decision) both inactive for Sunday's contest. Franklin has 22 tackles in six games this season -- already surpassing his 20 tackles from last year -- and an interception returned for a touchdown. He'll start at strong safety next to Xavier Woods.
Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Takes advantage of start
Franklin recorded four tackles (two solo) and returned an interception for a touchdown in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Franklin received the start at free safety with Xavier Woods (hamstring) unable to play and took advantage of the opportunity. With the Vikings on the doorstep, the Temple product was able to pick off a pass intended for K.J. Osborn at the one-yard line and take it 99 yards for the first score of the game. It was the 27-year-old's first interception of his career, as well as his first touchdown. With Woods still ailing and potentially facing a multi-week absence, Franklin may get the start…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 3 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to start
Franklin should start Sunday against the Vikings, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin will be the one to get the nod at free safety in place of Xavier Woods, who will be out with a hamstring injury. The Temple product ended up playing 53 defensive snaps against the Seahawks in Week 3, after Woods left with the injury, and recorded five tackles and a pass defended.
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Staying in Carolina
Franklin signed a one-year deal with the Panthers on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Franklin was originally a restricted free agent, and now that he's signed his tender, the 27-year-old will be back in Carolina for the upcoming campaign. After going undrafted in 2020, he played primarily on special teams last season and logged 20 tackles (15 solo) in 17 games. Franklin should have a similar role and contribute on special teams during the 2023 campaign.
Published: Tue, Apr 25 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Tendered by Panthers
Franklin received the minimum restricted free-agent tender from the Panthers on Monday, Josina Anderson of CBS Sports reports.
Analysis: This move gives the Panthers the ability to match any contract offered to Franklin. The linebacker-turned-safety is likely to return to Carolina in 2023, as Franklin's 67 tackles through 47 NFL games are unlikely to generate much buzz on the free-agent market.
Published: Mon, Mar 13 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Clears COVID protocols
Franklin was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.
Analysis: Franklin has mostly contributed on special teams this season, while providing extra depth at safety. Now healthy, he'll likely return to that role Sunday against the Saints.
Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Hits COVID list
The Panthers placed Franklin on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old was placed on the list after testing positive for the virus, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Franklin typically plays exclusively on special teams, so his potential absence Sunday against the Buccaneers won't affect Carolina's defensive game plan.
Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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All clear fo Week 14
Franklin (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Bill Voth of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Franklin logged full practice time Thursday and Friday despite taking the questionable tag into Sunday's game, so this is good news for the Panthers' secondary. The Temple product will see his first game action since Week 10, so it's unclear what sort of a role he'll have in the defense for Sunday's matchup.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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All clear Thursday
Franklin (ankle) was a full participant during Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Franklin was a limited participant Wednesday, but as evidenced by this news, he appears on track for Sunday's game against the Broncos. Franklin has yet to play since Week 10 due to the ankle injury, so his expected return will be a boost to the defense and special teams.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable against Vikings
Franklin (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Vikings, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Despite practicing without limitations to start the week, Franklin is unavailable for Sunday's NFC showdown. His absence hurts Carolina's secondary depth. Myles Hartsfield appears to be the primary backup to starters Juston Burris and Tre Boston. Rookie linebacker Jeremy Chinn figures to get some work at safety in select packages, too.
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Clear of ankle injury
Franklin (ankle) was a full practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: The 24-year-old was inactive for Sunday's win over Detroit with the ankle issue, but he had no limitations at Wednesday's practice. Franklin was seeing significant snaps before suffering the injury Week 10 and could return to that role in the secondary.
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Out against Detroit
Franklin (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Lions, Bill Voth of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: The undrafted rookie out of Temple will miss the first game of his career. He's taken on more responsibility of late, as he started the last four games and posted 18 tackles, a sack and a pass breakup. Myles Hartsfield could see more reps in nickel packages with Franklin on the sidelines.
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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Best game as pro
Franklin finished with seven tackles (five solo) and a sack in Sunday's 33-31 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Franklin has elevated his play since being promoted to the starting lineup in place of the injured Juston Burris (ribs), and Jeremy Chinn (knee) being sidelined Sunday afforded him even more opportunities. As a result, the rookie not only led the Panthers in tackles, but he also recorded his first career sack. That production should help his case to keep a valuable role regardless of when Burris returns.
Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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Set to start at safety
Franklin is expected to start at strong safety Sunday against the Saints because Juston Burris (ribs) is on injured reserve, Myles Simmons of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: The undrafted rookie out of Temple finished last week's game after Burris departed, and he posted two solo tackles. Franklin should handle a full workload as long as he holds his own, and he could have a busy day trying to slow down Saints running back Alvin Kamara.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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| Tackles | Turnover | Fantasy | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | BAL, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 2 | @NYJ, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.50 |
| 3 | MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | NE, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 6 | @ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | KC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | @MIA, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 11 | TB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.50 |
| 12 | @HOU, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 13 | @PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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