Fantasy Player Profile Krys Barnes
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Earns spot on active roster
The Panthers are signing Barnes from the practice squad to the active roster Wednesday, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis: Barnes was elevated for Monday's loss to the 49ers with Christian Rozeboom (hip/hamstring) and Trevin Wallace (shoulder) both inactive, and he proved productive in the spot start, playing 99 percent of defensive snaps and recording 10 tackles (three solo). If Rozeboom and Wallace both remain sidelined Sunday versus the Chargers, Barnes will represent a pivot option for fantasy managers in IDP formats.
Published: Wed, Nov 26 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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Logs 10 tackles in spot start
Barnes recorded 10 tackles (three solo) in the Panthers' 20-9 loss to the 49ers on Monday night.
Analysis: Barnes was elevated from the practice squad ahead of Monday's contest and started at linebacker, playing 99 percent of the defensive snaps, seeing his first defensive action of the season. Christian Rozeboom (hip/hamstring) and Trevin Wallace (shoulder) were both inactive, and Claudin Cherelus exited Monday's game with a concussion, paving the way for Barnes to see extensive work.
Published: Tue, Nov 25 at 8:12am by Rotowire.com
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Signs with Carolina
Barnes and the Panthers agreed on a one-year contract Sunday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.
Analysis: Barnes will head to Carolina after starting all 17 regular-season games with the Cardinals in 2024, recording 35 total tackles (19 solo), including a career-high 2.0 sacks. The 27-year-old will now compete with Christian Rozeboom, Trevin Wallace and Jacoby Windmon for snaps at inside linebacker in 2025.
Published: Sun, Aug 3 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive in limited role in 2024
Barnes finished the 2024 season with 35 total tackles (19 solo), including 2.0 sacks, over 17 games.
Analysis: Barnes was able to appear in all 17 games with Arizona this season, spending the majority of his time operating as a special-teams option. The linebacker was able to notch a career-high 2.0 sacks while playing 201 total defensive snaps. Barnes will end the offseason as an unrestricted free agent and he'll likely have no trouble finding another suitor in 2025.
Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 7:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Fills in adequately
Barnes made nine tackles (eight solo), including a tackle for a loss, in Sunday's 34-13 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: The middle linebacker was playing in place of Kyzir White, who exited in the second quarter with a knee injury. Barnes played on more than 19 percent of Arizona's defensive snaps just once in the first five games, and his playing time moving forward might depend on White's status.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 7:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on Cardinals' roster
The Cardinals signed Barnes off the practice squad to the active roster Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes was initially omitted from Arizona's 53-man roster at the end of training camp and signed to the practice squad Wednesday. That was a deliberate move by the Cardinals, who needed to keep a spot on the initial roster open for Elijah Jones (heel) after placing Darius Robinson (calf) and Christian Jones (ankle) in the two spots dedicated to players placed on injured reserve who are designated to return. With Jones now placed on IR without having to miss the entire 2024 season, Barnes was…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches new deal with Arizona
Barnes and the Cardinals agreed on a one-year contract Monday, Johnny Venerables of PHNX Cardinals reports.
Analysis: Barnes joined the Cardinals ahead of the 2023 campaign, recording 55 tackles and six pass deflections (including an interception) over 16 games. The linebacker will now have a chance to build off of that performance in another campaign with Arizona.
Published: Mon, Mar 11 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive late in 2023
Barnes tallied 55 tackles, one interception and five more pass defenses in 16 games during the 2023 regular season.
Analysis: Barnes scattered six starts among his 16 appearances, and most of his production occurred after Kyzir White was lost for the season after Week 11 due to a torn biceps. As evidence, Barnes had 34 tackles over the final six contests, a span in which he played at least 60 percent of the defensive snaps on four occasions. He was operating on a one-year contract this past season, so a return to the Cardinals in 2024 may depend on White's recovery.
Published: Fri, Feb 9 at 10:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Co-leading tackler in win
Barnes finished Sunday's 35-31 win over the Eagles with seven tackles (four solo).
Analysis: Barnes and Antonio Hamilton finished tied for the most tackles on Arizona's defense Sunday. Barnes has played all but one defensive snap over the last two games since moving into the starting middle linebacker role for Kyzir White, who was placed on IR on Nov. 21 with a torn biceps. Since then, Barnes has 28 tackles (15 solo) over five games.
Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 5:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Season-high tackles in loss
Barnes recorded nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 27-16 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Barnes played a season-high 66 defensive snaps, leading to nine takedowns, his highest total of the year. The linebacker has compiled 42 tackles, five pass deflections and an interception over 14 contests in his first season with Arizona.
Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Barnes (ribs) will play in Sunday's matchup with the 49ers.
Analysis: Barnes was a limited participant at practice all week. He is apparently feeling good enough to give it a go, so look for him to take on his usual role at linebacker assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Iffy versus San Francisco
Barnes (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
Analysis: Barnes was a limited participant in all three practices this week and has a chance to play Sunday. Barnes has taken over the starting middle linebacker spot with Kyzir White on IR with an elbow injury, and the former has 14 tackles over his last three games.
Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to start week
Barnes (ribs) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes took over for Kyzir White (elbow, IR) as the starting middle linebacker in Week 11. Since then, Barnes has registered 14 tackles (seven solo) in three games.
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning Sunday
Barnes (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Browns.
Analysis: Barnes will return after a one-game absence. The UCLA product has primarily contributed on special teams this season, and he'll work to make an impact there in Week 9.
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Barnes (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old linebacker out of UCLA suffered a hamstring injury during the Cardinals' Week 7 loss to the Seahawks, and he was unable to practice all week, so it's no surprise that he'll be inactive Sunday. Victor Dimukeje is expected to see an increased workload as a rotational linebacker in Barnes' stead.
Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hamstring issue
Barnes is questionable to return to Sunday's game with the Seahawks after suffering a hamstring injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes went down in the first half, and the linebacker's ability to make it back to the field is now in question. In his absence, Owen Pappoe and Victor Dimukeje could see an increase in workload on Arizona's defense.
Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for Week 4
Barnes (finger) is officially active for Week 4 versus the 49ers, Darren Urban of Arizona's official website reports.
Analysis: Barnes is ready to go after he was able to log back-to-back limited practices to wrap up the week prior to Sunday. The linebacker has recorded 16 tackles and three pass deflections over the first three contests of the year.
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable
Barnes (finger) has drawn a questionable designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the 49ers.
Analysis: Barnes logged consecutive limited workloads at practice to close out the week after spending Wednesday on the sidelines. He has been filling in for Josh Woods (ankle), who is set to miss his third straight game. So, if Barnes cannot go, Owen Pappoe and Victor Dimukeje would be candidates for increased snaps.
Published: Sat, Sep 30 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Barnes (finger) was a limited participant at Arizona's practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes was unavailable to open the week, but he was able to return to the field Thursday. The linebacker will have one more practice session Friday to increase his workload ahead of the team's Week 4 matchup with the 49ers.
Published: Thu, Sep 28 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice Wednesday
Barnes (finger) did not practice Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes exited the Week 3 win over the Cowboys with the injury. He's been in on 61 percent of the defensive snaps through three games, recording 16 tackles and three pass breakups.
Published: Wed, Sep 27 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits with injury
Barnes (hand) is questionable to return after he left Sunday's contest with the Cowboys in the fourth quarter, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes sustained a hand injury, and considering how late in the game it happened, he's unlikely to return. More information on his status will likely come following the contest.
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Moves to Arizona
The Cardinals and Barnes agreed to terms of a one-year contract Saturday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: After notching at least 80 tackles in both of his first two campaigns as a pro, Barnes managed just six appearances last season due to a variety of injuries, most notably an ankle issue Week 1 that forced a lengthy stay on IR. The Packers didn't extend a qualifying offer or tender to Barnes as a restricted free agent this offseason, so he was free to sign anywhere. Upon joining the Cardinals, he'll serve as depth at inside linebacker behind Zaven Collins (calf), Isaiah Simmons and Kyzir White.
Published: Sat, Mar 25 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Sheds injury designation
Barnes (hand) was listed as a full participant in Thursday's practice report, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Barnes was a limited participant for Wednesday's practice, but it appears his hand has healed enough that he should be ready to go Sunday against the Eagles. His ability to play will be big for the Packers' defense if De'Vondre Campbell (knee) is out for another game.
Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Wednesday
Barnes (hand) was limited at Green Bay's practice session Wednesday.
Analysis: Barnes recorded a team-high 12 tackles in Thursday's loss to the Titans, but he appears to have suffered a hand injury either in that game or in the five days that followed. His ability to take the field Sunday in Philadelphia will be particularly important if De'Vondre Campbell, who missed Wednesday's practice due to a lingering knee injury, is forced to sit out a fourth straight contest.
Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Game-high 12 stops Thursday
Barnes recorded 12 tackles (six solo) and one sack during Thursday's 27-17 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: With De'Vondre Campbell ruled out for Thursday's game against Tennessee, Barnes filled in at linebacker and led both teams with 12 tackles on the night. The 24-year-old has missed eight games so far in 2022 due to a high-ankle sprain and a concussion, but over his last two contests, he's amassed 20 tackles and one sack on just 67 defensive snaps. While Quay Walker sustained an apparent shoulder injury Thursday and remains questionable heading into the team's Week 12 matchup in Philadelphia,…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 8:14am by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Thursday
Barnes (concussion) did not receive an injury designation ahead of Thursday's game against the Titans, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes is expected to play again after missing Sunday's win over the Cowboys due to a concussion, which he sustained during Green Bay's Week 9 loss to the Lions. The third-year linebacker has been limited to just 32 defensive snaps over two games due to injuries this season, though he figures to fill an increased role with All-Pro De'Vondre Campbell (knee) ruled out against Tennessee. Barnes played a career-high 507 defensive snaps last year, logging 81 tackles, one sack and four passes…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Full participant Monday
Barnes (concussion) was listed as a full participant on the Packers' estimated practice report Monday.
Analysis: Barnes sustained a concussion during Green Bay's Week 9 loss to the Lions, and he did not practice before being ruled out ahead of Sunday's 31-28 overtime win against the Cowboys. The Packers did not hold a practice Monday, so it's unclear if he's officially cleared the league's protocol for head injuries. With starting inside linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (knee) also dealing with an injury, it will be worth monitoring Barnes' status heading into Thursday Night Football against Tennessee.
Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely for Week 10
Barnes (concussion) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes suffered a concussion late in Green Bay's Week 9 loss to Detroit and has been in the league's protocol since. He failed to practice in any capacity, so he is a long shot to suit up against Dallas. Barnes missed seven consecutive games due to an ankle injury earlier in the season.
Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffering from concussion
Barnes did not practice Wednesday due to a concussion.
Analysis: Barnes was shaken up late in a Week 9 loss to Detroit, and he was subsequently diagnosed with a concussion. He led the Packers with eight tackles before getting hurt, helping to make up for the absence of De'Vondre Campbell (knee). Barnes will now need to pass through league protocols before he's able to return, and with Campbell still questionable, the Packers could be quite shorthanded at inside linebacker in Week 10.
Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading tackler in loss
Barnes recorded eight tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 15-9 loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Barnes finished with a team high in tackles despite playing just 25 defensive snaps Sunday. The third-year linebacker suffered an ankle injury in Green Bay's season opener and was sidelined on IR until this Week 9 contest. Barnes will have a chance to put up another prolific stat line if starting inside linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (knee) remains sidelined against Dallas this coming Sunday.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 7:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated ahead of Week 9
Barnes (ankle) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: Barnes was designated to return Wednesday and was officially activated after three days of practice heading into a Week 9 matchup against the Lions. He'll suit up for the first time since Week 1, when he played primarily on special teams and did not record a stat.
Published: Sat, Nov 5 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives return designation
Barnes (ankle) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Barnes landed on injured reserve after he suffered the ankle sprain during the season opener, and he's now been cleared to return to practice. The Packers now have 21 days to reinstate him to the active roster before he reverts to injured reserve.
Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Goes to IR with ankle injury
Green Bay placed Barnes (ankle) on its injured reserve list Tuesday.
Analysis: Barnes was carted off the field with a high ankle sprain during the Packers' loss at Minnesota on Sunday and will now miss at least the next four games. If 2022 first-rounder Quay Walker is also unavailable for Week 2 versus Chicago, Isaiah McDuffie would probably be in line for snaps at linebacker behind 2021 All-Pro De'Vondre Campbell.
Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Avoids substantial injury
Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that Barnes (ankle) likely "avoided significant injury," after being carted off with a high ankle sprain during Sunday's season-opening loss to the Vikings, Wes Hodkiewicz of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes will still likely be sidelined for multiple weeks, but LaFleur's comments are an encouraging sign given the initially concerning appearance of this injury. The 24-year-old recorded 161 tackles over 29 regular-season games for Green Bay during the past two years, and he should still slot into a prominent reserve role behind inside linebackers De'Vondre Campbell and Quay Walker (shoulder) when healthy in 2022.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Multi-week absence expected
Barnes is expected to miss at least a few weeks after suffering a high ankle sprain and calf injury in Sunday's loss to the Vikings, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Barnes was carted off with his right leg in an aircast against Minnesota. While his injuries are substantial, the Packers' initial hope is that Barnes' absence will be limited to a few weeks. He'll sit out in Week 2 against the Bears and likely a few additional games.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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Carted off Sunday
Barnes suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Barnes took on a reserve role to begin Sunday's matchup, and he was carted off the field with his right leg in an air cast during the fourth quarter. The exact nature and severity of his injury aren't yet clear, and whether he's available next Sunday against the Bears remains to be seen.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 6:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Inks new deal
Barnes signed a one-year contract with the Packers on Monday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Barnes played in 16 games for the Packers last season, tallying 81 tackles (58 solo), four passes defensed, a sack and two fumble recoveries. The second-year pro has carved out a significant role in the Packers' linebacker group, starting 23 games over the past two seasons.
Published: Mon, Apr 18 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid sophomore campaign
Barnes notched 81 tackles (58 solo), four pass breakups, two fumble recoveries and one sack across 16 games in 2021.
Analysis: Barnes had only one more tackle in 2021 than he did as a rookie a season prior, but he took a bigger step forward in coverage. That said, the 23-year-old hasn't yet emerged as a consistent fantasy option. He didn't record a single game with double-digit tackles in 2021.
Published: Wed, Feb 9 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Ties season high with nine stops
Barnes made a team-leading nine tackles (seven solo) and recovered a fumble in Sunday's 36-28 victory over the Rams.
Analysis: Barnes was only on the field for 61 percent of the Packers' defensive snaps in Week 12, but he was out there long enough to record three more tackles than anyone else on the team. Barnes sits third among Packers defenders with 55 total stops, but his 28 tackles over the past four weeks were the most on the team.
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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Makes season-high nine tackles
Barnes recorded nine tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 13-7 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Barnes was all over the field in Week 9, and he finished with three more tackles than he recorded over the previous three weeks. Barnes is taking a back seat to De'Vondre Campbell at the middle linebacker position, but he is starting to see the field more, playing at least 62 percent of the snaps in two straight contests.
Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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No injury designation for Week 5
Barnes (concussion) is not listed on the Packers' injury report ahead of Sunday's contest against the Bengals, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Barnes missed the Packers' Week 4 win, but he is set to return to action against the Bengals. It's unclear how much the 23-year-old will play in Week 5, as De'Vondre Campbell has taken over as the primary inside linebacker.
Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 4
Barnes (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Steelers, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official website reports.
Analysis: Barnes was able to return to practice in a limited fashion this week, but he won't be available for the Packers on Sunday. Oren Burks and Ty Summers will likely see expanded roles against the Steelers.
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 4
Barnes (concussion) logged a limited practice Friday and is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Steelers, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official website reports.
Analysis: Barnes suffered a concussion during Sunday night's win over the 49ers. He didn't practice Wednesday, but he was a limited participant Thursday and Friday. If he is unable to suit up, expect Oren Burks and Ty Summers to have increased roles against the Steelers on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for rest of SNF
Barnes (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game in San Francisco.
Analysis: Barnes exited in the second quarter to be evaluated for a concussion and was ruled out at halftime. He'll need to clear the league's concussion protocol in order to suit up against the Steelers in Week 4.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 7:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with head injury
Barnes exited Sunday's Week 3 contest against the 49ers to be evaluated for a concussion.
Analysis: There's been no official word as to whether Barnes has been diagnosed with a concussion. If that is the case, he will have to clear concussion protocol prior to returning to the field. Oren Burks and Ty Summers could each see an increased role in Barnes' absence.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 6:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Ties for team lead in solo stops
Barnes tallied eight tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Barnes started alongside De'Vondre Campbell at inside linebacker and finished second on the team in total tackles and tied for the team lead in solo stops. Barnes averaged 6.2 tackles per game during his rookie season, and he looks ready to at least make a similar impact in Year 2.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Sunday
Barnes (thumb) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Buccaneers, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Barnes suffered a fractured thumb during last weekend's playoff win over the Rams, but it won't impact his availability for Sunday's contest. The rookie starting linebacker is expected to wear a thumb cast through the Super Bowl if Green gets past Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Jan 22 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers broken thumb
Barnes suffered a fractured thumb during Saturday's 32-18 playoff win over the Rams, Olivia Reiner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Barnes returned to the NFC divisional round and finished with 10 tackles and a pass breakup, which may have been an interception if he wasn't playing with a club on his hand. The rookie is expected to play the rest of the postseason with a club. His practice reps likely will be limited during the week, but he should be available for the NFC Championship Game on Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Saturday's game
Barnes, who was forced out of Saturday's NFC divisional-round matchup against the Rams with a thumb injury, subsequently returned to the game.
Analysis: While the extent of Barnes' thumb injury was unclear after he exited the field during the first quarter, the linebacker returned to the game. The undrafted rookie should be on track to continue racking up tackles.
Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Barnes (thumb) is questionable to return to Saturday's NFC divisional-round matchup against the Rams, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Barnes injured his thumb during the first quarter of Saturday's game. The 22-year-old will aim to return to his inside linebacker duties.
Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Stacks up 14 stops
Barnes made a career-high 14 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's victory over the Bears.
Analysis: Play was stopped a couple times Sunday as a result of Barnes injuries, but he returned to the game after both instances and finished the day with a big number in the tackle department. Barnes has served as the Packers' primary inside linebacker of late and has more than held his own, so he figures to hang onto the job in the postseason.
Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Practices without limitations
Barnes (eye) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: An injury to his eye forced Barnes out of last Saturday's win over the Panthers, but he appears back to full health. The undrafted rookie can be considered fully on track for Sunday's upcoming home game against the Titans.
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Appears to be fine
Coach Matt LaFleur said Sunday that Barnes' vision is back to normal, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Barnes left Saturday's 24-16 win against the Panthers due to an eye injury. The undrafted rookie was quite impressive before his departure, piling up six tackles and forcing a goal-line fumble. As long as he avoids a setback, Barnes could be in line for a starting role in Week 16 against the Titans.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits with eye injury
Barnes suffered an eye injury during Saturday's win over the Panthers.
Analysis: The 22-year-old was extremely active before the injury, racking up six tackles while also forcing a critical fumble in a goal-line stand. Barnes should continue to see regular defensive snaps down the stretch, assuming the eye issue doesn't cause him to miss any time.
Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 10:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Barnes (calf) is active for Sunday's game versus Philadelphia, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 22-year-old was out the last three games after testing positive for COVID-19, and he'll return to the field Sunday despite being questionable with the calf injury. Barnes seems likely to work in a secondary role with Christian Kirksey and Kamal Martin healthy, though Martin played only nine defensive snaps last week.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for Sunday
Barnes (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Eagles, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Barnes missed the last three games after testing positive for COVID-19. He was activated from the reserve list Wednesday and was limited in practice all week due to a calf injury. He's trending toward a game-time decision. If he's able to return, it's unclear what kind of role he will have since Christian Kirksey is also healthy and has started three consecutive games.
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with calf issue
Barnes (calf) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Despite being activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Barnes was unable to log a full practice. The rookie has had a strong inaugural campaign in the NFL to this point, racking up 50 tackles (27 solo) and a sack across eight games. The UCLA product has yet to play in game action since Week 9 against the 49ers, so the team could be cautious with the linebacker leading into Week 13 against Philadelphia.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Comes off COVID-19 list
The Packers activated Barnes (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Barnes tested positive for COVID-19 early November, but he's now been cleared to rejoin his teammates. The 22-year-old appeared to be garnering a larger role on defense prior to being forced out of the lineup after Week 9.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Tests positive for coronavirus
Barnes (calf) tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The 22-year-old exited Thursday's win over the 49ers with a calf injury and will now move to the reserve/COVID-19 list due to the positive result. Barnes is currently asymptomatic but must be away from the team until further notice.
Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Thursday
Barnes (calf) is ruled out to return to Thursday's game against the 49ers.
Analysis: Barnes, who dealt with shoulder and biceps issues leading up to Thursday's contest, has now been ruled out due to a new calf injury. His absence should provide Oren Burks with increased defensive snaps.
Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves game Thursday
Barnes (calf) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the 49ers.
Analysis: Barnes came into the game managing shoulder and biceps injuries during the week, but he appears to be dealing with a new issue. Barnes was forced to leave the game in the second quarter, and as long as he's out, look for Oren Burks to see an uptick in snaps at inside linebacker.
Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 6:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for TNF
Barnes (shoulder/biceps) doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Thursday's game against the 49ers.
Analysis: Barnes logged a trio of limited practice days leading up to the game after playing a season-high 94 defensive snaps in last week's loss to Minnesota. The fact that Barnes is fully healthy is a positive sign for the defense, as he'll assume his usual starting role at inside linebacker for Thursday's game.
Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited during Tuesday's session
Barnes (shoulder/biceps) was a limited participant in Tuesday's walk-through practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Barnes was limited for a second straight day, the same course he followed last week before playing a season-high 94 percent of the defensive snaps. The undrafted rookie should be ready for Thursday's game against the banged-up 49ers, and he could be busy, especially if the 49ers opt to utilize a run-heavy approach with Jimmy Garoppolo and George Kittle out of the lineup.
Published: Tue, Nov 3 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Off injury report
Barnes (shoulder/biceps) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Vikings, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Barnes is among a handful of Packers who got removed from the injury report despite never upgrading above limited practice participation throughout the week. The rookie linebacker has gotten his career off to an impressive start with 43 tackles and a sack through six games.
Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Held back in practice Wednesday
Barnes (shoulder/biceps) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Barnes started this past Sunday's win over the Texans, but he only played 27 defensive snaps before aggravating his shoulder injury and being forced to sit out for the rest of the game. The undrafted rookie out of UCLA still managed eight tackles and his first career sack before his departure. It's a positive sign that he's on the field to start the practice week, although the limited designation could signal that he's avoiding contact. If he's unable to play this Sunday against the Vikings,…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Shoulder issue arises again
Barnes (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Texans.
Analysis: Barnes was all over the field prior to his exit on the first play of the third quarter, tallying a sack along with a team-high eight tackles. The undrafted rookie from UCLA has been making a profound impact thus far in 2020, as he entered Sunday's contest with eight more tackles than any other Packers defender. Kamal Martin stands behind Barnes on the depth chart, and with Green Bay carrying a multipossession lead, the team may exercise a cautious approach with its starting linebacker.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Green light for Week 7
Barnes (shoulder/calf) will play in Sunday's game against the Texans.
Analysis: Barnes was limited in practice all week but has been cleared for Sunday's contest. The undrafted rookie out of UCLA quickly claimed the starting inside linebacker role for Green Bay this year, and he posted a season-high 10 tackles against the Buccaneers last week. He should handle a full workload again, making him a sneaky IDP play, though he has limited upside since he hasn't recorded a pass breakup or a sack so far.
Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with injury
Barnes (shoulder/calf) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Barnes led the team on defense in Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers, totaling 10 tackles across 88 percent of snaps, so he could be dealing with some wear and tear. It's still too early to panic about his chances to suit up in Week 7, but if he is ultimately ruled out, Oren Burks and James Burgess would be in line for an increased snap count.
Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces squad in stops
Barnes made 10 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Things didn't go as planned for the Packers, but the undrafted rookie out of UCLA was once again a bright spot, playing 88 percent of the defensive snaps and leading the team in tackles. Barnes clogs up running lanes well and has seemingly secured a starting inside linebacker job moving forward, and he should be able to retain the gig even when Christian Kirksey (pectoral) returns to the lineup.
Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Full participant Thursday
Barnes (shoulder) was a full participant during Thursday's practice session, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 22-year-old linebacker has upgraded from limited practice participation to full participation between Wednesday and Thursday, shining optimism on his status for a Week 6 showdown with Tampa Bay's No. 11 scoring offense. Barnes sustained his shoulder injury during Green Bay's Week 4 Monday night win over the Falcons, though he still was capable of playing a season-high 38 defensive snaps during that contest. With 25 tackles already recorded, the undrafted rookie from UCLA is off to a…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Barnes is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Falcons due to a shoulder injury.
Analysis: It's unclear as to when Barnes suffered the injury. Oren Burks will likely see time at inside linebacker if Barnes is unable to return.
Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Effective in starting role
Barnes started at inside linebacker alongside Christian Kirksey in Sunday's victory over the Vikings and registered seven tackles (five solo) and two tackles for loss.
Analysis: Barnes was not even on the Packers' active roster as recently as Friday, but the rookie drew a surprise start after being called up from the practice squad the day before and got the job done in his NFL debut. Barnes finished 14th on the team in defensive snaps but second in tackles, so he clearly made the most of his opportunities.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Added to roster
Barnes was added to the Packers' active roster Saturday, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Barnes joined the team as an undrafted rookie free agent after the 2020 draft. However, he drew praise from the coaching staff for his preparation and versatility throughout training camp. He's being rewarded with his promotion from the practice squad and has the chance to be active for the team's Week 1 matchup against Minnesota.
Published: Sat, Sep 12 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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| Tackles | Turnover | Fantasy | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | @JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 6 | DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | @GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @SF, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 6.50 |
| 13 | LAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 14 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | TB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | @TB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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