Burton is set to sign a one-year deal with the Broncos, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
What it means:
Burton will reunite with head coach Sean Payton, who he played for in New Orleans in 2020. As a member of the Chiefs during the 2022 campaign, the veteran fullback handled five carries for seven yards and caught two of three targets for 11 yards. Burton likely won't see enough touches on offense to be a viable fantasy option in 2023.
Burton played four snaps on offense and carried once for no gain in Sunday's 34-28 win over the Broncos.
What it means:
Burton picked up his first touch on offense since Week 10, when he carried once for a minus-1 yard in the Chiefs' victory over the Jaguars. The fullback remains scarcely used on offense and has accounted for only 18 yards from scrimmage on his seven touches (five carries, two receptions) this season.
Burton lost one yard on his lone carry in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Jaguars.
What it means:
Burton remains a core special-teams contributor for the Chiefs, but as the lone fullback on the roster, he typically takes on only a light role on offense. He hasn't played more than nine offensive snaps in any game this season and has just six touches through his nine appearances.
Burton carried once for two yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Colts.
What it means:
The fullback has played just 21 total snaps on offense through the Chiefs' first three contests and has gained eight yards on two carries and another two yards on a reception. Regardless of what other skill-position players the Chiefs may lose to injuries as the season unfolds, Burton is unlikely to little more than a bit player on offense in 2022.
Burton re-signed with Kansas City on Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
What it means:
Burton spent the 2021 season with the Chiefs, and he earned the majority of his playing time on special teams. That should remain the case in 2022, though he did rush the ball eight times for 26 yards while also tallying the first rushing touchdown of his career last season.
Burton (pectoral) has no injury designation heading into Monday night's game against the Giants.
What it means:
Burton missed one game with the issue but was able to put in limited practices all week prior to a full one on Friday. He'll return to his primarily special-teams role.
