Panthers Aim to Extend Franchise Pass Rusher Burns as Training Camp Approaches

Burns seeks to become one of the highest-paid edge rushers in the NFL as he enters the final year of his rookie contract.
Burns had a career year in 2022 and is expected to transition to outside linebacker in Carolina's new 3-4 scheme.
Although Burns is recovering from offseason ankle surgery, he is expected to be ready for training camp in six weeks.
The Panthers want to lock up Burns long-term as a foundational piece of their defense under new coordinator Ejiro Evero.
Burns' new deal could make him one of the five or six highest-paid players at his position.