Brian Burns, a pass-rushing target for the Chicago Bears who has been linked to the Carolina Panthers, is anticipated
to receive the franchise tag.
Over the previous two seasons, the Bears have made multiple attempts to trade for Burns. The Bears considered
Burns during their first trade discussions during the off-season, but they finally decided to trade for wide receiver
D.J. Moore, who was part of the package they obtained in exchange for the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Although Burns receiving the franchise tag this off-season was always the most likely course of action, reports also
indicate that the Carolina Panthers are not pursuing contract negotiations with the two-time Pro Bowler. Given the
need the Panthers have on the defensive line, it appears likely that Poles will give them another call this off-season.
The problem is that the Bears might not have the means to complete the transaction.
It appears that the Bears do not have enough first-round picks available to execute a deal that would persuade the
Panthers to move for Burns, unless they trade away the first pick in the 2024 NFL Draft—a situation that does not
appear possible.
It’s much more likely that the Bears will search the draft and free agency for the defensive end to start opposite
Montez Sweat. The Bears may be considering Florida State defensive end Jared Verse with the ninth overall pick in
the NFL, but only if they are unable to choose Rome It appears that the Bears do not have enough first-round picks
available to execute a deal that would persuade the Panthers to move for Burns, unless they trade away the first pick
in the 2024 NFL Draft—a situation that does not appear possible.
It’s much more likely that the Bears will search the draft and free agency for the defensive end to start opposite
Montez Sweat. The Bears may be considering Florida State defensive end Jared Verse with the ninth overall pick in
the NFL, but only if they are unable to choose Rome It appears that the Bears do not have enough first-round picks
available to execute a deal that would persuade the Panthers to move for Burns, unless they trade away the first pick
in the 2024 NFL Draft—a situation that does not appear possible.
It’s much more likely that the Bears will search the draft and free agency for the defensive end to start opposite
Montez Sweat. The Bears may be considering Florida State defensive end Jared Verse with the ninth overall pick in
the NFL, but only if they are unable to choose Rome Odunze or Malik Nabers first.
Danielle Hunter is a free agent whose name has frequently been associated with the Bears; nevertheless, a veteran
like Jadaveon Clowney might seek a higher type of contract.
