The New York Giants are in advanced talks to acquire Brian Burns from the Carolina Panthers, indicating a significant move by the Giants' management. Brian Burns, a 26-year-old EDGE player, is highly regarded in the league, and his acquisition would be one of the favorite moves of the Joe Schoen era. The potential trade, which has been a topic of discussion for approximately 72 hours, hinges on agreeing on compensation and Burns agreeing to an extension, barring a complete breakdown in negotiations. Burns' addition would complement Kayvon Thibodeaux and Dexter Lawrence, aligning with Shane Bowen's defensive strategy to emphasize pressure from the front. Burns is currently guaranteed $24 million this season under the franchise tag, but with the salary cap increase, he could seek a contract extension worth $30 million per year with $100 million guaranteed. If successful, this move would be a splash for sure for the Giants.
If the Giants can acquire Brian Burns and pair him with Kayvon Thibodeaux, that fits what Joe Schoen said at the Combine about Shane Bowen's defensive system putting more of an emphasis on creating pressure with the front. Burns, Thibodeaux and Dexter Lawrence up front with Bobby…
Assuming the Giants are trying to acquire Brian Burns for the long haul, his eventual contract extension could be massive. The franchise tag guarantees him $24 million this season. With the cap increase, he could be looking for $30M/year with $100M guaranteed.
Yup. Been trending since the weekend. If Joe Schoen can get Carolina to agree on compensation AND get Brian Burns to agree to an extension, it'd be a huge move for Giants. https://t.co/bJv7Och8WV
I know the compensation would be steep, but let's not lose sight of the fact that Brian Burns is a damn good player who is ascending at a position that costs big bucks. If something does happen with the Giants, it's a splash for sure.
Barring a last minute, complete breakdown in negotiations, Brian Burns will be a New York Giant, per source. I’ll update after proposed compensation is confirmed.
The Brian Burns rumor has been out for like 72 hours. If the rumored trade comp is correct, this would be one of my favorite moves of the Joe Schoen era. Burns, 26, is one of my favorite EDGE players in the league and I’ve been a huge believer in his since his draft class. https://t.co/IfWBE9PvWa