December 5, 2024

DJ Burns from NC State Shows No Interest in Playing Football

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DJ Burns from NC State Shows No Interest in Playing Football

NC State’s DJ Burns Jr. Making Waves During NCAA Tournament

NC State forward DJ Burns Jr. has quickly become a sensation during the NCAA tournament, helping lead the Wolfpack to the Final Four. Standing at an impressive 6-foot-9 and 275 pounds, Burns has been a dominant force on the court.

Despite interest from NFL scouts, Burns has made it clear that he has no intention of switching to football. NC State coach Kevin Keatts has dismissed any speculation about Burns making the switch, emphasizing that Burns’ focus remains on basketball.

Burns has shown steady improvement throughout his college career, with his performance in the NCAA tournament being the highlight. His success on the court has not gone unnoticed, as NFL scouts have taken notice of his size and athletic ability.

While there is some modest NFL interest in Burns, NC State basketball strength coach believes that Burns has the physical tools to succeed in the NFL if he were to make the switch. However, Burns is currently focused on the Final Four and preparing to face Purdue’s Zach Edey.

As the excitement builds for NC State’s Final Four matchup, all eyes will be on Burns as he looks to continue his impressive run in the NCAA tournament. Stay tuned to see if Burns can lead the Wolfpack to a national championship and further solidify his status as a rising star in college basketball.

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