Scouting Report: Brian Burns, the next great Chiefs pass rusher?

WEAKNESSES

Weight: Brian Burns weighs somewhere between 225 pounds to 245 pounds, based on various reports. Burns is 6’5, so 245 pounds would still be spread pretty thin on his frame. NFL teams would love to see Burns eclipse 250, but at this point, it is an unknown. It is also unknown how the additional weight could affect Burns on the field. 10-15 pounds could mean the difference in a top 10 selection or having to wait until day 2 for Burns.

Strength: This is a more nuanced complaint than simply how strong Burns is at the bench press. Burns flashes above average strength and leverage at times, but there is not as much evidence of speed-to-power and bull rush on tape as you would like. Burns’ punch seems to carry plenty of initial oomph, but whether or not he can carry that power through bigger offensive lineman is to be determined.

Comparisons: This one is entirely out of Burns’ hands. There are a wide variety of opinions on Brian Burns and what type of pro player he will become. A range that spans dominate defenders like Dwight Freeney and Myles Garrett, to all-time draft bust Dion Jordan. Burns has an odd combination of production, good film, but with an unusual frame that leaves evaluators unsure how to project Burns. There will be plenty of teams who look elsewhere simply because, in their minds, Burns is closer to Jordan than Freeney.