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Don’t sleep on Brian Burns for Defensive Player of the Year in 2021

(Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports) Brian Burns

Carolina Panthers stud edge rusher Brian Burns could be in with a chance of winning the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year in 2021.

There could be plenty more to come from the Carolina Panthers in 2021. The roster is stacked with young, talented individuals who could make serious strides next season, with much of the expectations lying on the shoulders of stud defensive end Brian Burns.

The former Florida State standout made some notable improvements to his game last summer. Burns emerged from a rotational pass-rusher in his rookie campaign to a formidable three-down edge presence who was capable of causing havoc on any given down.