In a statement on Thursday, Burns firmly closed the door on the possibility of pursuing a career in the NFL, asserting that he has no intention of playing football.
While Burns" declaration may seem definitive, doubts linger regarding the sincerity of his remarks.
Standing at an impressive six-foot-nine and weighing 275 pounds, Burns possesses the size and agility that could make him an enticing prospect for football teams.
However, skepticism arises over his dismissal of football, with some questioning whether his statements are truly genuine.
N.C. State basketball star DJ Burns says he's not interested in football. His comments still seem to leave the door open, a bit. https://t.co/NPNjWZsKYo
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) April 4, 2024
When pressed on the matter, Burns reiterated his disinterest in football, stating, “Zero, yeah," before briefly hesitating and repeating himself, “I mean, yeah, zero."
Despite Burns" apparent conviction, speculation persists that he may view football as a potential fallback option should his aspirations in professional basketball falter.
He may be reluctant to acknowledge this contingency plan prematurely, preferring to exhaust all avenues in pursuit of a successful basketball career.
As Burns prepares to showcase his skills on the basketball court in the upcoming Final Four this weekend, the question of his potential involvement in football remains unanswered.
