DJ Burns mania isn't contained to college basketball. NFL teams are wondering if the 6-9, 275-pound forward could play offensive tackle.
DJ Burns Jr. fever is sweeping the nation as the forward has led NC State to the Final Four for the first time since 1983, but a different sport might come calling for him once the Wolfpack's magical run is over. NFL teams have shown a level of interest in Burns as a possible football prospect, according to multiple reports. Burns, who's listed at 6-foot-9 and 275 pounds, is being viewed by teams as a possible offensive lineman. He has shown strong moves in the post for N.C.
Antonio Gates played a key role in Kent State's run to the 2002 Elite Eight before setting an NFL record for most career touchdown receptions by a tight end. Jimmy Graham played basketball at Miami for four seasons, switched to football in his fifth year and then became one of the best tight ends in the NFL for a decade. A couple of other Pro Football Hall of Famers played college basketball as well.
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