Pack interested in Kevin Burnett?

blueedwards · Post #1 » by **blueedwards** » Wed Mar 4, 2009 6:23 pm

By Tom Silverstein of the Journal Sentinel

Posted: Mar. 3, 2009

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View All Blog PostsAs thin as the Green Bay Packers are on the defensive line, it should never be forgotten that their priority in building a successful 3-4 defensive scheme is to find playmakers at the outside linebacker positions.

It is there where 3-4 teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers have stocked up on well-rounded athletes who can both rush the passer and drop into coverage.

To that end, the Packers are eyeing a couple of free agents who could offer instant help, the most notable being Dallas linebacker Kevin Burnett, a former second-round draft choice who will be entering his fifth season in 2009. Of all the remaining linebackers, Burnett might have the most potential because of his athleticism and untapped ability.

According to an NFL source, the Packers have strong interest in Burnett but have not set up a visit yet, possibly because the former University of Tennessee linebacker was in Oakland Tuesday and will be in San Diego Wednesday. Two other teams are interested in bringing in Burnett, but have not yet set up official visits.

The 6-foot-3, 242-pound Burnett is an intriguing prospect. He has been a backup all four years in Dallas but has been used extensively in the nickel package as a cover linebacker.

blueedwards · Post #2 » by **blueedwards** » Wed Mar 4, 2009 6:29 pm

In addition to the Chargers and Raiders, the Packers reportedly have "strong interest" in free agent LB Kevin Burnett.

The Packers view Burnett as an outside linebacker, a position he hasn't played in the pros. They'd probably be better off letting him sign elsewhere. Green Bay needs rushers and Burnett has just four sacks in four seasons.

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Post #3 » by **ReasonablySober** » Fri Mar 6, 2009 9:15 pm

Burnett has left Houston without a deal but continues to negotiate with the Chargers and Raiders. If that doesn't work out he might visit Green Bay.

The Packers could probably offer this guy a starting position and he won't even come visit.

Kerb Hohl · Post #4 » by **Kerb Hohl** » Wed Mar 11, 2009 5:27 am

Burnett to Chargers.

http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/41058217.html