The Seattle Seahawks have reportedly made a move to bolster their secondary, signing cornerback Artie Burns to their 53-man roster. Burns, who was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers in August, is a former first-round pick who has the potential to be a valuable asset for the Seahawks.
Burns was selected by the Steelers in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He had an up-and-down career in Pittsburgh, starting in 33 games over four seasons and recording four interceptions. He was released by the Steelers after they signed Steven Nelson in free agency.
The Seahawks are hoping that Burns can provide a spark to their secondary. Seattle has been dealing with injuries in the defensive backfield, with cornerbacks Shaquill Griffin and Quinton Dunbar both missing time due to injuries. The addition of Burns gives the Seahawks another experienced cornerback who can help fill the void left by Griffin and Dunbar.
Burns is also a talented player who has the potential to be a valuable asset for the Seahawks. He has good size at 6-foot-0 and 195 pounds and is a physical corner who can make plays on the ball. He also has experience playing in a variety of defensive schemes, which could be beneficial for Seattle as they look to mix up their defensive looks.
The signing of Burns is a low-risk move for the Seahawks that could pay off in a big way. If he can stay healthy and play up to his potential, he could be a valuable asset for Seattle’s secondary. It will be interesting to see how he fits into the defense and if he can help the Seahawks make a push for the playoffs.
