CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers Pro Bowl edge rusher Brian Burns had surgery on his right ankle last week, but he's expected to be ready for training camp with no limitations for the upcoming season, the team said Monday.
Burns missed the regular-season finale with an ankle sprain. He recovered in time for the Pro Bowl but continued to have soreness in the ankle when he recently reported for offseason conditioning.
Tests revealed a small fracture. The surgery was performed by Dr. Robert Anderson in Charlotte.
Burns led the Panthers in sacks last season with 12.