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All-star receiver Bryan Burnham has signed a two-year extension with the B.C. Lions.

The 28-year-old Burnham, who was a pending free agent, led the Lions receiving corps with 1,029 yards and nine touchdowns on 67 receptions in 2018.

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It was his third-straight 1,000-yard season.

“Bryan is a big part of our offence and this is a key signing for us on the eve of free agency,” said Lions general manager Ed Hervey. “We believe that we haven’t yet seen how good Bryan can truly be in this league. He has all the tools to grow into one of the most dangerous and impactful players on the field.”

The CFL free agency period officially opens at 9 a.m. on Tuesday.

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Burnham’s efforts last season were recognized with his third straight West Division all-star selection to go along with two CFL all-star nods in 2016 and 2017.

“British Columbia has become my home and I’m very excited to be staying with the Lions,” said the New Jersey native. “We’re building something very special here and I’m excited to be part of Ed and (coach DeVone Claybrooks’) vision for the future of the B.C. Lions.”