'I've got to be here': Why Panthers' Brian Burns isn't holding out

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Justin Houston sat out offseason workouts in 2015 because the Kansas City Chiefs hadn’t given him a long-term deal following his breakout 22-sack season. The outside linebacker said he was prepared to hold out part or all of the season if the organization failed to get it done before the July deadline for players to sign their franchise tag.

So the four-time Pro Bowl selection, as much as anyone, appreciates the commitment new Carolina Panthers teammate Brian Burns made to be in camp every day as his representatives continue to negotiate a long-term deal.

“That’s a tough situation,’’ Houston said. “My role was a little different. I wasn’t considered one of the main guys. I…