""It was on my heart. Something that was on my heart," Burns said. "I wanted to lead and show the guys how much I care and that meant a lot for me. . . .And they responded positively.""
""I think that sets a very good example for the rest of the team, including the young guys," Daboll said of Burns. "They get to see someone like that, that does have talent, that's been in this league, that's been productive but is going out there and practicing the way he practices and running to the ball the way he runs to the ball and making plays in critical moments. We could use all that as much as we can.""
Brian Burns called a players-only defensive meeting after a 1-4 start and before a Thursday win over the Eagles. The defense had zero turnovers or sacks the previous Sunday against the Saints. Burns recorded two sacks Thursday, raising his season total to seven to share the NFL lead with Nik Bonitto. Burns made coverage plays, including a third-down tackle on Dallas Goedert that forced a field goal. The defense shut out the Eagles after halftime. Cor'Dale Flott returned an interception 68 yards and Dru Phillips recovered a fumble forced by Dane Belton. Burns' leadership and performance justified a five-year signing and earned praise from coach Brian Daboll. Last season lacked playmakers despite Dexter Lawrence's nine sacks.
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