Panthers grant LB Justin Houston's request for release
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The Carolina Panthers granted veteran linebacker Justin Houston's request to be released on Tuesday.
The four-time Pro Bowl selection is hoping to hook up with a playoff contender for the rest of the season.
Houston, who turns 35 next month, has been on injured reserve since Nov. 4 with a hamstring injury.
He started seven games for the Panthers this season and recorded nine