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Report: Chiefs talking to LB Houston, but sides aren't progressing

Published Jun. 4, 2015 2:55 p.m. ET

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Justin Houston has until July 15 to accept his new position as the Chiefs' franchise player.

Until then, the team and player intend on talking out a new long-term deal, even if progress has been slow at best.

According to ProFootballTalk, Houston's representatives have been in contact with Chiefs officials. However, significant progress " has not yet been made."

The star pass-rusher still has several options. He could take his $13.1 million franchise tender or wait it out for the first 10 weeks of the season. After Week 11, Houston would have to report -- but it lessens the chance of injury that could ruin his chance at another higher tag next year. 

Another team could relinquish two first-rounders for Houston, but that seems unlikely at this point in the season. 

Count on Houston reporting -- franchise tag or not.

(h/t ProFootballTalk)

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