team). In 2006, he was the backup behind DeMarcus Ware, posting 40 tackles (29 solo), 16 special teams tackles (second on the team), one sack, 2 forced fumbles, one interception (returned for a touchdown against Peyton Manning). The next year, he was a backup at inside linebacker and started 2 games in place of Akin Ayodele. He registered 52 tackles (eighth on the team), 46 solo tackles, 18 special teams tackles (tied for third on the team), 2 passes defensed and one forced fumble. In 2008, he finished with 2 starts, 38 tackles (29 solo), 2 sacks and 3 passes defensed. During his time with the Cowboys he proved to be a quality backup (he only started 4 games), that was valuable as a coverage linebacker and special teams player. He played mostly in the nickel and dime defense. San Diego Chargers On March 10, 2009, he signed as a free agent with the San Diego Chargers, looking to become a starter. He played in 11 games (7 starts), posting 66 tackles (49 solo), 2.5 sacks and one pass defensed. In 2010, he started every game at inside linebacker, finishing with 95 tackles (80 solo), 6 sacks (tied for third on the team), 2 interceptions and 2 forced fumbles. He contributed to the Chargers leading the NFL in total defense and pass defense, while ranking fourth against the run. Miami Dolphins On July 29, 2011, he signed as a free agent with the Miami Dolphins, reuniting with head coach Tony Sparano, who was the offensive line coach during his time with the Cowboys. He started every game, registering 105 tackles (second on the team) and 2.5 sacks. He joined Yeremiah Bell (107 tackles) and Karlos Dansby (103 tackles), to mark the first time in franchise history that three players had 100 or more tackles in the same season. In 2012, he had career-highs with 110 tackles (80 solo), 2.5 sacks and 5 passes defensed. In 2013, after the team signed free agents Philip Wheeler and Dannell Ellerbe, he was released on March 12. Oakland Raiders On March 17, 2013, Burnett was signed by the Oakland Raiders as a free agent. He started all 16 games primarily at weakside linebacker, finishing with 129 tackles (third on the team), 2.5 sacks, one interception, 2 forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. Along with his brother Kaelin, they became the first set of brothers