July 29, 2014

Who is Plaxico Burress?

Plaxico Antonio Burress was born on August 12, 1977, is an open football receiver who is currently a free agent. He was selected by the eighth overall Steelers in the NFL Draft 2000 and later played for the New York Giants and New York Jets (2011) before returning to the Steelers on November 21, 2012 . he played college football at Michigan State.


Free Agent
Wide Receiver

Personal information
Date of birth : August 12, 1977 (age 36)
Place of birth : Norfolk, Virginia
Height : 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) Weight : 232 lb (105 kg)

Career information
High school : Green Run High School
College : Michigan State
NFL Draft : 2000 / Round: 1 / Pick: 8
Debuted in 2000 for the Pittsburgh Steelers

Career history
Pittsburgh Steelers ( 2000 − 2004 )
New York Giants ( 2005 − 2008 )
New York Jets ( 2011 )
Pittsburgh Steelers ( 2012 − 2013 )
Roster status : Reserve/Injured/Free Agent
Plaxido Burress and Dj Paul
Career highlights and awards
2× All- Big Ten (1998–1999)
Capital One Bowl MVP
Citrus Bowl MVP
Super Bowl champion ( XLII )
NFC Champion ( 2007 )
SN Comeback Player of the Year (2011)


Career NFL statistics as of Week 17, 2012
Receptions 553
Receiving yards 8,499
Receiving TDs 64
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