Plaxico Burress

American football wide receiver

Plaxico Burress - American football wide receiver
Born

August 12th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in the National Football League (NFL) primarily as a wide receiver. Achieved significant success with the New York Giants, notably during the 2007 season when the team won Super Bowl XLII against the New England Patriots. Contributed to the Giants' victory with a crucial touchdown catch in the final moments of the game. Played for other teams including the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Jets. Burress' career included both highs and lows, including a period of incarceration that impacted his football journey.

Winning Super Bowl XLII with the New York Giants

Catching the game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl XLII

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