• Professional football wide receiver Plaxico Burress most recently played for the New York Giants. He was released by the Giants on April 3, 2009. However, following winning a grievance, Burress will receive the $1 million bonus from the team under his former contract.ESPN.com: Burress' Grievance Nets $1M from Giants

  Burress' lawyer, Bradford Cohen, announced on June 1, 2009, that the citations Burress received on March 1, 2009, for "speeding, improper display of tags, improper lane change and improper window tinting" were dismissed due to the officer failing to complete the paperwork properly. Burress still faces gun possession charges and is scheduled to appear in court on June 15, 2009.TMZ: Plaxico Off on Technicality (June 1, 2009)

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: August 12, 1977
  2. Birthplace: Norfolk, Virginia
  3. Height: 6'5"
  4. Weight: 232 lbs
  5. Position: Wide reciever
  6. High school: Green Run High School
  7. College: Michigan State University
  8. Draft year: 2000

• More Legal Trouble

  According to TMZ.com, Burress received four citations in one traffic stop on March 1, 2009. He was pulled over in Florida and cited for speeding, improper display of tags, improper lane change and improper window tinting.TMZ.com: Plaxico Scores 4 Tickets from Cops -- In One Day

  According to a report filed from the traffic stop, Burress allegedly used expletives during the traffic stop. The officer claimed Burress was "violent and aggressive." Burress also reportedly claimed to know the sheriff personally and threatened to get the officer in trouble.ESPN.com: Plaxico Burress Curses Out Officer During Traffic Stop in Florida... The citations were reportedly dismissed on June 1, 2009, as a result of the officer failing to complete the paperwork properly.TMZ: Plaxico Off on Technicality (June 1, 2009)

• Football Future?

  In February of 2009, Burress' agent, Drew Rosenhaus, reportedly sent an email to all 32 NFL teams announcing that Burress was available via trade.ESPN.com: Report: Agent Shopping Burress

  New York Giants General Manager Floyd Reese told the press on March 3, 2009, that he would love to have Burress return to the Giants and hopes Burress can work out his legal problems and return to the field.ESPN.com: Giants GM: Burress Could Return

• Lawsuit

  Alise Smith filed suit against Burress in December of 2008 after claiming that he rear-ended her car. Smith sustained back and neck injuries in the accident. Burress' insurance was said to have lapsed three days before the accident occurred. Smith is seeking $15,000 for medical bills, lost wages and damages.TMZ: Plaxico Slapped for Rear-Ending Woman (December 23, 2008)

• Early Life

  Plaxico Burress was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on August 12, 1977. He later attended Green Run High School in Virginia, then Michigan State University. In 2000, he was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the eighth pick in the NFL draft.Pro-Football Reference.com: Plaxico Burress

• NFL Career

  In his first season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Burress appeared in 12 games and finished the season with 22 receptions. In 2002, he compiled a career best 1,325 yards in receiving. In 2005, Burress signed with the New York Giants as a free agent.

  In 2008, Burress signed a five-year contract with the New York Giants for $35 million.ESPN.com: Giants give Burress five-year, $35 million extension

• Helping to Shock the World

  Burress was a member of the Giants Super Bowl championship team in 2007. Despite nursing injuries all season long that limited his availability in practices, he finished the year with 1,025 yards in receiving and 12 touchdown receptions.NFL.com: Plaxico Burress He also caught the winning touchdown as the Giants upset the previously undefeated New England Patriots 17-14.

• Shooting Incident

  On November 29, 2008, Burress sustained an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound to the thigh at an undisclosed New York City club. He turned himself in to New York City police on Monday, December 1, 2008, to face charges of criminal possession of a handgun. He was charged on two felony counts of weapons possession and released on $100,000 bond. The Giants placed Burress on the reserve non-football injury list, effectively ending his season with four games to play. His position on the list will prevent him from playing in any of the Giants' potential playoff games as well.ESPN.com: Giants suspend Burress four games in wake of weapons charges ESPN.com: Giants WR Burress Charged on 2 Felony Weapon Counts, Released

  On December 24, 2008, news agencies reported that weapons and ammunition were seized from the home of Plaxico Burress. Reportedly, a .380, a.45, a .40 and a 9mm gun were taken.ESPN.com: Reports: Weapons, ammo seized at Burress home (December 24, 2008)

  Burress faces up to 15 years in prison if he is convicted of illegal weapons possession.ESPN.com: Giants suspend Burress four games in wake of weapons charges Giants teammate Antonio Pierce was with Burress at the time of the incident and could face charges as well for stashing the weapon in New Jersey after the shooting.FanHouse: Plaxico Burress... Antonio Pierce Could Face Criminal Charges

  Burress' attorneys are reportedly trying to reach a plea deal with the Manhattan district attorney's office in relation to his gun possession charges.ESPN.com: Attorney Trying to Resolve Burress' Case The plea deal is expected to require Burress to serve some time in prison, however the exact length of the sentence is yet to be determined.The New York Times: Possible Plea for Burress Would Require Jail Time Burress' court date has been postponed until June 15, 2009.TMZ: Plaxico Burress Gets Time (March 31, 2009)

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