• New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress was suspended for two weeks by the team on September 24, 2008. The Giants refused to elaborate on the reasoning, although the suspension was reportedly given after Burress failed to attend a Giants practice session and ignored phone calls.Fox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls The suspension was later reduced to lessen the amount of pay withheld, while still keeping Burress out of the October 5, 2008, game.ESPN.com: Giants agree to cut Burress' fine in half, retain 1-game suspension

• 1. Burress issued a two-week suspension in September 24, 2008Fox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls
  2. Official statement listed a violation of team rules as the reasonFox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls
  3. Reportedly for missing practice and ignoring phone calls on September 22, 2008Fox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls
  4. Giants have a bye week, will not play September 28, 2008Fox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls
  5. Will miss the October 5, 2008, game against the Seattle SeahawksFox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls
  6. Giants refused to comment on the details of the suspensionFox Sports: Plax Suspended for Skipping Practice, Ignoring Calls
  7. Burress appealed and was awarded a reduced settlementNJ.com: Rosenhaus Says Burress will Appeal... Suspension
  8. Reportedly had a family emergencyNJ.com: Rosenhaus Says Burress will Appeal... Suspension

• Appeal

  According to Burress' agent, Drew Rosenhaus, Burress had "had some responsibilities he had to take care of as it relates to his family." Rosenhaus stated that Burress understands that he violated team rules, but does not feel that the infraction is "tantamount" to to two week suspension.NJ.com: Rosenhaus Says Burress will Appeal... Suspension

• More Charges?

  Although Burress appealed the suspension and a settlement was later awarded, the receiver could face additional charges in violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy. Buress allegedly failed to report two incidents during the summer of 2008 when his wife, Tiffany Burress, filed for restraining orders against him.New York Post: NFL Likely Won't Punish Buress

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