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With injuries depleting their wide receiver corps, the Steelers signed Burress, who was drafted by Pittsburgh.

  • Matt Brigidi

    Matt Brigidi

    Steelers to sign Plaxico Burress

    Matthew Emmons-US PRESSWIRE

    The Steelers originally drafted Burress with the No. 8 overall selection in the 2000 NFL Draft. He went on to play with the team for five seasons, registering 261 receptions for 4,164 yards and 22 touchdowns in 71 games over that span.

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  • Mark Sandritter

    Mark Sandritter

    Plaxico visits the Steelers

    Matthew Emmons-US PRESSWIRE

    After a three year absence from the league, Burress returned to the NFL last season and proved to be effective. He caught 45 passes for 612 yards and eight touchdowns with New York.

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