Ex-Jets WR Compares His Time With the Team to Prison
Summary
Former NFL player Plaxico Burress compared his time playing for the New York Jets to being in prison, saying both felt like losing experiences. Burress played one season with the Jets in 2011 after serving time in prison and found the Jets’ environment discouraging compared to his more successful years with the New York Giants.Key Facts
- Plaxico Burress was a wide receiver for the New York Jets in 2011.
- During that season, he caught 45 passes for 612 yards and scored 8 touchdowns.
- Burress said playing for the Jets felt similar to being in prison, which he had experienced in 2009.
- He previously played for the New York Giants, where he had a successful career, including winning a Super Bowl.
- Burress missed the 2009 and 2010 NFL seasons due to off-field legal issues.
- The New York Jets have a reputation for poor performance and frequent changes in players and coaches.
- Many quarterbacks have struggled with the Jets since the time of Chad Pennington.
- Burress’ negative view of the Jets reflects wider criticism of the team’s management and results.
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