The Facts:
In a Q&A with Arash Markazi of SI.com, Burress suggested that a new contract between him and the team is imminent. Asked whether he'll be back on the practice field at the start of training camp, Burress said, "I'm just waiting on the Giants and my agent to get this deal done in the next few days or so, and I'll be ready to get down to camp on time on the 24th." Said Markazi, "So you're saying that a deal is imminent and that you'll be on the field for the start of camp?" Replied Burress, "Yeah."
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
As PFT's Mike Florio reminded readers, Burress has been trying to get a new contract ever since he caught the game-winning touchdown pass in Super Bowl XLII, after weeks of playing with a torn ligament in his ankle. Florio went on to suggest that some believe the veteran WR's decision to attend but not work out at last month's mandatory mini-camp prompted team officials to pull back on the new deal. Burress' comments suggest otherwise. ... Stay tuned. We'll know more later this week.
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