New York Jets

Rumor has it that among a handful of teams, the New York Jets and Chicago Bears have expressed the most interest in Burress' services. Both teams could use Burress' experience and ability. The Bears have long been lacking a reliable, go to WR to help but some teeth in their offensive scheme. The Jets even more so could benefit from Burress as he would not only be able to stretch the field but would be a fantastic target for rookie Mark Sanchez if, or more accurately when, he becomes the Jets starter. The bigger question is, should either of these teams, or any other even consider giving Burress a contract.

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These guys help pave the way for two fresh examples, Mark Sanchez of the New York Jets and Steven Strasburg of the Washington Nationals (maybe). Sanchez just this past week signed a five year deal with the Jets that could net him as much as $60 million and includes $28 million in guaranteed money. Sanchez played one, ONE, full season of college football and hasn’t even completed preseason, much less thrown a meaningful pass in the NFL and he is already a multi-millionaire. Strasburg too has an interesting road ahead of him, selected first overall in the week’s MLB draft, Strasburg is rumored to be looking for a contract that would smash the previous record for a first selection in the MLB draft. Strasburg, and his agent, are reported to be seeking a contract worth around $50 million, destroying the $10.5 million signing of Mark Pryor. Strasburg brings incredible heat to the table, a 103 MPH fastball, and tons of accolades from his collegiate days such as his 23 strike out game just this past season. Strasburg however has achieved all of this against college batters, not professionals the likes of Alex Rodriguez, Mark Teixeira, and Albert Pujols.

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There are a lot of conflicting opinions on the crisis of climate change. The phenomenon of global warming is a very touchy subject with special interest groups and public interest groups alike. There is one special party that I see benefiting greatly from climate change and his name is Chad Pennington. 

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With the MLB playoffs set to begin, there is a subtle difference in the air compared to start of any other postseason. In the NHL, fans can potentially look forward to a great Canadians/Bruins series that is not only exciting, but has a historical kick to it. Likewise basketball fans always have the chance to see if the Suns can finally get past the Spurs and football fans love seeing the rivalry of the Eagles Vs the City of Philadelphia when the Eagles so much as get tackled for a loss.

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