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Fantasy Football Articles - December 2003
Enclosed in this archive is every bit of the action and updates that occurred in December 2003 within the world of fantasy football. You may want to read these articles for research on players in the coming year, or just check to see if we were way off base with our reporting. Whatever the reason, it's all here for your enjoyment.
Fantasy Football Challenge - December 2003 Fantasy Football Articles
Fantasy Football Challenge - December 2003 Article Archives
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come in and be a little more a part of whats going on."
Burress 14.4 average per reception leads all Steelers pass-catchers, and he ranks second to wide receiver Hines Ward in catches (82-54) and receiving yards (990-775). But after catching 13 touchdown passes the previous two seasons, Burress has just two in 2003 (seldom-used tight ends Jay Riemersma and Mark Bruener and fourth receiver Chris Doering have one each).
Burress is convinced he can do better, and has begun to contemplate whether hell have to change teams to realize his NFL dreams.
"You go public with it and youre selfish," he said. "But if you dont say anything or you walk around like everythings cool, then everybody else thinks its cool.
"This is my fourth year and one day, no matter where it may be, Ill get to the level of play that I know I can play at and my role will increase, no matter where I am. As a player, one day Ill get to that point where Im happy and all those good things."
Burress contract expires at the conclusion of the 2004 season. Although the Steelers often attempt to work out extensions for their core players rather than allowing them to become unrestricted free agents, Burress doesnt believe such an offer will be forthcoming this offseason.
"I really dont think so," he said. "I dont expect them to."
Which means the Steelers will likely be content to allow Burress to play out next season and then let the free-agent chips fall.
"I think thats whats going to happen," he said.
As for this season. ...
"With every player, as you get older, you expect for your role to increase," Burress said. "You want to fulfill your potential. Youre curious as a player and an athlete and a professional as to how good (you can become) and where you want to get to. Its just kind of been a total opposite for me. Its just one of those things.
"I feel Im one of the better receivers in this league. The present circumstances that Im in, I dont cry about it. I just try to relish my opportunities. I play beside a Pro
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