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New England Patriots Acquire Derrick Burgess: The Scary Get Scarier
Published: August 6, 2009
The trade effectively puts an end to any remaming rumors concerning the Patriots and Carolina Panthers' defensive end Julius Peppers. At the same time, the Pats had to make a roster cut by releasing oft-injured offensive lineman Al Johnson.
Entering the preseason, the only flaw apparent to Pats backers was their lack of depth at linebacker. Now, with the acquisition of Burgess, they have a guy who can play both on the line and off his linemen.
The 31-year-old has recorded 47 sacks in his seven-year career, and led the NFL in sacks with 16 while with the Raiders. Coincidentally, 2005 was his first year with the Raiders, having spent the first three years of his career with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Burgess also adds some durability to a group of oft-injured players around New England. In his career, Burgess has play...
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