So, while it seems that New England already has enough options on the end of Tom Brady passes to put together a unit going into the season, a little healthy competition can't hurt, right?
That's the logic upon learning that the Patriots have invited former jailbird Plaxico Burress to work out with the team and try out for a spot.
In New England, Burress is likely known for two things: His starring role on a New York Giants team that beat the Pats in Super Bowl XLII, and the infamous nightclub incident in which he accidentally shot himself in the leg, then spent about a year and a half in prison.
The Patriots have an extensive history of bringing in talented but troubled players — wide receivers, in particular — that other teams seem to not want to trust. The payoff has been a mixed bag, ranging from the highs of Randy Moss to the lows of Chad Ochocinco.
With that history in mind, should the Pats give Burress a shot?
Should the Patriots sign Plaxico Burress?