James Burgess (gridiron football)
James Paul Burgess (born March 31, 1974) is a former American football linebacker who played two seasons with the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League. He played college football at the University of Miami and attended Homestead High School in Homestead, Florida. He was also a member of the Kansas City Chiefs, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Tropics, Orlando Rage and Calgary Stampeders. Burgess was named to the All-XFL team. His son, James Burgess, currently plays in the NFL.