Michael Vick is now a Philadelphia Eagle. I know this is bound to infuriate many, but he has paid his debt to society and deserves to be gainfully employed in some capacity. The Eagles have given Vick a one-year deal with an option for a second year. You will recall that Vick, once the highest paid player in the NFL, was convicted in August 2007 of conspiracy and running a dogfighting ring. He served 18 of a 23-month sentence in federal prison.
Commissioner Roger Goodell conditionally lifted Vick's suspension on July 27, allowing him to sign with a team, practice and play in the last two preseason games. Once the season begins, Vick can participate in all team activities except games, and Goodell said he would consider Vick for full reinstatement by Week 6 (Oct. 18-19) at the latest.
The Eagles were among 26 clubs that said there was no interest in him, but that may have flown out of the window when backup quarterback Kevin Kolb strained a knee ligament earlier this week, though the injury isn't considered serious. The Eagles also have veteran A.J. Feeley.
This will be a public relations nightmare for the Philadelphia Eagles. I am sure PETA and other animal rights groups will be following him where ever he will play. I am a dog lover and what Michael Vick and his cohorts did was unconscionable and inhumane. He does not deserve to make the huge sums of money he did pre-prison, but he does deserve a chance to work.
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