Archive: Michael Vick
Anything's Possible
If Michael Vick and Ricky Williams can turn it on again, why not LJ?
By Jason Maloni | November 11, 2009; 12:17 PM ET | Comments (0)
Not All Humane Societies
I anticipate that most companies, like Nike, will wait for time to pass and for Vick to continue to prove himself.
By Nathan Whitaker | October 2, 2009; 01:06 PM ET | Comments (3)
Earn Endorsements on the Field
What kind of message does it send if you are using a player more known for his name than his play?
By Chris Richardson | October 2, 2009; 12:08 PM ET | Comments (1)
Let's Forget Vick
Let him rot in Philly as a backup quarterback, Wildcat formation specialist or Andy Reid's personal dry cleaning assistant.
By Anthony Stalter | October 2, 2009; 06:59 AM ET | Comments (4)
Give Vick a Chance
If I was an advertiser I would sign Michael Vick right this very moment.
By Robert Littal | October 2, 2009; 05:42 AM ET | Comments (7)
Be Like Mike
Don't believe the hype, dog killers buy sneakers too.
By Sarah Schorno | October 2, 2009; 05:17 AM ET | Comments (2)
Vick's Corporate Exile
Barring a documentary following several off-seasons in Calcutta, Vick's banishment from corporate endorsements would seem to be permanent.
By Michael Oriard | October 2, 2009; 04:58 AM ET | Comments (1)
Weak Vick Experience
I look forward to seeing PETA's use of the "Just Do It" slogan on their protest signs when Vick does come back.
By Dawn Knight | October 2, 2009; 04:33 AM ET | Comments (1)
PETA Says No One
If Nike and other companies know what's best for the bottom line, they won't touch Michael Vick with a 10-foot pole.
By Dan Shannon | October 2, 2009; 04:19 AM ET | Comments (5)
Learn From Ray Lewis
Michael Vick will get another endorsement deal exactly when corporations decide that he can help them sell sneakers, or soda, or cars or candy.
By Sean McCann | October 2, 2009; 01:00 AM ET | Comments (6)
Vick Can't Just Do It
Nike's statement demonstrates that the shoe giant is a bit queasy about embracing Vick.
By Jason Maloni | October 2, 2009; 12:27 AM ET | Comments (2)
Vick Is Still Radioactive
It is going to take more than three football games and two public appearances for Vick to regain any value as a product spokesperson.
By Peter Schaffer | October 2, 2009; 12:03 AM ET | Comments (2)
Vick May Kill Dog Fighting
We as a society are constantly evolving -- Vick will be remembered as the impetus for such change.
By Michael Kun | October 2, 2009; 12:03 AM ET | Comments (3)
Time Will Heal
Corporate fits exist for many star athletes -- regardless of how they are viewed by most mainstream consumers.
By David Carter | October 2, 2009; 12:01 AM ET | Comments (1)
When Cousins Marry
The Wildcat is a niche offense that will succeed on certain occasions but it's not the way to build a team.
By Brian Tarcy | September 30, 2009; 01:35 PM ET | Comments (0)
Just a New/Old Formation
The Wildcat has its place, but it won't replace the basics.
By Anthony Stalter | September 30, 2009; 01:04 PM ET | Comments (1)
Nothing Special
At its' core, the wildcat is little more than a running play designed to grind out yards, not a trick play.
By Jason Brewer | September 30, 2009; 09:45 AM ET | Comments (0)
Wildcat Gaining Popularity
The Wildcat craze isn't really something new, of course. It's a recycling and repackaging of something old.
By Mark Maske | September 30, 2009; 06:23 AM ET | Comments (0)
Backing Up Controversy
I said a few weeks ago that there will be a quarterback controversy in Philadelphia this season. I just didn't know it would be the backups.
By Dan Levy | September 15, 2009; 09:56 AM ET | Comments (0)
Andy Reid Will Adjust
Unfortunately for Donovan McNabb's fragile psyche, the Eagles will be fine for a couple of weeks without him.
By Sean McCann | September 14, 2009; 11:33 AM ET | Comments (3)
No McNabb, No Chance
Philly's Super Bowl aspirations hang on the health of Donovan McNabb.
By H. Gore | September 14, 2009; 09:05 AM ET | Comments (6)
The Bird (& Rib) Cage
The defense might carry them to the playoffs, but they need McNabb to win when they get there.
By Zach Leibowitz | September 14, 2009; 08:27 AM ET | Comments (0)
Fear Not, Philly
Eagles fans should relax. Even if McNabb is out for an extended period, the team will still be in playoff contention
By Robert Littal | September 14, 2009; 01:14 AM ET | Comments (2)
McNabb Takes a Little Ribbing
With the added protection of a well padded flak jacket, he shouldn't have any drop in performance.
By Dr. A. Brion Gardner | September 14, 2009; 01:04 AM ET | Comments (0)
Rate Michael Vick's Debut
Rate the performance of Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Michael Vick in his debut against Jacksonville Jaguars.
By Reader Poll | August 28, 2009; 04:03 PM ET | Comments (10)
Expect a QB Controversy
In Philadelphia, the jersey is always greener on the guy holding the clipboard.
By Dan Levy | August 28, 2009; 09:52 AM ET | Comments (2)
A Good First Step
The experiment wasn't a failure right off the bat. And right now, that's all we can ask.
By Doug Farrar | August 28, 2009; 09:29 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Baffles in Eagles Debut
Vick's presence seemed to slow the Eagles' offense more than confuse the Jacksonville Jaguars' defense.
By H. Gore | August 28, 2009; 09:26 AM ET | Comments (3)
Vick on the Right Track
For a player who hasn't played in two years, and for one that is playing with a new team, Vick had a good night.
By Shawn Zobel | August 28, 2009; 09:14 AM ET | Comments (1)
Vick Issue Still in Doubt
The issue's still in doubt, but that's a good thing for Vick -- he didn't screw up. In fact he could be great.
By Emil Steiner | August 28, 2009; 06:40 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Takes the Phans
Philadelphia may not have a QB controversy on its sideline, but it has one in the stands.
By Sean McCann | August 28, 2009; 06:37 AM ET | Comments (2)
So Far So Good
Philadelphia Eagles fans are pleased, but we need to see more of Vick to know whether he's really ready for the NFL.
By Jason Brewer | August 28, 2009; 06:23 AM ET | Comments (1)
Few Protest Debut
Sparse demonstrations overshadowed by Michael Vick's competent on field performance.
By Mark Maske | August 28, 2009; 12:01 AM ET | Comments (0)
Have Goodell's Policies Helped Clean Up the NFL?
A swing and a miss for the Ginger Hammer?
By Reader Poll | August 21, 2009; 05:09 PM ET | Comments (0)
Addressing the Problem, Not the Solution
Assuming that Roger Goodell's increased discipline changes the way players act is like saying that the rooster crowing changes the way the sun comes up.
By Doug Farrar | August 21, 2009; 01:15 PM ET | Comments (0)
Hammer Time!
With off field drama and unpredictable legal consequences forcing Goodell's hand, he's playing his cards right.
By Jason Maloni | August 21, 2009; 01:13 PM ET | Comments (2)
Not Strict Enough
Until a standard list of punishments for crimes exists, players won't see the policy as a detriment.
By Les Carpenter | August 21, 2009; 12:39 PM ET | Comments (2)
Give Goodell a Raise
Or take him to see "The Hangover." I'll bet that would get him to smile and forget about the upcoming lockout.
By Michael Kun | August 21, 2009; 12:26 PM ET | Comments (1)
Stuff Your Sorries in a Sack
Of course he's going to apologize and say the right things -- he has to kiss the ass of society now.
By Larry Brown | August 17, 2009; 03:19 AM ET | Comments (2)
It Was Wrong
I let myself down, not being out on the football field, being in a prison bed, in a prison bunk, writing letters home,
By Michael Vick | August 16, 2009; 10:43 PM ET | Comments (3)
Goodell Overbearing
What the cases of Vick, Stallworth, Burress, Jones and others show is that Roger Goodell is currently a man without constraints -- but that might soon come to an end.
By Neil Jacobs | August 16, 2009; 10:39 PM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Cap Analysis
The contract structure agreed to by Vick and the Eagles seems to be mutually beneficial.
By J. I. Halsell | August 15, 2009; 02:12 PM ET | Comments (0)
My Head Is Spinning
Great for the offense, offensive for animal lovers... I'm torn.
By Emil Steiner | August 14, 2009; 05:20 AM ET | Comments (17)
Rare Risk
If he can be utilized as a potent weapon for this team, the talk will shift from morality to mobility.
By Jim McCormick | August 14, 2009; 04:48 AM ET | Comments (0)
Eagles Fit Vick
The Birds got what Vick needs, and they play in Philly, a town with a history of embracing the hardscrabble black athlete.
By David Aldridge | August 14, 2009; 03:29 AM ET | Comments (15)
Tough Landing Spot
If Vick's looking for that hard edge and an environment that will neither bend nor break, Philly's just the place he's looking for.
By Michael Wilbon | August 14, 2009; 12:24 AM ET | Comments (4)
Vick Got Lucky
When the worlds of sports and animal-rights activism collide at the team's headquarters in South Philadelphia on Friday, it's clear the Eagles will be prepared.
By Sean McCann | August 14, 2009; 12:18 AM ET | Comments (9)
PETA Clips Birds
Eagles fans can do is cross their fingers and hope that they won't ever have to explain to their sons and daughters what a "rape rack" is.
By Dan Shannon | August 14, 2009; 12:04 AM ET | Comments (8)
It Better Work
I've been the first to say that Vick deserves a chance to play, I just never thought it'd be in my town.
By Dan Levy | August 13, 2009; 11:59 PM ET | Comments (6)
He's a Player, Not a QB
Vick is an option-read quarterback - no more, no less.
By Doug Farrar | August 13, 2009; 11:55 PM ET | Comments (1)
From Jail Bird to Eagle
The distractions will far outweigh any production he provides the team.
By Zach Leibowitz | August 13, 2009; 11:35 PM ET | Comments (1)
Who Vouches for This Man?
Tony Dungy is a good friend to have but that's not the same thing as an owner, standing in front of a bank of snapping cameras, with his hand out saying "I trust you."
By Jason Maloni | August 11, 2009; 12:56 PM ET | Comments (9)
Vick Owes Dungy and All of Us
it's safe to say that when (not if) an NFL team takes a chance on Vick, he'll owe it entirely to the Dungy name behind him.
By Doug Farrar | August 11, 2009; 11:25 AM ET | Comments (3)
PETA Says No
We hope that Dungy will focus on the future of the NFL by backing our efforts to have the League add "cruelty to animals" to its personal-conduct policy
By Dan Shannon | August 11, 2009; 11:20 AM ET | Comments (23)
Just Crazy Enough To Work
On paper, the pairing of Tony Dungy and Michael Vick seems less likely than Shaq and Ben Stein starring in a mock buddy comedy to pitch cell phones.
By Dan Levy | August 11, 2009; 07:40 AM ET | Comments (1)
The NFL's Odd Couple
Strangest pair since Martin Luther King, Jr. and Civil War General Robert E. Lee or Saul Bellow and Josef Mengele.
By Michael Kun | August 11, 2009; 07:38 AM ET | Comments (6)
Is Dungy Too Loyal?
That Dungy agreed to mentor Vick doesn't say much about how far Vick had progressed, only that Dungy saw him as in need of help.
By Joe Baker | August 11, 2009; 07:09 AM ET | Comments (0)
It's Up to Vick
Tony Dungy can help Michael Vick, if Vick will let him.
By Nathan Whitaker | August 11, 2009; 07:04 AM ET | Comments (3)
Party Over for Plax
Burress's judicial Hail Mary not only failed, but likely sealed his fate for more prison time.
By Neil Jacobs | August 4, 2009; 11:35 AM ET | Comments (1)
Truth Should've Set Plax Free
Compared to Donte Stallworth who killed a man, how long can you keep Plax out?
By Ken Palmer | August 4, 2009; 09:30 AM ET | Comments (9)
Drugs Are Drugs
A high-profile drug bust doesn't have the same PR ramifications on the gridiron as it has on the diamond
By Dan Levy | July 31, 2009; 08:19 AM ET | Comments (3)
Capping Vick
The structuring of a Vick contract is an intriguing dilemma.
By J. I. Halsell | July 28, 2009; 12:38 PM ET | Comments (4)
Michael Vick a Dolphin? All Bark, No Bite
Miami already has their Wild Cat QB, and this one doesn't have character issues.
By Matt Infante | July 28, 2009; 10:07 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick's Short Leash
At least 30 GMs will want him. The question is, how many are bold enough or charismatic enough to sell having him?
By Michael Wilbon | July 27, 2009; 09:54 PM ET | Comments (14)
Makeover Time
Vick should recognize that he needs structure more than he needs starts.
By Jason Maloni | July 27, 2009; 06:41 PM ET | Comments (0)
T.O. Made Goodell Cave
Roger caved in because TO taunted him, called him "ridiculous" and said that "roger should sit in jail."
By Cindy Kagan | July 27, 2009; 05:02 PM ET | Comments (22)
Vick Raids the Bay?
Al Davis, what are you waiting for? Pick up the phone, give the man a call and get him on a plane to the Bay Area.
By Gene Wang | July 27, 2009; 04:51 PM ET | Comments (2)
Who Wants Michael Vick?
League Readers vote on which NFL team will sign Michael Vick
By Reader Poll | July 27, 2009; 04:35 PM ET | Comments (2)
A Small-Market Bounty?
There are a few destinations that make sense for Michael Vick.
By Doug Farrar | July 27, 2009; 04:28 PM ET | Comments (0)
Goodell, Sic Him!
None of the League felons, should ever be allowed to play again, for any reason.
By Cindy Kagan | July 24, 2009; 03:54 PM ET | Comments (26)
Vick Must Show Humility
Goodell should ask Vick if knows what the current unemployment rate is in Hampton Roads.
By Sally Jenkins | July 24, 2009; 03:03 PM ET | Comments (12)
He's Been Punished Enough
Despite the enormous pressure that exists from both sides, I say let the man play.
By Dave Choate | July 24, 2009; 01:38 PM ET | Comments (5)
Goodell Is All Business
Yes, Vick has certainly paid for his actions. Unfortunately for Goodell, not everyone sees it that way
By Sarah Schorno | July 24, 2009; 12:55 PM ET | Comments (3)
GoodNewz for Vick
Having served his time and jail, Vick has earned the right to petition the NFL for reinstatement.
By Jason Maloni | July 24, 2009; 12:31 PM ET | Comments (2)
Goodell, Don't Play Daddy
No suspension. No punishment. No banishment. Nothing should happen to Michael Vick now that he has finished his 23 month sentence for financing a dog fighting ring.
By Robert Littal | July 24, 2009; 11:57 AM ET | Comments (12)
Time to Forgive
To all the Michael Vick haters, it's time to move on, to forgive and to come to grips with the fact he's going to play in the NFL again.
By Gene Wang | July 24, 2009; 11:49 AM ET | Comments (4)
Vick + UFL = Perfect Pair
Whether by design or mere coincidence it appears that the marriage of Michael Vick and the UFL was one made in pigskin heaven.
By Peter Schaffer | July 14, 2009; 01:49 PM ET | Comments (6)
Beckham Meets COPS
The thought of Michael Vick suiting up for the UFL sounds far more like a carnival sideshow attraction than a smart acquisition for a legitimate league.
By Jason Maloni | July 14, 2009; 12:13 PM ET | Comments (5)
A Match Made in Heaven
It's rare to find two puzzle pieces that fit together as well as Michael Vick and the upstart United Football League.
By Dave Choate | July 14, 2009; 10:20 AM ET | Comments (3)
No Such Thing As Bad PR For UFL
No offense to the PETA people (perhaps some offense to the PETA people) but many of them are downright crazy.
By Dan Levy | July 14, 2009; 09:52 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick Buzz Worth Bite?
For brands looking for an edge, Vick just might be that Wow Factor.
By David Carter | July 14, 2009; 09:44 AM ET | Comments (5)
PETA Protest Possible
PETA certainly wouldn't take anything off of the table in terms of protesting the UFL were it to sign Vick.
By Dan Shannon | July 14, 2009; 09:31 AM ET | Comments (15)
Avoid the XFL's Fate
The UFL has to reconcile is just what kind of league it wants to be, and what it wants to accomplish.
By Doug Farrar | July 14, 2009; 09:28 AM ET | Comments (1)
Nothing's Fair in Fantasy Land
There is nothing fair about the NFL's personal conduct policy until you take into account that there is nothing realistic about the NFL.
By Emil Steiner | June 29, 2009; 03:34 PM ET | Comments (0)
Probe Helps Burress
Goodell is not only acting within his rights as commissioner, he's actually HELPING Burress by initiating the probe.
By Jason Maloni | June 29, 2009; 03:25 PM ET | Comments (0)
Consistency Wanted
It seems to me that Goodell bases the expediency with which he deals with a player's disciplinary issues on the interest teams have in that player.
By Doug Farrar | June 29, 2009; 03:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
The No Fair League
The NFL's disciplinary system is about as fair and objective as a tribunal in the Soviet Union.
By Peter Schaffer | June 29, 2009; 03:05 PM ET | Comments (0)
They're Doing The Time
I don't think they're treated differently at all. If they were, folks wouldn't be going to jail.
By Charles Mann | June 8, 2009; 08:56 AM ET | Comments (10)
Vick Deserves Opportunity
What would it say about the priorities of the league if Vick is treated worse for killing dogs than another human being -- as in the case of Leonard Little or Donte Stallworth.
By Rob Rang | May 21, 2009; 04:08 PM ET | Comments (0)
Suspend, but Reinstate
Having Vick sit out the first eight games sounds about right.
By Desmond Bieler | May 20, 2009; 08:31 PM ET | Comments (3)
Building a New Image
Because of the vitriolic reaction to his dog fighting ring, and Vick's past, the NFL can't reinstate him ... yet. But they could soon, if Vick makes the right moves by working hard at his new construction job, proving that he can be a successful team player again.
By Gene Grabowski | May 20, 2009; 06:24 PM ET | Comments (0)
Who Even Wants Him?
Whether Michael Vick will be re-instated is actually irrelevant, because while he almost certainly will, a much greater issue is who should want him?
By Les Carpenter | May 20, 2009; 11:29 AM ET | Comments (6)
One Last Chance
The NFL should give Michael Vick a non-negotiable last chance to play football.
By Gene Wang | May 19, 2009; 03:55 PM ET | Comments (3)
Ban Vick for Life?
I see no reason why Goodell would ever let Michael Vick back under the lucrative NFL Shield.
By Emil Steiner | May 19, 2009; 10:29 AM ET | Comments (38)
The NFL Will Bend
The current Commissioner has proven that the need to fill the coffers trumps most everything else in his mind.
By Doug Farrar | May 19, 2009; 10:10 AM ET | Comments (3)
Vick Doesn't Deserve a Second Chance
There has to be something so vile in the character of someone who would support such an operation that we have wonder if it is worth having that person involved in the sport we love.
By Doug Farrar | March 4, 2009; 09:59 AM ET | Comments (6)
Vick's a Tougher Sell
NFL fans want to win. But I'm not sure how many NFL fans want their team to be the one that pays Vick a king's ransom to lineup under center.
By Dan Levy | March 4, 2009; 09:07 AM ET | Comments (0)
Risky Bonds Investment
Let's see, admitted dog-abuser and convicted felon or alleged steroid cheat and ultimate baseball fraud?
By Zach Leibowitz | March 4, 2009; 07:27 AM ET | Comments (0)
Vick, Clearly?
Vick's younger -- his transgressions hurt dogs, not his sport.
By Peter Schaffer | March 4, 2009; 03:32 AM ET | Comments (9)
Vick or Bonds?
Michael Vick or Barry Bonds, you decide...
By Reader Poll | March 4, 2009; 03:28 AM ET | Comments (0)
