Philadelphia Inquirer on Michael Vick!
Philadelphia Inquirer Sports Columnist Phil Sheridan writes today Michael Vick is “not worth the trouble for Eagles”. Philadelphia Inquirer’s Sheridan blasts Vick as The Philadelphia Daily News “greets” Vick with a Friday cover that reads “Hide Your Dogs”.
Sheridan says Vick was a “polarizing figure”. But today, Sheridan feels Vick isn’t worth the gamble.
“The downside here just isn’t worth the potential upside. It just isn’t.”
Andy Reid thinks PETA has his support.
“This is America. We do make mistakes, and in this situation he has a chance to prove he is doing the right things and I think the fans will be excited for him as long as he continues to do them. He’s been proactive, speaking all over the country and working with the Humane Society.”
Cue PETA statement from Dan Shannon to AP:
“PETA and millions of decent football fans around the world are disappointed that the Eagles decided to sign a guy who hung dogs from trees.
“He electrocuted them with jumper cables and held them under water. You have to wonder what sort of message this sends to young fans who care about animals and don’t want them to be harmed.”
Sheridan further writes:
“Sure, Vick is remorseful now. … He has every reason to be remorseful. No doubt he’s sincere. And perhaps someone, somewhere should have given him an opportunity to play again. Just not the Eagles. Just not here.”
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on August 14th, 2009 at 9:42 am
Philadelphia Inquirer – please look up the shennigans – and some say theft history of the Humane Society of the United States. Andy Reid may have overlooked the questionable validity of the organization he is using as cover to validate his win at any cost even if includes murdering fido.
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:45 am
Note to Andy Reid – using PETA as a character witness for Vick’s repentence? This is the same organization that compared on its web site chicken fryers raised as food and their treatment to that of the Holocaust. Fire Reid. Boycott all of the Eagles merchandise until Vick is cut.
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:48 am
I am officially no longer a Philadelphia Eagles fan. Owner Jeff Lurie, and president/COO Joe Banner , by condoning the sadistic torturing of innocent animals you have taken Philadelphia sports to it’s lowest low. Congratulations. We’ve always known you two were complete assholes, now you’ve nationally insulted and embarrassed our great city. May yours, and Mr. Vick’s unconscionable souls rot in a hell of dog shit.
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:53 am
The NFL – dead to me. The City of Philadelphia – dead to me. I used to love to visit Philadelphia with my family, but you will never get another of my tourist dollars again. Michael Vick is the Charles Manson of the dog world. I wouldn’t want to watch Charles Manson playing NFL football either!
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:59 am
I think this is GREAT!!! Finally a team has the balls to sign Vick. I mean what is with all you haters. If you want to discredit his skills I understand but what more do you guys want from this guy??? He lost his job and millions of dollars. Oh ya thats right he spent 2 whole years in prison!! Dante Stallworth drove drunk and killed a man and only spent 24 days in jail!!! Mike Vick has paid his debt and some!! This is America not Iraq. Of course he deserves a second chance iuf any team is willing to do so. Bravo Eagles. BRAVO.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:07 am
The Eagles sign a man who hanged dogs from trees, electrocuted them with jumper cables, held them underwater until they drowned in his swimming pool, and even threw his own family dogs into the fighting pit to be torn to shreds while he laughed. Great job. Thanks for giving our young people such a FANTASTIC role model. I hope every game is picketted, I hope people scream DOG MURDERED every time he walks on the field. ANd I hope to GOD he’s never allowed near another animal again.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Although a Giants fan, I’ve always respected the Eagles and their fans. As far as respecting the Eagles, well that is gone now. And to any fans that just think about winning a damn football game and not think about Michael Dick killing innocent helpless animals because he is a sick disgusting person, then my respect for you is gone too.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:15 am
I will make sure that the next time I visit the beautiful city of Philadelphia, I will go nowhere near that stadium, and I will not purchase anything at all that has to do with the Eagles.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:19 am
Vick keep your head up, don’t worry about the haters.
It’s the same fools how tortured and killed innocent PEOPLE in the past, and still to this day that want to judge this man. The man has done his time, leave him alone. I also bet this same people don’t have a problem with George Bush or his croons, didn’t he just commit a crime that’s worst than Vick’s, hell he has not only killed innocent people but killed an economy. That’s one example out of many.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:29 am
How very sad that we place the ability of an athlete above his ability as a human…what a disgrace.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:29 am
Would you Vick fans think the same way if he molested children and did his time? This idea that he “paid” for his crime is BS. 20 months in prison does not fix a sociopath. People who harm other people and/or animals for pleasure are sociopaths. I hope you like your teammate Phillie.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:31 am
As a 25 year transplant from the Northeast to the South, I commend the Phila Eagles organization for “stepping Out of the Box” and openly recognize that Michael Vick has paid his price and should be given a chance to prove that he has turned the corner and it is only just that a City like Phila and a organization like the Eagles are open minded enough to extend the “TRUTH” of the “City of Brotherly Love”. I know that in the South they still haven’t forgot the Civil War! God Bless Phila for believing in their fellow man with open arms. He won’t let you down!
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:43 am
Thank you Eagles! Vick will probably never take a snap if McNabb stays healthy, but that is not the point. Michael Vick has clearly done some horrible things, but EVERYONE deserves a chance to atone for their wrongs. Why would he be any different?
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:08 am
When someone can harm something that is screaming, writhing and panting in pain and they do it for pleasure – they are mentally ill. Again, people think cause it’s just dogs that he’s paid for his crime. If it were children the thought process would be different. He is a SOCIOPATH. 20 months doesnt fix it.
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:16 am
When a violent offender’s occupation prior to incarceration is a violent sport, said offender should not be allowed to participate in the sport. Just like a pedophile teacher isn’t allowed to teach/be near children again. Bottom… line, the Eagles are encouraging this violent offender to bulk up, produce more testosterone and become violent for the next 3 months. Sounds like a recipe for disaster to me.
If an only if he donates his salary to the betterment of animals and donates his time as well, will I reconsider my position on Vick. He is, as of today, pond scum.
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:22 am
I fail to see how not wanting to watch Michael Vick makes me a hater? What I am saying is that the NFL and the Eagles probably did not do a very good job of looking at the overall ramifications of what having Vick play. Phillie is already struggling with an identity crisis of not being a wholesome family place. With this Vick move, the morality and safety of the city will be questioned even further. The majority of people in Phillie are good people and likely want no part of this, especially as it will hurt them financially. For me, I can just as easily go to Baltimore, Boston, or New York and have a great time with my tourist dollars as I won’t be going to Phillie if Vick plays.
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:27 am
This is the problem of this country, this world! Everyone is so darn judgemental. Everyone and I mean everyone deserves a second chance. I bet if you HATERS we’re in his shoes you would want a second chance. Get off your high horses!!! Not your job to judge. It’s GODS!! Our Lord and Savior
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:33 am
His second chance was being freed from incarceration. The cherry on his sundae of life is this contract with the Eagles.
I’m not judging him, I’m stating for a fact that violent criminals shouldn’t be allowed to participate/profit from violent sports the same way a pedophile teacher shouldn’t be allowed near children.
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:34 am
The same lord that does not condone the suffering of animals??
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:47 am
As a devout Eagles fan, I say shame on all so called fans who choose to turn their back on our family. Win or lose I am an Eagles fan and thoroughly support the organization. I have questioned player personnel issues (see D.Staley, see B.Dawkins), but my loyalty has never wavered. There is redemption in all of us; we all make mistakes throughout the week and watch football on Sundays. Anybody that doesn’t want their tickets send them to me, I’m sure that I can find a few real fans that would love to spend Sunday afternoons at the Linc. My pop used to say “Take the 2″x4″ out of your eye before telling someone about the toothpick in theirs.” Everybody is up in arms about this dog issue; it disgusted me when I heard about the charges against Vick and his cronies but I still where leather belts and shoes and jackets. I’m sure most of you do as well. My point, none of us is perfect, none of us is perfect, and furthermore none of us is perfect. Welcome home Michael Vick.
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:47 am
What a disgrace!!!! I hope the Eagles and Michael Vick suffer all the back lash that they get because of this stupid move. A desperate team trying to win a Super bowl at any cost!! I hope this whole thing blows up in there face…………..and not just cuz im a Giants fan. This goes alot deeper than that!!!
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:50 am
Hey Rahman……….take a grammer course. None of us ARE perfect………….retard!
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:02 pm
Hey John,
Grammatically speaking, aren’t we supposed to capitalize the first letter in our names? Dumbass
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:17 pm
As a Redskin fan I always respected the Eagles for their tough brand of football. No more! Burning live animals for enjoyment is not a “MISTAKE”! It’s a heinos crime that only a very sick sub-human monster would do!
Lurie is a pig as is Andy [ I would sleep with the devil to win a super bowl ] Reid. This is going to destroy the Eagles. If they thougt TO was a distraction, just wait! It couldn’t happen to a nicer bunch of fans?
Why didn’t the league at least have Vick go through a series of mental exams to find out if he has any rational thought process? To have remorse, one must feel compassion. Vick is a sociopath incapable of discerning evil from human behavior. He belongs in a cell with Charles Manson not on the feild as a role model for children!
God may forgive him but I never will! I have never wanted to see a player get hurt but I hope the Skins end his carrer!
My compliments to the good Eagle fans who are devistated by this unconscienable act. I hope the rest of the apologists come back as a dog owned by Michael Vick in their next life.
See you at Fed-Ex!
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:31 pm
Think Phillie – regular American mom wants to take kids on East Coast “See America” Vacation. Great cities for American History – DC, Williamsburg, Boston, Phillie – oh yeah, that Phillie city is sort of scary, and don’t they support that guy that kills dogs? This will be a big turn off for tourist.
I’m not judging Vick, I just don’t want to see him as part of my entertainment. I wouldn’t want to see Hitler or Ted Bundy playing football either.
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
Oh yeah, I suppose I don’t have to worry too much. Vick will definitely screw up by game 6 and cost the Eagles a ton of money. Sadly, this cost will be passed on to the Eagles fans as well as the city of Philadelphia. The damage to the city’s reputation will be solid.
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
They’re animals not people!!!! People come on!! You guys are the same people that if a dog killed or attacked a human you wouldwant to give the dog a second chance though.!! you guys are little extreme!!
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
Let he who has not sinned cast the first stone. All this back and forth business over a man who has made a horrific mistake…is STUPID. To forgive is Godly. Your earthly opinion doesn’t count, and you’re wasting your breath. As far as I concerned, Andy, Jeff, Donovan, and the entire Eagle organization…are showing real heart.
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
Im not a fan but Eagles good job!!!!
on August 14th, 2009 at 12:57 pm
Second chance? Most peoples’ second chance doesn’t include a $1.6 million contract with a $5mm option. The Eagles can do whatever they want, but I hope all those who find this move as repulsive as I do will contact the sponsors.
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Football girl – You tell me where God said it was OK to electrocute, torture, drown and kill animals. And then you tell me where Michael Vick asked for forgiveness?
And if God’s forgiveness is for “all of us” then let’s forgive Charles Manson, Osama Bin Laden, jeffrey Dahmer… hey. let’s add John Wayne Gacy who raped and mutilated young boys – cause you know he served his time too. And really, does God ask that a sinner “serve his tiem”. I dont’ think so. So let’s open the prison doors and forgive our fellow men for murder, rape, burgulary, molestation, terrorism.. what else can you add to this list Football girl?? Cause we are all about “forgiving” right?
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:08 pm
Ill bet my great paycheck that most of these people posting about how much the dislike the eagles and Hell the whole city in general is 1 not from philly and 2 not a football fan..Just some little jacks that sit behind a computer and blog all day about something that has not nothing to do with sports…But thats ok because for all of you who dont like Vick there are just as many who do….So sit on that….
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
Ok Eagle fan – you condone an animal torturer. It’s a free country. And I am a sports fan and I don’t need to be from Philly to know right from wrong. You hitch your wagons to Vick. Sleep well.
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I grew up in Phila and have always loved the Eagles. I now live in Bronco land and have for many years. I applaud the Eagles organization for their compassion, particularly Donavan; he is a true human being and THE man. Where is everyone’s sense of forgiveness? I am a total animal lover and have several dogs, but Michael has paid for his mistake many times over. If the likes of Tony Dungy can see the good in Michael, then so can I. Good luck Michael. I’m sure the TRUE fans will rally around you; we all deserve a second chance for our misdeeds. Go Eagles! (and Broncos)
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
Are they kidding? Dox Mom said it right!! I truly hope last nights loss is the 1st in a VERY long line of losses! Maybe at 1/2 time we can have dog fights? We know who can set it up real fast.
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
If Michael Vick was a plumber or a bus driver, would you deny him the right to make a living in his chosen profession? Or is it that he is a highly paid and visible professional athlete that is part of the reason for so much vitriol? For some folks, professional athletes seem to have fewer rights– they shouldn’t be paid so much, right? What Vick did makes my skin crawl. I have cats and a dog and I cannot imagine anyone torturing them. But, we have a little thing in this country called the Constitution, and he has a right to make a living, whether it be football or as a cook. We also have the right not to buy tickets, support team sponsors, or watch or listen to the games. Professional football– like just about every profession– has many sick and violent people. If you are going to pick and choose who to eliminate in your sphere of influence, don’t forget the computer techs, cashiers, teachers, politicians and carpenters.
on August 14th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
A convicted felon in the real world can’t get a job as a plumber or at McDonalds for that matter – it’s against company policy. But if he wants a job in the NFL – no problem!!
And his crime is less severe because it was an animal?!?! Well I’m sure Jeffrey Dahmers victims wished animal cruelty charges were taken a little more seriously back in the day…
When charles Manson gets out let’s have him teach kindergarten. And you vick fans get to send your kids. Because God has forgiven him too.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
I am a 30 year fan of the Eagles. That ended yesterday with the signing of Michael Vick. My team stickers have been removed from my car and my 4 jerseys, 3 hats, vintage belt buckle, and other gear are going to take a trip through the wood chipper (if I can find one). I will not support the Eagle’s organization. Even if Vick were to be released tomorrow, the damage has been done.
A sociopath is a sociopath. For those of you that are griping that it was “only dogs”, enjoy your games and upgrade your seats. There should be plenty available.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
For those of you that don’t get the dog thing -
–Vick was gambling. NFL Players are forbidden to gamble. They can get suspended for life. (ask Pete Rose about this)
–Vick knowingly gave herpes to a woman in 2005
–Vick tested positive for marijuana while on bail awaiting trial
–The Atlanta Journal-Constitution quoted Reeves as having told Vick: “You are an Atlanta Falcon…Whatever you do is going to be a reflection on all of us, not just you.”
Philadelphia, and I mean the good people of Philadelphia, this is going to be your reflection.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:07 pm
For a long time I was disgusted by the “men” that played football. In my high school they could do no wrong because it was a championship team. Every abuse was ignored, even the more frighteningly serious ones.
Then I moved to Philly and slowly fell in love with the Eagles. I had begun to think I had been too judgmental. That in spite of what I had seen, there could be men that were good, or at least not bad, in professional sports.
I now know I’m wrong. Myself and about 6 or 7 friends are burning our gear tonight. Football, and specifically the Eagles, are dead to me.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
I’m not an Eagles fan, but I do appluad the organization for giving Vick a second chance.
If you grow up in a home filled with domestic violence, you are more likely to become an actor or victim of domestic violence. If you grow up in a segregated region/family, your chances of being a racist are increased. My point is that many of us are products of what we see. We don’t know any better until someone teaches us. Vick had to learn the hard way.
I’m not a huge Vick fan, but he is a product of his environment. I live in the DC area and dogfighting happens everywhere. It’s not right, but it does happen and Vick can be an instrument of change. America has gang members go to prison for some of the most heinous crimes you can imagine and for whatever reason, some are reformed. The next thing you know, they’re out preaching to the youth about the dangers of gang alliances. Because of his fame or infamy, Vick has a chance to really make a difference in helping others see the harm and evil in dogfigting. This isnt about football, it’s about forgiveness and the oppurtunity for a young man to redeem himself and make up the harm he’s caused. I don’t think he’s a sociopath, I think he’s a spoiled athlete that believed he was untouchable. He’s learned a lesson so lets see where he goes from here.
It’s not up to us to forgive Vick, it’s up to GOD to forgive him and GOD has already done that for Michael Vick and the rest of us.
And for those of you that say you aren’t Hater’s, you words make syou sound as though you HATE the fact that he’s been given a second chance. That makes you a HATER.
Look at yourself before looking at others.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
I have been an Eagles fan for over 4 decades, which hasn’t always been easy, but hiring Vick is the final straw. HE MADE A MISTAKE!!! I don’t have to reiterate what he did but torture and murder does not fit in the category of a mistake. I will never again watch the Eagles, root for them or pray for their success. Even if they reach that ultimate goal, how will Reid and Lurie hold their heads up high? I guess they can just hide them behind their flimsy “second chance” remarks. I’d trade a Super Bowl win any day if I could still say “I’m proud of my team”.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
I really think you guys should lighten up, I mean he is wrong and so were the people who hung and tortured the peolpe in which they thought they own. And here now today in this year given the chance thoses who are still alive would do it all over again. I ask you all were they so scorned and condemed. Where is Americas heart. To era is by our right human to forgive is so divine.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
I am thrilled to see that there are about 10 times as many people disgusted by Vick’s return as pleased. Thank god there are 10 smart people to help the misguided idiots out there.
on August 14th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
Wow! These are very interesting comments. Just some observations:
1. I see mention of his salary, which indicates that jealousness may be at the root of some of these comments.
2. Lets get some history on this dog fighting stuff: Dogs have been the unwitting victims of exploitation for blood sports since ancient Roman times when they fought against other animals in the Coliseum. The practice of pitting dogs against other animals, such as bulls and bears, continued through medieval times in England until it was outlawed in 1835 by the Parliament in the Humane Act of 1835. Around that time, the Staffordshire Bull terrier was developed and modern dog-fighting was born. The dog was brought to America in 1817 and dog fighting became part of American culture.
3. Jesus Christ was crucified, tortured, beaten and yet upon our cross, He asked God to forgive them for they know not what they do. This should answer the forgiveness problem.
4. Question: For how many of you, have Michael Vick become your new O.J. Simpson? One can tell a tree by it’s fruit. If hatred and un-forgiveness is spewing out of your comments, then so is your heart. Oh! just remember, God looks upon the hearts of men.
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:03 pm
Here’s the deal. Those of us who hate that he is back will boycott the sponsors. The sponsors will drop the Eagles like a hot potato. The Eagles will dump Vick. Any questions?
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:07 pm
good job for the eagles… give him a second chance…. especially white people care waayyy tooo much abt animals…… letting them kiss them on the mouth, etc etc….ewww……. lol he didnt kill a PERSON…….get over it…….he was sent to prison 4 it…….like tony said ” its the christian thing to do”…….
what do u want from him? the same people that are condemning mike are the same ones that care more abt dogs than black people……treat dogs better than a black person. better than a human being……… shame on u.lol
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:15 pm
Being a Ravens and Skins fan I’m sorry they got Vic ’cause it makes them a better team. And it’s not the dog killing I’m afraid, it’s (some of) you Eagle fans, downright vicious. You’d cut someone’s heart out over a moral opinion….man take a look in the mirror!!
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
Oh foolish man! Who do you think you will hurt the most! The Eagles organization? The Players? No! All the families that earn a living working for the organization and stadium and all the support business associated with football. So is is better to boycott because of one man, and hurt many men, than to forgive one man, so that many men can continue to earn a living off of entertaining via the sports industry. That is foolish and will run your cities economy down into the ground. Do, so and you will see the Eagles in another city that will appreciate having the economic opportunity!
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
Highly doubt that any other city wants a team that believes in animal cruelty.
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:28 pm
to the idiot who replied “nobody is perfect” vick did not commit an error in judgment, he knowingly had dogs in his “world” viciously and continuously abused, incredible the amount of disconnected human beings from the rest of society, yes, he did his time but spotlighing a convicted dog torturer is absolutely a despicable and depraved act that in no way puts the eagles leadership in a noble place
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:31 pm
Why not get educated about this dog fighting business and these so called pet lover organizations before you spew this evil from within your hearts! Check this site for dog fighting history:
http://www.animallaw.info/articles/ddusdogfighting.htm
And this site for a little info on these pet loving orgainzations:
http://www.workingpitbull.com/truthaboutpeta.htm
Michael Vick did not ask for the talents that God gave him, nor the environment that he grew up into. It is evident that those institutions and organizations did not care anything about teaching this young man about life changes, but only cared about the money they could make off of him. It appears that the Brotherly Love has already left your city. You appear to love kicking a brother, when he is already down. It amazes me how so many Americans were for war and killing yet so many are voicing so much hatred for health or forgiveness. What have we become?
on August 14th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
As a native Pennsylvanian and one who works in animal rescue, I’m disappointed. One, I don’t believe Vick is sorry for what he did, only that he got caught. But it’s a free country and the Eagles are free to sign any pr nightmare they want. I do know good can come out of bad and though I don’t believe he’s sincere, he CAN bring light to a terrible crime that for too long has been OUT of the public eye. In that sense he can do some good. We’ll see what he donates of his millions to area shelters. The Eagles should put THAT in his contract–that they will send a percentage of his salary to PA animal shelters.
on August 14th, 2009 at 4:01 pm
One more thing: we forgive mistakes when they are one-time things. In other words: Mistakes. What Vick did was not a mistake. He KNEW it was illegal on so many levels. He has eyes and ears and KNEW it was cruel and painful and sick. That’s a pathalogical sickness, not a mistake. Sadly, our society cares more about money and a game than living creatures. He has no compassion or feeling for living things. That’s sick.
on August 14th, 2009 at 4:25 pm
so, let me see if i understand this–fans who pay lots of money to watch a sport where men beat and bash each other on the playing field are appalled at having a ruthless competitor on their team? how many former nfl players are crippled and physically broken as a result of this game? and you people are upset because some dogs were tortured and died? where is the sense in all of this? he did it–he got caught–he went to prison–move on people!
on August 14th, 2009 at 4:30 pm
To Eagles owners and coaches,
How pathetic that you opted to trade your team, your town, and your tradition as a respected football organization for an athlete who took all of his fame, fortune and god-given talent and used it to create death camps for dogs. Andy Reid, you couldn’t be a moral example for your own family, so I guess we shouldn’t be suprised now that you’ve proven you can’t be a moral example for society and football. Good luck, you’re gonna need it.
on August 14th, 2009 at 4:54 pm
Sandy: PR stands for Power Rules. They don’t care about public relations. True money is the root of all kinds of evil and I find it quite interesting that donating Money is part of the good that can come out of this.
I don’t and never did see Vick’s actions as a mistake. He was committing a crime and more than likely, had been committing that crimminal act for a very long time. He got caught and by the laws of this country, was charged, found guilty and convicted by a jury of his peers. He served the time handed down by the crimminal justice system of this country. End of story. He is now a citizen with a crimminal past, but a citizen. Now comes certian members of our society that want to place him on trial again by public opinion and that is all that it is opinion. Ok, even if you only forgive mistakes, what about giving someone a chance to prove themselves? Can you hold your opinion at least until he is given a chance? Not everyone that is incarserated return to their crimminal ways.
on August 14th, 2009 at 4:56 pm
What Mike did was wrong and I do not deny that. But we are talking about dogs who are animals and not people. If you are a person who is a christian and cant forgive a man for this act than shame on you and maybe you should pick up a bible and study harder. You need someone to pray for you for not being able to forgive. People hunt,slaughter, and use dead animals as trophies everyday but its OK. Become a vegetarian and help out other animals from being slaugtered then. Think about if it were YOUR son that had done this and if he should be forgiven. I know that some may reply ” I dont care” or “this isnt the same.” I hope the guy dose well because I belive that he deserves a second chance and I have forgiven him for his crime. I have a soul that forgives and I do not feel he is a threat to society. Who ever made the comment comparing him to Charles Manson is ignorant. You cannot compare the loss of a dog to a loss of a human life…..It is NOT the same no matter how much you want it to be.
on August 14th, 2009 at 5:00 pm
I think some of the people here must be perfect, never having done something they are ashamed of. The man lost all respect, was disgraced personally and professionally, spent time in prison, and lost millions and millions of dollars. Short of having him anally crucified, what more can we expect him to do? The man has a right to try to get his life back together…
on August 14th, 2009 at 5:28 pm
Michael Vick is an ass clown and Philly is clearly either desperate or really stupid to sign such a moral liability like Vick. You are all missing the point-character is character and ethics are ethics-no matter how fast you can throw a pigskin brown ball-you carry those traits with you. When you kill, torture, and destroy innocent animals for your own sadistic pleasure and financial gain, there is something seriously, seriously wrong there. Michael Vick does not belong in the NFL, or in our society for that matter-he belongs in a mental hospital. Good luck Philly-you are going to need it.
on August 14th, 2009 at 5:38 pm
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WE ARE A BETTER NATION THAN TO APPLAUD A DOG TORTURER AND CONVICTED FELON!
on August 14th, 2009 at 5:38 pm
I love when people spout the bible when they’re backed in a corner. I don’t need to read the bible, I have. Vick should’ve read it when he was torturing dogs. You’re on your own Phillie. Enjoy your sadist teammate. And hide your dogs.
on August 14th, 2009 at 5:46 pm
I say let him play and whenever he doesn’t perform up to expectations, do to him what he did to those poor dogs. Forget redemption–turnabout is fair play…Michael, you should have known better and you shouldn’t have been the arrogant SOB thug you were when the story started to break. The loss of MILLIONS of dollars is enough motivation for even the most morally bankrupt to say the right things.
on August 14th, 2009 at 5:49 pm
“I’m not a huge Vick fan, but he is a product of his environment.” I am a Vick fan, but I never bought into that cliche; we all make mistakes, we all learn from them.
on August 14th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
What the heck are you people thinking. Micheal Vick is a thug, dog killer and has trained kids in Atlanta to be the same. I know, I lived there. He was a thug from the first day he set foot in Atlanta. This is a disappointment for all and says so much about Philadelphia… how in the world can you support this. Your football fans are famous for letting your feelings be known. Kick the Vick out of town. He needs to have the same done to him as he did to the dogs. You can’t imagine the sounds that dying dogs make. I will remember him forever only by that sound and by his Meaness andcruelty.
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
To all those who are against Michael Vick playing in the NFL, what should happen to him?
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
I hope all the haters on this posting has never eaten an animal such as chicken, pork, fish, etc. I don’t see anyone of you calling for the firing of executives that run the companies that provide food for us to eat and the imprisonment of the cattle ranchers that provide beef for our cravings of a juicy steak….I guess what I’ve learned is that the DOG is now at the same status as the human and the dog should now have the same constitutional rights as us fellow humans….from what I’m reading I see a common theme of hate towards Michael Vick, and for the writer above maybe someone will eat you like you ate your chicken sandwich last night or someone will smash you like the spider you stepped on last week….if we are going to be so passionate about dogs, we should be this passionate about all forms of life…i think the haters should ask themselves would they wish the same punishment and ridicule for their son, brother, or close friend if he committed the same crime
on August 14th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
As a long time resident of Philadelphia and a lifetime Eagles Fan, I am appalled that the Eagles signed Michael Vick. I am not sure why everyone condones this as a “second chance”. He has paid his debt and earned the right to work. He has not earned the right to play in the NFL and to be a ROLE MODEL to millions of children. What lesson does this send? A police officer, lawyer, doctor, CPA, etc. would not be allowed to continue in the same capacity in their profession. Why is he expected to get a second chance. Shame on you Eagles.
on August 14th, 2009 at 10:14 pm
Everyone says what if, let us deal with the facts. The fact is he funded dog fighting. This country was built on murder and robbery, check you history. So if the roots are not good then the limbs are just a product of that. Further more if your purchase a car and pay for it, then later the car dealership says, hey I think I want a little more money. He paid his debt and now people want more. Every person should given a chance to redeem themselves. And quit looking to athletes to be the role models. Here is a what if? What if he was you brother, friend, husband, etc……… People are so quick to judge another. We don’t know how to be humane ourselves.
on August 14th, 2009 at 11:53 pm
go ahead philly take him, he will fit in just right with your idiotic crowds! beer on his hear or snowballs in his face will not affect him!
on August 15th, 2009 at 12:41 am
Congrats to Michael Vick and Eagles! Great pick up. Mike did his time (more than he should have had to do) and now wanting to make a come back. I guess all the folks that are critical of the move have never made a mistake. I only wish they were as vocal against spousal abuse, gun voilence, and drug abuse, which are 1,000 times worse than the issue of dog fighting. Dog fighting is bad but it doesn’t reach the high crimes noted above. Please PETA – Be part of the solution. If not just sit down and shut up for once.
on August 15th, 2009 at 2:25 am
Millions of children all over the country are not going to start dog fighting rings…just like they don’t go out and shoot people because of Grand Theft Auto. He’s not a role model, he’s a backup quarterback that will likely have little significant contribution this year. Oh yeah, and for the smug moral superiors here who “are no longer eagles fans,” let’s wait 2 fucking months until you find another overblown issue to be self-righteous about.
on August 15th, 2009 at 3:12 am
God forbid that Mike Vick actually be forced to get a real job and prove himself to be a decent human being before being allowed to waltz right back into the NFL. Laughing like hell that the Eagles didn’t even require him to work out for them. He’s garbage as a person and has yet to do one thing voluntarily to show that he’s changed one but. Give him a few months to get comfortable and he’ll drop the tapdancing act and he’ll show his true colors again.
on August 15th, 2009 at 5:14 am
Hey Rahman, Wow that was a desperate move. Almost as desperate as your pathetic Eagles signing Vick to try to win a super bowl. It’ll never happen. They truly are the win NOTHING team. GO GIANTS!!!!
on August 15th, 2009 at 6:44 am
People have been abusing animals for a long time,for pleasure,for profit,for the hell of it. If Vick could have been taxed for what he was doing by the feds, we would not have this debate.Go Eagles,I hope you win the Super Bowl.
on August 15th, 2009 at 7:40 am
In Really World, All company will check you background
No company really give him a job
on August 15th, 2009 at 10:02 am
Please people who on this board has not done anything in their past that they have gotten a second chance. It’s kind of ridiculous that people are saying Philadelphia is wrong for signing Vick. So in other words you guys are saying he should have a lifetime bad. Please get over your selves. Part of this is racism and part of it is pure idiocity. The man did almost 2 years in jail. What happened in the early 1900s to almost 1970 with whites lynching blacks not a DAMN thing. You guys are using this as a public lynching get over it. Let the man play a simple game called football and get on with his life.
on August 15th, 2009 at 10:15 am
Of course Michael Vick deserves a second chance. I bet there are plenty of good jobs open at UPS or Fedex… maybe a few good cab driver spots. It’s a big city, and a free country.
And people are free to despise a guy who recreationally and joyfully inflicted suffering on helpless animals. “Haters” has nothing to do with it: the man’s debased.
He may deserve a second chance as a citizen out of prison, but nobody DESERVES a multimillion dollar pinacle position in the entertainment industry. That is, after all, what the NFL is.
The man made a living garnering the approval of people. The people disapprove. Simple transaction.
on August 15th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
A human being who executes dogs by hanging, drowing and electrocution sickens me. A human being who rubs shards of glass on dogs before a fight to make them more aggressive sickens me. A human being who is part of any dog fighting ring is not making “a mistake”, they are a sociopath. Yes, there are crimes committed by sociopaths, such as child abuse, spouse abuse, rape and murder, but that doesn’t make what Vick any less sociopathic. Has he gotten any help for his sickness? Did he give names of others who are members of the dark world of dog fighting? I know someone who’s dog was stolen and later found out that his dog was used as practice for a dog fight and was ripped to shreads. All of us who feel that our pets are part of our family, stand up, and shout loudly. Dog fighting is a very dark and disturbing world. Anyone who thinks differently, do some research.
on August 15th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
Yes, what Vick did to dogs was really bad. But, he has served his sentence and is active in promoting better treatment of animals. What more do you want from him? Obviously some of you are bitter because he is employed now, and you aren’t. I have a suggestion for you: Instead of being on the computer, bitching about a man who now has a job, why don’t you use this time constructively to find your own. Quit hating on Vick. I wish him well.
on August 19th, 2009 at 2:54 am
The point I wish to make regarding Vick is that we, as fans,do not want to furnish him with millions of dollars out of our pockets and have him forced into our lives when we hate what he was capable of. He ENJOYED TORTURE and cruelty and that is the sign of a dark and horrible soul. He should not be rewarded by welcoming him back into the world he disrespected and squandered. If he were truly sorry, he would have been willing to make it right WITHOUT millions of dollars coming his way. This, again , shows there is NO CONSEQUENCE TO SPITTING ON YOUR MULTI MILLION DOLLAR CONTRACT TO PLAY IN THE NFL. When does it stop with these guys? What is the deterrent to these horrible acts? I, as a true fan, want to be able to enjoy my football without paying the salary of horrible, sick, mean hearted people. WE DON’T NEED VICK. Let these positions go to the many other talented players who we might actually ENJOY cheering for. NO FELONS IN THE NFL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.
on August 25th, 2009 at 1:12 pm
“He ENJOYED TORTURE and cruelty and that is the sign of a dark and horrible soul.” I would imagine that Susan Perine is gifted with empathic abilities as well as terrific insight. While you are at it; eradicate homelessness, world hunger and child abuse. Thanks for your time, as I can see you’re rather busy combatting the world’s most serious issues.