The speculation can now end: Michael Vick has agreed to a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. The story was originally broken Thursday evening by Dan Sileo of WDAE in Tampa. Chris Mortensen followed up a half hour later, during ESPN's broadcast of Cardinals vs. Steelers. The news has been confirmed by Joel Segal, Vick's agent.
It's a one-year deal for $1.6 million, with a team option for 2010 at $5.2 million.
According to a source close to Vick, the quarterback picked the Eagles over one other top candidate. He has to pass a physical before joining the team.
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Per the terms of his current NFL suspension, Vick will be able to practice with Philadelphia, but ineligible to play until the Eagles' third preseason game. Philadelphia hosts Jacksonville on Thursday, August 27, in what would be the first game action Vick could possibly see.
Beyond that, Vick's reinstatement is on a "conditional basis," and his regular-season playing status will be determined by Week 6, if not before.
"What sort of message does this sent to young fans who care about animals and don't want to see them be harmed?" David W. Perle, PETA's senior communications coordinator, said in a written statement. "PETA certainly hopes that Vick has truly learned his lesson and feels truly remorseful for his crimes -- but since he's given no public indication that that's the case, only time will tell."
Though this signing answers a number of questions, it brings up a litany of new ones. Meanwhile, the Eagles visit the Falcons on December 6.




















Reader Comments (Page 1 of 42)
8-13-2009 @ 11:37PM
LanaIroc@aol.com said...
First of all if you like him so much then learn how to spell his name (I'm just one of your stupid white girls)
Are you aware of the torture they put these dogs through?
I took in an 8 month old pit bull with scars on her neck from them
hanging her by a chocker chain until they turn blue and having the
other dogs bite at her to make her nasty, and to hose her down so
hard that she is afraid of water.
They make these dogs nasty by hurting them and you think he's a good
guy?
I think he is a sick A** H*** and had to do it for sick kicks as he
didn't need the money- I know how to make us all happy -let him
donate his salary to the pit bull rescue groups (if he's such a nice
guy).
8-13-2009 @ 11:08PM
am449ss said...
oh here we go again with the racist card. I wouldn't care if Michael Vick was purple, this has absolutely nothing to do with his color. this has everything to do with his actions. What he did was sick and inhumane. I loved the eagles and followed them for years, but not any more. I will not support a team that would sign on an animal killer. Why does everything have to be turned in to something racist?
8-13-2009 @ 8:44PM
infinitycj said...
May be Michael Vick can spike a Shih Tzu or dunk a Datsun over the goal post after scoring a touchdown.
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8-13-2009 @ 10:51PM
Becca said...
thats absolutely disgusting.
8-14-2009 @ 12:03AM
Leseante said...
just give Vick a second chance!!! People that killed people sometimes get second chances!! personally I don't think it was that serious 2 b honest n im proud owner of a pitbull. Wtf is dha world coming 2!!! It's good that he back in the NFL! Welcome Back Mike Vick!
8-14-2009 @ 2:10AM
Jason V. said...
ABSOLUTELY BOYCOTT ALL GAMES THE EAGLES PLAY UNTIL HE IS GONE, WHETHER IT BE ON TV OR IN PERSON. There is no way to justify putting this person in the public eye in a position that demands respect. This is AMERICAN SPORTS, NOT a rehabilitation program for felony parolees! Get him OUT OF THE PUBLIC EYE, PERIOD!
8-14-2009 @ 4:57AM
pnut166 said...
I to am an animal lover, but come on ppl. How many pounds of flesh must this man give to pay for his crimes? No one is perfect. He screwed up. What he did was horrible. But the man did his time. He now has a right to make a living. He has lost millions of dollars, spent time in prison, faced public humiliation, lost his career, etc. Now he deserves a chance at forgivness and redemption. Give it to him.
8-14-2009 @ 8:10AM
fsuniv said...
Will Philly be playing Cleveland? Is that still the DOG POUND? If so, can Vick be within 100 yards of such an establishment? I figured he would land in Athens and hang with the Bulldogs!
8-14-2009 @ 9:39AM
bradfiegl said...
You can spell Shih Tzu but not Dachshund??? Give Vick a break....he did his time and didn't try and buy his way out. Too bad he'll still be worthless for fantasy football...
8-14-2009 @ 10:10AM
kado said...
I am know a Eagel's Fan Good Luck Mr Vick and to the Eagel's thankyou for having the balls to Pick Mr Vick. To all the Dog people ruff, ruff
8-14-2009 @ 10:12AM
rrscott4 said...
I guess you are perfect and never committed a sin in your entire life. That's why God is the almighty Judge and He is so understanding that He gives us new mercies every morning. Give Vick a chance, I'm sure someone has giving you another chance in life for something. GO VICK!
From a New Fan!
8-14-2009 @ 10:54AM
therealratman said...
I have been an Eagles fan since 1954. This is by far the most misconceived, idiotic, pathetic, incredible debacle that the Eagles brass could have ever dreamed up. Bring back T.O.. At least he's just a jackass, not a thug who tortured and MURDERED dogs for entertainment. How many of those dogs get a 2nd chance???? Let's not forget Vick getting busted for dope and flipping off the fans also. I know there's little chance of him reading this, but I feel I speak for most true Eagles fans when I say "Michael Vick, go to hell!"
8-14-2009 @ 11:07AM
suzebeez said...
He may have done his time but that doesn't mean he should be allowed back into the NFL. Playing in the NFL is NOT a right. It is a priviledge. I am sick to death of all of the people on these boards who don't know the difference.
8-14-2009 @ 12:18PM
rick said...
Run. Fido. Run
8-14-2009 @ 4:58PM
crasusspqr said...
Creative you Jerk ##
8-15-2009 @ 1:55AM
Jason V. said...
LOWERED EXPECTATIONS best describes this country when a scum like Vick is put back in the spotlight as a proud convicted felon parolee. I am 52 years old and I have watched professional sports change from a once wholesome, honorable profession with shining examples of upstanding leadership among the players to now, an endless parade of preening, decadent, thugs in jewelry, setting the lowest possible examples. Younger people have never seen the game played cleanly and the players behaving like adults. I have seen the deterioration get worse over the years. It is not even fun to watch anymore! Vick is like the final insult. How LOW can we go, America? Pro sports has become a crass spectacle of excess and shady characters with only material interests. Michael Vick is a perfect example of America’s LOWERED EXPECTATIONS that keep getting lower every day. How can you people in Philadelphia live with this? Michael Vick has no class when he doesn't even care that he offends so many people by returning after what he has done and all of his lies. It is nauseating. Everything he has been saying from the beginning is only to serve himself. A character flaw like that does not disappear in prison. It's a lifetime trait.
8-16-2009 @ 12:33PM
petlover said...
The Hel....... with him. He does'nt deserve to go on making money and living the high life for the torture and pain he has so many of gods living creatures. He should be put in a pen with the dogs and experience that pain!! I hate him!!!
8-13-2009 @ 8:53PM
tylershadow said...
AS A PHILLY FAN, I'M GOING TO BE SICK!
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8-13-2009 @ 9:01PM
fouritiswritten said...
DOGGONE IS THIS EVER COOL
8-13-2009 @ 10:01PM
agreen59 said...
I have been an Eagle's fan for close to 40 years and this may be my lowest point. I lived through some really bad teams, but this is worse. As a dog owner, I find what Vick's did reprehensible. This is a sad day for the Eagles.