Michael Vick gets reinstated by NFL, Now What?
On Monday, NFL commissioner, Roger Goodell, reinstated former NFL quarterback, Michael Vick, back into the NFL on a conditional basis. After serving 23 months for a dogfighting conviction, Michael Vick will be allowed to play football again. Now that Michael Vick will be able to return to the NFL, now what?
More questions will need to be answered before Vick can start playing football again. Which NFL team will want Michael Vick? The problem will be, who will want to deal with all the possible controversy that will surround Vick when he joins the team?
There are also football factors to consider. What type of football shape is Michael Vick in? And, how long will it take for Vick to get back into game shape? Plus, what role will Vick play? Will he be playing quarterback again, possible wide-receiver or some other position?
There is a lot to consider in deciding to bring Michael Vick in. Only time will tell which NFL team will take that chance. But, is it worth the reward? Stay tuned.
(Sources: ESPN)
T.O. Stands Up for Michael Vick
On Sunday morning, after training camp practice, Buffalo Bills wide-receiver, Terrell Owens, said that the NFL commissioner should let former NFL quarterback, Michael Vick, back into the NFL. Terrell Owens said that Michael Vick had paid his debt and should not be punished any further.
Owens said, “It’s almost like kicking a dead horse in the ground. … The guy’s already suffered so much. And to add a four-game suspension on a two-year prison sentence, that’s ridiculous.”
It seems odd for one controversial NFL player to stand up for another controversial player. But, is Terrell Owens correct when he says that Vick should be allowed to play right away and should not be suspended?
T.O. makes a good point, but the NFL needs to do something. If you are going to set standards for your players and if they violate those conditions, then they should be punished for their actions and not be rewarded. Players need to keep in mind that playing in the NFL is a privilege and not a right.
(Sources: ESPN)
Michael Vick released from Federal Custody, Now What?
On Monday, former NFL quarterback, Michael Vick, had his electronic monitor removed and was released from federal custody. Michael Vick served 23 months for a dogfighting conviction and was then placed on house confinement for 60 days. Although Vick is on probation for three years, Michael Vick is a free man, so now what?
Michael Vick is suspended indefinitely from the NFL. If Michael Vick wants to play in the NFL again, he will need to convince NFL commissioner, Roger Goodell, that he is remorseful and a changed man.
What if the commissioner is not convinced and does not reinstate Michael Vick? What then? But, if the commissioner does allow Michael Vick to return to the NFL, will the he allow Vick to play right away?
A lot of decisions and questions will need to be answered before Michael Vick can even think of playing in the NFL again. The main question is whether or not NFL commissioner Roger Goodell will reinstate Michael Vick. We shall see what the commissioner decides, stayed tuned.
(Sources: ESPN)
Should Michael Vick be Allowed to Play in the NFL Again?
Please vote whether or not you think Michael Vick should be reinstated into the NFL?
Should Michael Vick be allowed to play in the NFL Again?
- Yes (63%, 5 Votes)
- No (37%, 3 Votes)
Total Voters: 8
Loading ...Cromartie Taking Responsibility
Last Sunday, it was reported in the San Diego Union-Tribune that San Diego Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie had seven children in five different states. Last Season, Antonio Cromartie struggled more on the field in comparison to his 2007 season, where he had a record 10 interceptions and made the Pro-Bowl.
Besides being injured with a fracture right hip, Cromartie admitted that he lost focus.
“Last year my head wasn’t in there,” Cromartie said. “I was dealing with my kids and their moms. It had my mind somewhere else.”
What players do in their personal life is their own business, but when it distracts a player on the field, it raise a lot of eyebrows and questions of what’s wrong?
But now, what is more important is that Cromartie realizes that he needs to stay focus and work hard to make a mends for this up and coming season.
Cromartie said, “I’m focused. I’m doing things I’m supposed to be doing – taking that leap to trying to be one of the elite cornerbacks.”
Hopefully, Antonio Cromartie learned his lesson is now ready to play some football. We shall see.
(Sources: San Diego Union-Tribune)
Steve McNair will be missed
On July 4th, former Tennessee Titans and Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Steve McNair was killed as a result of a murder-suicide committed by his 20-year old girlfriend, Sahel Kazemi. Police said that Sahel shot McNair four times before turning the gun on herself. Although Steve McNair was married, Sahel suspected that McNair was seeing another woman. Sahel also had increasing financial issues, which may have been added motivation for the shootings, but most likely remain unknown.
Steve McNair player 13 seasons in the NFL. McNair played 11 years for the Tennessee Titans and played the last two seasons for the Baltimore Ravens before retiring in 2008. McNair shared the NFL MVP award with Peyton Manning in 2003. Steve McNair also lead the Tennessee Titans to their only Super Bowl appearance in 2000.
On Thursday, a memorial was held where McNair’s casket was on display at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Family, friends, former teammates and fans were all there to view McNair’s closed casket and to show their respects. Several former teammates spoke at the memorial, but Titans coach Jeff Fisher said it best, “…I’m going to miss you No. 9.”
Steve McNair will be surely missed. A funeral for Steve McNair will be held on Saturday in Mississippi. McNair leaves behind a wife and four children. Steve McNair was 36. Rest in Peace, Steve McNair.
(Sources: ESPN)