Philly writers weigh in on Vick
Here is what some of the local beat writers, columnists and bloggers are saying about the Eagles’ signing of Michael Vick.
Philadelphia Inquirer:
- Phil Sheridan writes that Vick isnt’ worth the trouble for the Eagles.
- Paul Domowitch says that controversy aside, the Vick signing is a perfect move by the Eagles.
- John Gonzalez is “astounded” by Philly signing Vick.
- Bob Cooney highlights the pros, cons and total shock of the signing.
- Jeff McLane writes that Vick’s role with the Eagles is still unclear.
Philadelphia Daily News:
- Unsurprisingly, animal activists and readers are shocked by the signing.
- The Eagletarian (the PDN’s blog) discusses what kind of impact Vick will have on Donovan McNabb.
Blogs:
- BLEEDING GREEN NATION details who Pro Football Talk made up another story (I say “another” because this certainly isn’t the first time they’ve reported fake news) about how McNabb wasn’t pleased by the signing of Vick, yet as the blog notes, McNabb actually lobbied for the team to sign Vick.
- BLEEDING GREEN NATION also has a live blog dedicated to Vick’s first press conference with the Eagles.
- IGGLES BLOG writes that they’re proud of the Eagles for signing Vick.
- EAGLES PERCH is still in shock over the signing.
Vick should be afforded a second chance to return to his chosen profession. His chosen profession is football player, not NFL football player. He can play elsewhere and earn a living, but should not be allowed to return to the corporation he lied to.
What a joke.
Philly fans will complain all they want but the minute he rips off a 60 yard td run, all will be forgiven.
Professional sports can be a sad comment on where we are as a society. And kids are getting the message they’re sending.
I’ve seen enough soap-box preaching about the Vick signing to make me sick. T-Bone, you say he should not be allowed to return to the corporation he lied to, but isn’t it that corporation’s right to choose whether or not they’ll take him back?
As for the message kids are getting from this, I’d argue that there are several coming from the Vick situation. One of them (as you alluded to) is that people deserve a chance at redemption. Another is that everybody screws up, no matter who you are, how much money you make or whether or not you’re famous. Yes, there’s also the “athletes are pampered” message, but everyone already knows that. It’s up to parents to help their kids separate the useful (and even inspiring) lessons from the cynical ones.
I for one am glad to see Vick get another shot with a franchise like the Eagles. Here’s hoping he takes full advantage of it.
The guy went to prison and had to declare bankruptcy. I was never a fan, but I have no problem at all seeing him get a second chance.