The NFL and Goodell needs to be sent a message, whatever team decides to hire Vick needs to be aware that protesters are coming. Every game should have as many protesters as possible, every practice should have protesters, Goodell's office should have protesters. The NFL wants to ignore what happened, but it should not be ignored. Vick should not get rewarded for what he did, just because he is back on the streets.

Posted by: Jason Sanborn | August 12, 2009 08:10 AM

I had a horrible feeling the NFL would take him back, & I didn't believe for a second he was sorry for what he had done. He was only sorry he was caught. As long as we keep this story alive...eventually he will be seen as the monster he is. Hopefully not at the expense of another animals demise.

Posted by: Charlotte Stanton | August 12, 2009 08:23 AM

What an amazing article. It is up to us to make sure Vick never plays football again and that the suffering of the dogs is NEVER forgotten.

Posted by: NT | August 12, 2009 09:11 AM

Whatever team Michael Vick ends up playing for, even if it's just a farm team (which he richly deserves) wherever he plays, PETA members need to put on a massive protest, both in the parking lot, as near to the entrance and ticket booths as we can get, and inside the stadium with posters such as the protesters are carrying, holding them high!! Get a Lettuce Lady or two out there to attract the cameras and the Jumbotron, and the moment they focus on these lovely ladies, have them hold up those protest signs!!

Posted by: Rev. Meg Schramm | August 12, 2009 10:44 AM

Why can't you all let
M. Vick live his life. He
has admitted his sorrow, served his time and paid your organization lots of money.

He's good enough for you to receive the money but not
good enough to resume his life. I have lost respect for your organization.

Posted by: harvey graham | August 12, 2009 11:05 AM

This man makes me sick to my stomach, and I could not believe when the NFL allowed him to play again. It is sickening that our society would celebrate such an inhumane, cruel, twisted, sociopathic, sick individual. He's a hero, just because he can run after and catch a ball? My, that is quite impressive. Not as appalling however as his behavior was quickly forgotten the moment upon his return. If he really cared, he would devote his spare time and cause to an animal shelter or volunteer on a weekly basis at an animal farm even AFTER his sentence was up.

Posted by: Melissa Beavers | August 12, 2009 12:33 PM

I am absolutely DISGUSTED at this man and that he is being allowed back in the NFL. God forbid this happened to one human, and he'd be the scum of the earth. I sure hope I live to see the day when the punishment of cruelty to animals is equal to the punishment of cruelty to humans.

Posted by: jessica | August 12, 2009 12:49 PM

Well written blog. Personally, I don't think he deserves to go back into the NFL. Shame on the team who is foolish and desperate enough to sign him.

Posted by: Aneliese | August 12, 2009 01:06 PM

Vick is still the same horrid animal abuser as before. He's probably setting up more dog fighting rings at this very moment. A pathetic, abusive individual forever!

Posted by: 4blue20eyes | August 12, 2009 01:08 PM

I, too, hate what M. Vick did, however, he has paid his debt to society. He does deserve a second chance and to earn a living doing what he does best. My problem w/him is as a dog/pet owner, not a football player.

Posted by: Susie | August 12, 2009 01:19 PM

Great, well written article! While several valid points have been raised in the previous comments, the bottom line is that the American public consistently allows athletes to get away with murder - literally. Michael Vick is not sorry about the horrific atrocities he put so many defenseless animals through. He is only "sorry" he screwed up his lucrative contracts and endorsements. I personally am not a football fan, but I have many friends and colleagues who have vowed not to attend or even watch a televised game Michael Vick is involved with...

Posted by: Matt Petrasek | August 12, 2009 01:27 PM

Harvey, Vick's attorneys offered PETA money several times and they made it clear they didn't want and wouldn't take a dime from him. PETA gave him stuff: books, videos, a training course, even fed the man, in the hope that they could spot remorse. They gave up, that's what the post says: why do you just blindly defend some violent man who hasn't shown the world anything other than words? Examine your soul, man!

Posted by: ralpho | August 12, 2009 01:46 PM

Vick is clearly disturbed.He should NEVER be allowed to play again. I find it somewhat amusing that all the(male)Vick supporters can't wait to come on the peta blog and wahhhhhhhhhh Mike should play again blah blah blah.

Posted by: Tasha | August 12, 2009 01:46 PM

Roger Goodell should be fired for allowing Mike Vick to play again and make millions. There are many more guys who deserve the chance to play in the NFL. No one should ever support the NFL again - all they do is allow criminals to make millions while good people all over the world are losing everything because of the economy and don't get back there jobs. For Mike Vick to play again is sickening to the world and to boys who looks up to these heros. Say No to NFL!!!

Posted by: Tracy Faraoni | August 12, 2009 02:14 PM

Race has nothing to do with it. If it was a white football player Peta would be all over that guy as well. It comes down to the treatment of animals period. The problem comes in of if he has learned his lesson/rehabiliated or not. He needs to prove that he understands what he did was wrong, which he will never do since he has done nothing yet to show he has changed. And not just because he lost some money. HE IS NOT BROKE. He was just featered not to long ago on cnn or fox or something when he was on house arrest in front of his home that was right off the ocean. And he can get a job. He already has the construction job, what is wrong with that? Welcome to the real world and the paychecks that the majority of Americans get. If he didn't want to be downgraded and knocked down a peg he should have thought of that BEFORE he started his dog fighting operation. The only thing you are right about is that if he was an average joe his fines/jailtime would not have been what he has since he is a professional(which I think all animal crime punishiment are not severe enough.) But why shouldn't a professinal athlete have a higher standard? Make an example of him, then maybe the average joe will think twice for their own stupidity. And you really need to be corrected on one thing
Vick-convicted and found guilty
Ben R.-innocent until proven guilty
And if he were to be found guilty he should be out of the NFL as well.

Posted by: Alicia | August 12, 2009 02:15 PM

Vick is a thug and a coward and was only sorry he got caught. If he could he would do the same thing again with dogs. He is no role model for children but is a demented violent sociopath.

Posted by: AAG | August 12, 2009 02:21 PM

Hey Peta,

God Bless you and thank you for all you do! and for telling everyone the truth! I believe this man needs help and should get some help from someone to insure he does not do what he has done in the past. I think we should all try and get a law passed so animal laws are tough and so no one gets away with anything!

Posted by: Jennifer | August 12, 2009 03:15 PM

I am sick to my tummy every time I hear his name. Those poor animals. the NFL disappoints me by giving Vick another cahnce. he doesn't deserve it.

Posted by: Kelly McGhee | August 12, 2009 03:37 PM

I am ready to join with other people to protest in South Florida. I am SICK of hearing from people that Vick was innocent. That Vick never did anything wrong. That Vick served his time & this should just be forgotten. I will never forget the evil torture he did to so many innocent dogs, will you? NEVER FORGET! If anyone wants to join me in South Florida when his team comes down to play, please let me know!

Posted by: Charlese | August 12, 2009 03:54 PM

I just want to say that Michael Vick will always be nothing but a LOSER. I think he is actually being rewarded for what he did by the NFL. I am boycotting the NFL too. I thought their players represented good will and morals...obviously not.

Posted by: Sonia | August 12, 2009 04:27 PM

Maybe if he had been made to suffer the same agony, anxiety,humiliation ,confusion & trauma that those dogs went through already then he would have on some level been given a sentence that could count as making him feel remorse, as stands he will do it again.

Posted by: Tracey | August 12, 2009 04:50 PM

harvey..for 1 peta has recieved no money from that sicko. for 2 that disgusting man has in no way paid his debt to society just because he was in prison for a while does not make up for the fact he is one sick disturbed little man and 3 we dont really care if you have lost respect for this organization because you obviously dont take it as serious as us anyway so your no loss really are you. nothing this man can do will make what he out animals through forgotten he has proved what a freak he is and always will be i just hope no animal is unlucky enough to have him as an owner ever again.vick is a pathetic little man.

Posted by: emma | August 12, 2009 05:15 PM

Thinking about that monster makes me want vomit. I don't care if he served his time- he deserves more. He took LIFE away, in violent methods. No one has a right to do that.

I don't even want that thug in jail. I want him at the bottom of the same swimming pool he violently murdered dogs in. He deserves the exact same treatment and death that he executed on those poor animals.

Posted by: Jennifer | August 12, 2009 05:36 PM

I hope we can all make Michael Vick a horrible choice for whatever team signs him on.

Never let people forget what terrible atrocities he committed, and how arrogant he is.

What a jerk.

Posted by: Jenn | August 12, 2009 06:13 PM

How can a person so devoid of compassion feel remorse? He tortured dogs for at least 8 years and apparently never once stopped to comprehend the wrongness of his deeds.

A normal person would be revulsed the very first time they witnessed a dogfight. The fact Vick wasn't demonstrates his inherent evilness.

Greed trumps morality though. He'll be back playing football again.

Posted by: Mike Quinoa | August 12, 2009 06:35 PM

good grief people, the "system" doesn't work. period. just learn to accept it, truth is that michael vick is just a symptom of the problem. there is alot of apathy, greed and corruption underneath. you should give michael vick the benefit of the doubt, maybe he has changed. tough call.

Posted by: vegancoin | August 12, 2009 06:46 PM

Meg needs to get a life...

Posted by: HMN | August 12, 2009 06:51 PM

Micheal Vick will be remembered as a sick and twisted individual. The more time passes the more things will pop up in his life like this...

He thinks he is a gangster! The NFL will always have problems with Micheal Vick.

Posted by: D | August 12, 2009 07:11 PM

I don't understand how he got away with such a short sentence when he was abusing and torturing animals. When people rescue animals from labs, they get so much more time and are called "terrorists". And for everyone saying, "He served his time, let it go," shut up and go make comments on a site that supports him and call us crazy. Do you actually think that when he was in prison he was treated like a prisoner? I'm sure he was treated MUCH better only because of who he is so it's not like he's "suffered" any or "paid his dues".

Posted by: Meme | August 12, 2009 07:18 PM

The name Michael Vick turns my stomach. He is a monster and should be treated as one. Sorry for what he did to those poor innocent dogs? I'm afraid he's not. Served enough jail time? NEVER!!! And sorry Harvey but he should never be able to play football again. I wrote a letter to Goddell who didnt even have the balls to answer me! To all of you who think he has paid his dues you are all crazy! And to Vick may you rot in hell!

Posted by: susan | August 12, 2009 07:38 PM

Wasn't PETA going to use him as a poster child for animal abuse? Was not PETA remorseful for even thinking he would change? Why was he even allowed to own a companion animal? We are going to see this happen again, and this time I hope he gets sent away for life with no hope of parole. He has claims of rehabilitation but the "proof is in the pudding" so they say. Let's talk about recidivism here!!!!!!!

Posted by: jtwaldie | August 12, 2009 07:40 PM

He found someone stupid/greedy enough to sell him a dog??? Don't tell me it was a Petland franchise, right???

Posted by: Kelley | August 12, 2009 07:40 PM

when he is on the field whatever team he is playing against they players should break his back. thats all i have to say.

Posted by: brandi | August 12, 2009 07:47 PM

You have GOT to be kidding! I think Michael Vic is just going through the motions so he can be released. Michael Vic is going to have to do more to prove that he ACTUALLY regrets what he did in his past.

Just take a good look at most football, basketball and baseball "athletes". Most use performance enhancing drugs, beat their girlfriends, wives, children and pets etc, etc, etc.

Posted by: Craig Petersen | August 12, 2009 07:50 PM

it was horrible what he did- but we are a nation of laws and he did serve more time than anyone else would have for any degree of animal cruelty in this country. Laws should be stricter but we still view animals as a disposable in many ways. 2 years, 100 Million dollars- let the man move on- the example was made.

Posted by: Jenni | August 12, 2009 07:52 PM

Yes he served his time, BUT does that mean he should be given another chance to play in the elite teams of the NFL and earn millions of dollars? Do you want your children looking up to him?

The NFL is all about winning and making money and Vick can do that, his past doesn't matter. The NFL "code of conduct" is a joke. Both Jackson and Tony Dungy should be ashamed of themselves.

Vick should rot in jail as far as I am concerned. Why arent people remembering the innocent victims... the dogs.

Posted by: Amanda Fitzgerald | August 12, 2009 08:51 PM

Whatever happened to fired is fired? Remember what his father said. He was doing this as a child back in Newport News, VA. Don't believe his lies of remorse. He is only sorry of his own embarrasment and personal loss. The NFL says it's a privilege to play, well why should he be allowed to play?? Yes, he should be allowed to earn a living but not at something of privileged. How he was raised has nothing to do with what he feels in the pit of his own stomach. It doesn't sicken him to hurt or kill. He is evil and no one can teach or rehabilitate that out of him.

Posted by: suzanne | August 12, 2009 09:48 PM

What Micheal Vick has done to God's beautiful, innocent creates, a gift given to us here on earth is down right dispicable. His behavior is inexcusalbe. I pray for these dogs and all other dogs subjected to this cruelty. UNACCEPTABLE!!!

Posted by: Lisa Dennis | August 12, 2009 09:48 PM

I can't believe anyone would even consider forgiving him! He is gonna have to do a heck of a lot more to prove he regrets what he did!

Posted by: :D | August 12, 2009 10:09 PM

Last I heard, the Baltimore Ravens were thinking about signing him on. I'd happily protest the stadium if they stupidly hired him. Shame on the Ravens for even THINKING about interviewing him. Michael Vick has NOT paid his debt in my eyes. He never can make up for what he's done.

Posted by: Miss Ellen | August 12, 2009 10:48 PM

Lets face it; when the rich go to court with "a dream team" the judge is just as guilty. "He" allowed that "product of satan" to get a whimpy, slap on the hand sentence. "He" took the money in his chambers for that sentence. I hope that the two "things" (not men) choke on their money and lose it all in scandle and payoffs. DOES THAT ARROGANT, UGLY-HEARTLESS, SOULESS CREATURE OF SATAN TAKE CARE OF THE SURVIVORS? THE DOGS THAT SURVIVED THE "THING" ARE AT "DOG TOWN" I BELIEVE ITS LOCATED IN COLORADO. HE SHOULD BE PAYING FOR EVERYTHING THESE DOGS NEED. "EVEN" IF THEIR ADOPTED. "IT' SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR CARE RIGHT DOWN TO THE WARM BLANKET OR KIBBLE THEY'LL PROBABLY HAVE. YOU CAN'T BE TRIED TWICE BECAUSE OF DOUBLE JEPERRDDDY;HOWEVER, IN CASES OF OBVIOUS INJUSTICE THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CAN GET INVOLVED AND PROSECUTE. ANYBODY KNOW WHERE "THEY" ARE?

Posted by: June Marie | August 13, 2009 12:39 AM

I am a huge football fan and I hope the owners of the NFL teams are paying attention the the huge amount of people like myself who will never forgive or endorse michael Vick or any team that supports him in any way. We will never forgot the poor innocent dogs that suffered at that murders hands

Posted by: Johna Jones | August 13, 2009 12:59 AM

Absolutely not! If you ask me, he didn't recieve any punishment at all. He's a loser, and what he did will never be forgiven or forgotten. Atleast, not by me. >:(

Posted by: Gina | August 13, 2009 01:07 AM

How could he be allowed to buy another animal, the bulldog? He should not be allowed to own ANY animal pets for the rest of his life. Isnt that obvious?

Posted by: Annie | August 13, 2009 01:29 AM

the bottom line is this...

If a physician abused his patient: he would lose his license.

If a teacher did something wrongful to a student: she would lose her job.

If a lawyer grossly broke the law: he would be debarred.

Now someone is saying in their head, those dogs don't have anything to do with football and you're right. But, he used the money earned from playing it and the status gained from being known for it, to fuel the fighting. He is a "professional" and as any professional would, should lose that status as part of the punishment.

For those who think he has "served his time", most psychopathic behavior starts with torturing animals. My bet is, we'll hear about M Vick again, but this time he will have tortured a young female fan. We'll see if you feel the same about time served.

Posted by: flowrgoddes | August 13, 2009 09:18 AM

Anyone capable of this treatment to animals is not able to feel that their suffering means anything, I do not think a person like this changes, maybe the law will keep him doing it again but only if he can't get away with it. You either have compassion or don't.

Posted by: P Hench | August 13, 2009 10:44 AM

Notice how all the post are from women. Please boycott the NFL- your not our fan base. No matter what you say or what you do- he will always play football. I do not agree with what he did- I have dogs myself but he deserves a second chance.
Fool me once- shame on you
Fool me twice- shame on me

Posted by: wave | August 13, 2009 11:39 AM

HMN meg HAS got a life and its a lot more of a compationate one than you have, all of us on here are saying and doing the right things for those who carnt help themselves ie animals. i think shes right i think we should boycott and protest vicks games hes a low life who deserves nothing less. without people like meg and many others on here also peta those poor animals would still suffer. so before u tell someone to get a life think about what they actually stand for. And jenni dont make me laugh 'let the man move on'.. the man doesnt deserve to move on, he didnt steal a penny sweet from a shop or set fire to a dustbin he MURDERED countless innocent dogs and he'll continue to do so, no dog deserved what he did to them and he did it when they would'nt or could'nt fight each other. would u really say that if he stole your family dog and then killed it? doubtfull. All i can say to you lot who say leave him be and he's paid his dues is why are you on here? this is a site for kind compationate caring people who love animals and hate animal cruelty of any form so if you can read the horror storys one day and forgive the next you are on the wrong site im afraid.

Posted by: emma | August 13, 2009 11:42 AM

Once a criminal always a criminal.
Do the dogs he killed have a second chance at life like Vic is getting?

Posted by: Elleng | August 13, 2009 12:24 PM

I can't stand Michael Vick and even hearing his name makes me sick. I can't forgive him for what torture he put those dogs throught.

Posted by: Rocco Sirico | August 13, 2009 01:02 PM

@wave
Are you a man or a women?
If you are a male are you saying that men are not outraged just because some of the replies on this site are from women? And what is wrong with women posting on this subject or does it go against your manhood.

The men I know think Vic shouldn't have a second chance. What about the decent unemployed people out there that don't slam, drown, rape or throw animals to the ground where is there chance at a job???

Posted by: Elleng | August 13, 2009 01:06 PM

@ Kelley:
Explain your comment.
From what I gathered your not blamming Vic because someone either gave or sold him a dog.
And that was the dogs fault because??????????

And I assume you are a Petland customer?

Posted by: Elleng | August 13, 2009 01:17 PM

Great idea, ban him from football, the only thing he really knows. Take away the only thing that will keep him preoccupied.
Let me get this straight, if he was banned, then what would you want him to do? Sit around his house with nothing to do. Football may be the only thing that will keep him from dog fighting. Think about that people.
Most of you on here need to get of your self-righteous high horse and give him the benefit of the doubt. He was obviously raised to think this was okay. If that is the case then how can you blame the man? Everytime a dog attacks a child you automatically blame the violence on owner. "Its not the dogs fault, he was raised to be mean." The dogs in such attacks should never shoulder any responsibility according to you.
But you think Vick is Satan in the flesh.
If he plays, he will never do this again, if he is not allowed to, who knows.

Posted by: Kurt K | August 13, 2009 01:21 PM

@ harvey graham
You honestly feel deep in your gut that Vic is remorseful for what he did?
And you honestly think any amount of money in the world can buy off the lives of these poor dogs? And you honestly think in your gut that he is sorry for what he did and his speaking out isn't part of his probation and the fact that he wants back in to the NFL?

Posted by: Elleng | August 13, 2009 01:23 PM

Michael Vick is a sick, twisted sociopath who has learned nothing during his very SHORT - considering his horrible crimes - incarceration except to be more careful next time! He is like a lot of the other pro athletes who have committed crimes (including murder): He feels ENTITLED to do whatever he wants!! Our society is very sick, too, if it allows Michael Vick to be anything other than the LOSER he is - get him a job cleaning up poop somewhere!!

Posted by: LauraB | August 13, 2009 01:47 PM

It is sickening that people keep throwing out the, "he has served his time" argument.

So if a child molester does their time are you alright with him moving next door to you?

I don't like making comparisons but really aren't we talking about the moral fabric of a person? Aren't we talking about this person being given a second chance at a job that most can only dream of? Doesn't that give us a right to consider the person as a whole?? After all, your kids will be looking up to this person....

Posted by: Tamra | August 13, 2009 03:00 PM

Elleng,
"What about the decent unemployed people out there that don't slam, drown, rape or throw animals to the ground where is there chance at a job???"

Now you are comparing apples to oranges. The decent people you are speaking of were probably laid off. Meaning there jobs aren't available at this time. Not their fault, and I truely feel bad for them.
Vick wasn't laid off, he was suspended from play. He is still a great athlete who can help a team succeed. So his job is still available and he is still valuable.
That doesn't excuse what he did, it was truly aweful and he got what he deserved. However, he was given a sentence and he served it. Whether it was fair or not is not up to him, it is up to the judge. He served his time and is trying to piece back together what is left of his career. If you want to protest anybody, protest the judge that hand down his sentence.

Posted by: Kurt K | August 13, 2009 03:32 PM

Hi, not that this makes a huge difference, but the posts aren't posted with the correct posters names.

Just saying is all.

My post was posted by Annie, lol!

Posted by: flowrgoddes | August 13, 2009 05:51 PM

hold on a min did i just read that correct????..... kurt you say playing football is the only thing that will keep vick preoccupied and therefore it will keep him from fighting and abusing dogs.... is this guy 5 years old???? vick is a fully grown man and it shouldnt take kicking a football around to stop him abusing dogs, what a stupid comment!!! and as for him blaming his past what a load ov crap. theres many people out there who's parent or elder did bad things but they dont go around being cruel to animals, when u GROW UP you realise whats right and wrong so thats no excuse yet again another stupid comment. And as for dogs attacking people then yes 90% of the time it is the owners fault, if u train your dog to bark if anyone knocks on the door or walks past your home then dont be surprised if the dog goes on to attack, i had a great big alsation/rotwieler cross who was 9 1/2 stone. i trained him not to bark at people and he was the softest dog you could meet but put him in the hands of someone eles then maybe he would av been nasty. it is the owners fault if they have a nasty dog end ov.most people have dogs from puppys so its down to training and love how you get a nice or nasty dog,I think YOU should grow up putting silly childlike comments.... 'vick playing football will stop him re offending'.. dont make me laugh.

Posted by: emma | August 13, 2009 06:08 PM

Kurt K, your comment doesnt make any sense. If Vick was sorry for what he did why would he need to play football so he doesn't think of dog fighting? He should be able to do any 9 to 5 job and keep straight.He should not be allowed to make millions after what he did. I think you are as goofy as he is!!!

Posted by: susan | August 13, 2009 07:54 PM

shame on the nfl for reinstating him. and lets go to philly to protest! i will be there. It seems that in the US that there are no consequenses for actions any more. Lets show them that there is!

Posted by: Terri A | August 13, 2009 09:12 PM

Wow Kurt K, all I can say is wow. You have left me speechless with your uneducated ridiculous response. "Football is going to keep him from dog fighting"??!! What the hell do you think he was doing when he played football before??!! DOG FIGHTING! Why would playing football magically work now? Take off your rose colored glasses and take a look at the real world!

Posted by: Miranda | August 13, 2009 09:24 PM

Michael vick is back in the NFL

Posted by: Joe | August 13, 2009 09:37 PM

I sent this into the team:

Signing Michael Vick is absolutely the worst decision this club has ever made. Regardless of his talent, this man is a criminal, a thug, and the lowest type of scum out there - he ran a dog fighting ring, a profitable enterprise built on the torturing and killing of defenseless animals. And let's not forget his "Ron Mexico" persona. He's proved TIME AND AGAIN he is of no moral character.

I have never in my life been so disgusted and disappointed by anything out of my control. You have lost a lifelong fan, (and one who has spent thousands on dollars on team merchandise and tickets over the past 30 years) and I sincerely hope that the team NEVER WINS a superbowl as long as Laurie and this management team are involved with it. The management team has sold its soul in the hopes of a superbowl, well they don't deserve it. Whoever made this decision is completely and utterly without morals or good character.

Posted by: Melissa | August 13, 2009 09:37 PM

Michael vick is back in the NFL

Posted by: Bob | August 13, 2009 09:37 PM

It is official. The Philadelphia Eagles have signed him. Philly/Jersey is not happy.

Posted by: Jen | August 13, 2009 09:39 PM

Micheal Vick is a scumbag that is greedy and has no respect for any life human or animal.. I just heard he sign to the phillies for 2 years. When and where are the protest ? I live in Pgh and want to be a big part of the planning and I feel so adamant aout this. Please let me know what I can do to help.

Posted by: Deborah Buggey | August 13, 2009 09:39 PM

And You peta people will not want to protest in Philadelphia.

Posted by: Bob | August 13, 2009 09:40 PM

The Eagles have signed Vick.

Posted by: Mark B | August 13, 2009 09:40 PM

As a lifelong, die-hard, season ticket attendee I am sad and sickened by the signing of Michael Vick. I am a pit bull owner and advocate, as well as a veterinarian. How upsetting that my team that I live and die for every season has finally forsaken me. How difficult it is going to be for me to reconcile my love for my team with my profession. My dedication to the Eagles is a commonly known fact. I don't even know how to answer people when they ask me about signing Michael Vick. I may have to say "Go Giants"!

Posted by: J Morris | August 13, 2009 09:42 PM

i AM AN eAGLES SEASON TICKET HOLDER. i WILL BE AT THE LINC TOMORROW TO PROTEST, PLEASE JOIN ME!!!! MY DAUGHTER IS AT THE GAME TONIGHT WITH MY TICKETS, I WOULD HAVE WALKED OUT IF I WERE THERE.

Posted by: REINA | August 13, 2009 09:42 PM

This is a great article. It is sickening how quickly the American public can forget such cruel acts. Not only have people forgotten, but now they are willing to let him continue his lavish lifestyle. This is ridiculous and disappointing to say the least.

Posted by: Mallory | August 13, 2009 09:46 PM

I just heard the news that Mr. Vick has been signed by the Philadelphia Eagles to a two year contract. I am OUTRAGED by this action on the part of the Eagles. Does PETA have any plans to mobilize a protest against this signing. If so, PLEASE COUNT ME IN!! A Steeler season ticket holder in Pittsburgh.

Posted by: Jim Lydon | August 13, 2009 09:48 PM

I have just learned that Michael Vick has been signed by the Philadelphia Eagles. I am so sick at heart. I had actually believed that no team would pick him up. What he did can never be forgiven. He has NOT paid for his crimes...his crimes were too heinous, and he took the lives of breathing, feeling, beings without an ounce of remorse. And the way he made those poor pups suffer...we don't even know the full extent. He should never have been allowed to play in a sport where members are often looked up to as role models to young people.
I will do whatever I can to send a message to Goodell and the NFL that they made a big mistake by allowing this completely useless piece of shit to play again. I am a long time Washington Redskins fan and love football, but there will be NO FOOTBALL watched in my house this season. I will join any protests at all games that I possibly can.
This is very, very upsetting to me.
I urge everyone to do whatever you can to send a message to Goodell and the Philadelphia Eagles management that this is NOT acceptable.
My condolences to Philadelphia Eagles fans. I know this is upsetting to many of you.

Posted by: Debbie | August 13, 2009 09:49 PM

As a long time Steelers fan I am thankful that they didn't sign Vick. On the downside I have given up on football. I am completely outraged that the NFL would allow such an in compassionated waste back into the game. Definite protest outside the first Eagles home game that would hurt them the most.

Posted by: Daryl | August 13, 2009 09:53 PM

I am very disappointed in the NFL, but more disappointed in the Philadelphia
eagles for picking him up. I would love to be part of the protest in Philly just let me know. Serial killers start out like this, first they harm animals and then they move on.He is the BoogieMan and he neesd to be stopped

Posted by: Jackie Figueroa | August 13, 2009 09:54 PM

Just start organising the boycotts and pickets.

If that team comes to Seattle they will be met with great opposition - and I don't mean the just Seahawks.

Anywho. I still get the feeling Vick will be busted for this or that before the end of the year. He's a worthless, POS, sadistic thug.

Posted by: Barbara | August 13, 2009 09:57 PM

Protest during the preseason b/c at regular season Eagles games any such protests will get ugly when the drunks show up.

Posted by: Jim | August 13, 2009 09:57 PM

You wanna know whay this man wouldn't have suddenly learnt his lesson and why he could never feel real remorse for his vile actions? BECAUSE HE IS A PSYCHOPATH and psycopaths only feel sorry because they get caught. Anyone who has committed such evil acts of purposeful cruelty should never, ever be given a place in sport etc. if it had been children he'd done these unspeakable things to, the world would be screaming 'serial killer,' 'sadistic psychopath!' amongst other appropriate names but because these were animals, dogs, oh.... he deserves another chance etc etc etc. RUBBISH. this man may have served his time but some things can never be forgiven and sick and horrific crimes like these make him the very worst of our human race. The fact that we can allow people like this fame and fortune makes me want to drop off the earth and never come back. The world is a sick place. The world will never, ever forget what this 'man' did to these poor, intelligent, beautiful creatures and we need to set an example for future psychopaths who get their kicks from this kind of hateful, dispicable and evil acts.

Posted by: Joanne Anand | August 13, 2009 09:57 PM

WeI need a list of the Sponsors of the Philadelphia Eagles so that we can send a message to the world that killing and fighting dogs will not be tolerated.

Posted by: Jose | August 13, 2009 09:58 PM

Protesters will have a rude awakening in Philly. You guys should be worried about showing up on game day protesting the Eagles.

Posted by: sean falese | August 13, 2009 09:59 PM

PHILLY DOG OWNERS BEWARE...VICK THE DOG KILLER IS COMING TO TOWN. Lets protest and write to advertiser of the Eagles.

Posted by: james werner | August 13, 2009 09:59 PM

I'm in philly and its a total disgrace with this vick thing. I have friends daughters that are crying over this. I can't watch a game with him. Its digusting and for goddell to reinstate him is a total sin. I

Posted by: kathleen | August 13, 2009 09:59 PM

Time to ban together and boycott the advertisers and the Philadelphia Eagles. I live here and i will never watch or go to another game.

Posted by: Annie B | August 13, 2009 10:00 PM

From online artice

Source: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090813/ap_on_sp_fo_ne/fbo_vick60_minutes

Vick expresses remorse in '60 Minutes' interview

NEW YORK – Michael Vick says he accepts blame for not stopping an illegal dogfighting ring that he bankrolled. He spoke in an interview with "60 Minutes" set to air Sunday.

Vick tells CBS Sports anchor James Brown that he feels "some tremendous hurt behind what happened." He adds that "I should have took the initiative to stop it all ... I didn't — I didn't step up. I wasn't leader."

Brown asks the former Falcons quarterback if he was more concerned about his playing career or the dogs he hurt, and Vick replies, "Football don't even matter."

Vick also discusses his time in prison and admits he cried at night in his cell.

Few teams have expressed any interest in signing Vick. The Buffalo Bills reiterated Thursday they are not interested in him.

Posted by: Craig R. | August 13, 2009 10:04 PM

Shame on the NFL and especially the Eagles. I would ask of everyone how many of us, honestly, would be able to keep a great job that we loved so much after committing such a crime??? This man does NOT deserve a second chance at earning millions. It is a priviledge that must be earned both on and off the field as the players are under much scrutiny by both fans and communities across the country. What he did is unacceptable. I don't believe he is remorseful, but I do hope that one day he will remember what he did and it tugs at his dark heart in vivid details. I am not judging this man, but I am expressing my opinion of him needing to have consequences for his actions above a light sentence awarded to him by megabucks.

Posted by: AweBree60 | August 13, 2009 10:04 PM

Hell no he's not a changed man... did you see this latest article about him crying in his cell...Of course he CRIED (its going to air this Sunday on 60 Minutes)... he lost a multi million dollar contract/endorsements!!!! NO SH*T he cried!!!! Do you think he was crying over some DOGS... HELL NO!

Vick knew what he was doing, but he did it anyways... all for a lousy few bucks, that's pocket change to him.

What kind of message is this sending to people? Just serve your time and get right back in the NFL? Ok.. he did his time, but he does NOT deserve to come back in the NFL... The NFL is not a RIGHT, its a privilege!!! Commissioner Roger "no balls" Goodell is just a PU$$Y and has no heart!

What sort of "man" fights domesticated dogs? Pull the teeth out of a female dog so she can't fight back while she's getting raped by other dogs, electrocutes and drowns dogs because it didn't win/preform for that person... and we let that person back in the NFL... NICE!

The Eagles play the Niners on 12/20, please ANYONE send me information if you are protesting at the game, I would love to find a "I HATE VICK THE DOG KILLER" shirt as well.

Send me any information at dogsroc1@yahoo.com

He's not a changed man, NO WAY... NO HOW!

You can take the man out of the hood, you can't take the HOOD out of the man!

And that's how I feel!

Posted by: Rachel | August 13, 2009 10:05 PM

Mr. Vick has paid his dues!!!!!!!!! SHUT UP!!!!!!!!!! We have bigger problems in this world!!! THAN STUPID ANIMAILS!!!!!!!

Posted by: tanya | August 13, 2009 10:06 PM

Give me a break! What does this say to kids, "go commit crimes against animals, and it's ok, because you will just get a nice fat paycheck whith a slap on the wrist when it's all done"? Shame on yhou Eagles!!!

Posted by: Steven | August 13, 2009 10:09 PM

I just called the office of the Philadelphia Eagles (now the "dog Killers") and let them know my opinion of them signing Michael Vick.

Here is the number to save everyone the trouble: 215-463-2500

enjoy

Posted by: Mike | August 13, 2009 10:09 PM

Vick was just signed to the philadelphia eagles. As a fan, I believe it is important to send a message that this sort of behavior will not be tolerated. I am dumbstruck that andy reid would have signed him.

Posted by: Jamie | August 13, 2009 10:09 PM

I just called the office of the Philadelphia Eagles (now the "dog Killers") and let them know my opinion of them signing Michael Vick.

Here is the number to save everyone the trouble: 215-463-2500

enjoy

Posted by: Mike | August 13, 2009 10:10 PM

This is just sick.

Posted by: Worthy Jackson | August 13, 2009 10:10 PM

I guess we should allow Tanya Harding back into skating, Pete Rose into the Hall Of Fame, and Janet Jackson should perform at the next half time show... The NFL is promoting the wrong message, regardless if you like football or not, regardless if you're a Vick fan or not, or even if you care about animal rights... The basic most common thread we have as a society is respect, pride, and honor - our value system should not be built on greed, there are enough 'good' players who deserve far more than Vick, the ones that didn't break any rules...

Posted by: simjonmons | August 13, 2009 10:11 PM

Vick is in...I am out. The NFL will not pay him with one penny coming from me. I will no longer support the NFL!!! We have to speak for the animals because we are the only voice they have. It seems that the only thing to get the attention of the NFL is money. Let the NFL hear you loud and clear...don't give them a dime.

Posted by: Darlene | August 13, 2009 10:13 PM

I urge everyone here to go on to the philadelphia eagles website and look for the section "Corporate Partners". Immediately begin emailing all companies on the list to remind them that they are now helping to support animal cruelty.

Posted by: AgainstCruelty | August 13, 2009 10:14 PM

I WAS a serious football fan until now...but neither the NFL, their sponsors, nor Vick is getting a penny out of me or my family...EVER again. I will volunteer at animal shelters on Sundays instead. I just can not believe the NFL is stooping this LOW...all because of the $$$. Well, they have lost our support and I will make sure to spread the message.

Posted by: Mayra | August 13, 2009 10:14 PM

I just sent a letter through their website.

Tanya, suck it.

Posted by: Tamra | August 13, 2009 10:14 PM

I am disgusted that The Eagles have given a contract to Michael Vick. I am sad to call myself a Philadelphian on this day. Quite frankly, they have disgraced us all. How can they look themselves in the mirror this day let alone go home to their pets.

Posted by: mk | August 13, 2009 10:14 PM

I’ve been a loyal fan of the NFL for years, but as of today I will no longer watch NFL games, attend NFL games, or buy NFL merchandise. I have children and I won’t support a league that sets such a horrible example by reinstating an unrepentant, cruel animal abuser.

Hey, wait a minute…isn’t the NFL a monopoly? Maybe we should contact our representatives and senators to investigate whether or not the NFL is indeed a trust (aka an illegal monopoly) and take legal action against them as necessary.

Posted by: Skip Coogan | August 13, 2009 10:15 PM

I will never be able to watch an NFL game without thinking of the horrible things this "ignorant" has done to poor defenseless dogs. Thank the NFL and the Eagles for that. You just ruined a national sport that so many follow. Let's all boycott every sponsor the eagles have have.
One last thing, the eagles mascot should watch his back. Vick probably will go after him next.

Posted by: L.hip | August 13, 2009 10:16 PM

This is just outrageous. I keep reading about how Vicks "did his time". I find that hilarious! Has anyone actually SEEN a federal prison?!?! FEDERAL PRISONS ARE BASICALLY A LUXURY! Federal prisoners are free to roam about the prison (unless on lock-down) and they are treated to such privileges as cable tv, movie nights, lavish meals, fully equipped gyms, laundry facilities, etc. The prisoners have more rights that you would believe! They have access to free schooling, free medical, and free legal services. Sure, their freedom from the outside world is taken, but federal prisons are living wayyyy better than many people would think. Its almost SICKENING how well off they live - and at the tax payers expense. How do I KNOW this?? Because I am a corrections officer at a FEDERAL jail. Basically, this murderer got to lounge for 2 years and thats supposed to have somehow validated murdering serveral helpless animals?

Posted by: John Doe | August 13, 2009 10:16 PM

Help!!! Vick has been signed to the Eagles, my hometown! We don't want him here just as much as everyone else. Their will be a protest. In my eyes he hasn't paid his debt yet and probably never will. This is definetely bad business for the NFL and the Philadelphia Eagles....they need to open their eyes! We don't want a DOG KILLER in our stadiums, on our streets, or in our city!!

Posted by: kristin | August 13, 2009 10:16 PM

Michael Vick has served his time.

What bothers me is that none of us are perfect. What he did was despicable but what if everyone who’s posting on this board had the curtain pulled away from them? What would we find behind that curtain? Would we find child molesters, domestic abusers, what?

Vick’s misdeeds are revealed for all of us to see but remember, thou who cast the first stone. We all have skeletons in our closet but perhaps only each person knows about those skeletons.

There is more hatred for Vick than Bernie Madoff who ruined generations of lives. Furthermore, the hatred toward Vick is mostly related to his potential to earn a living in a very high tax bracket. If he worked in a warehouse earning $12.50 per hour, no one would say anything.

Vick has paid a huge price, let him be.

Posted by: Code | August 13, 2009 10:17 PM

This is upsetting. I just sent an e-mail. This guy does not deserve a second chance. One million dollars for the first year, are you kidding me??!!

Posted by: Tamra | August 13, 2009 10:17 PM

Please let the Philadelphia Eagles front office know how you feel. As a Eagles season ticket holder I am disgusted by the signing.
215-463-2500 (phone)
215-339-5464 (fax)

Posted by: Dean | August 13, 2009 10:20 PM

I am horrified by NFL's action, seems like all they care about is having a player who can help them win. What about ethics, what about moral principles. Shame on you NFL !

Posted by: Nousheen Fazal | August 13, 2009 10:20 PM

It's obviosuly a certainty that PETA and other organizations are going to protest.
Keep in mind this has been touched on in a couple posts, that the fans of Philadelphia are very passionate about their team. Does that make it OK having Vick on the team? No, of course not.
Im just saying, Philly fans are notorious for backing their players. Loyalty is a funny behavior. TO is on their team, they love him and back him, he's not on the team, they hate his guts(not every fan, but most).
Whether people want to accept/believe it or not, many philly fans will back Vick because he's an Eagle.
So just keep in mind those who decide to justifyingly protest the games....be ready.
Be ready for intoxicated folks, plain mean spirited people (Anti PETA) and folks in general who won't care. ALL of those ppl mentioned together have one thing in common, theyre in LOVE with their team. Point being, some of you are gonna yell at them too when they drive by to park and to pick up their tickets. Some of you will call fans animal killers.
So...be ready for the return serve, cause I think its gonna get a little bloody before its all said and done. Sad...unfortunate, but probable. Keep up the good fight.

Posted by: Alex | August 13, 2009 10:24 PM

With the signing Michael Vick, the Eagles have lost my support. I will not watch another Eagle game or buy a shred of Eagle merchandise.

Shame on you Philadelphia. You lost a fan, for life. Even if you get rid of Vick I will still never ever support the Eagles.

Bad Bad Bad Move

Supporting a convicted criminal cost not only the Eagles, but cost Philadelphia my respect as well.

Posted by: Steve Sanders | August 13, 2009 10:25 PM

Code, someone made a really good point up above.....

If it were a teacher, they would lose their job. Physician, lawyer, etc. Think about it.

We are talking about the moral fabric of a person. He kept doing something over and over and over again. It wasn't a one-time incident.

OVER A MILLION DOLLARS?! Is that the price he has paid that you are referring to??!

Posted by: Tamra | August 13, 2009 10:26 PM

Alrighty! Well next up, we should start letting "reformed" child molesters become elementary school teachers and daycare providers! They served their time after all... right? That means they are suddenly "cured" of their pedophile ways and can go back to being around children because they did their time after all ... RIGHT?

I say we need to organize a boycott. Lets boycott the Eagles and lets boycott each and every sponsor who is stupid enough to endorse Vick. Where do we start?

Posted by: Furious In Michigan | August 13, 2009 10:27 PM

I have insight into Vick's behavior all through his arrest, imprisonment, and release. I can't say how I know, but remorse was not the word used to describe his behavior. We had season tickets when he was at VA Tech, but now I feel sick just looking at him. Even Tony Dungy can't fix a psychopathic personality. That personality type is always the con artist. I can't imagine how disgusted my nephew, a big Eagles fan, must feel tonight. I am certain that he is one young fan who will no longer tune in to the Eagles games.

Posted by: Cookie | August 13, 2009 10:27 PM

What amazes me is PETA is how so many on this blog are perfect. How do you know if Vick isn't remorseful? When you've lied, if you have again you bloggers ARE perfect, on your job have you been remorseful. Are you happy you haven't gotten caught? Bottom line is, Vick doesn't have to prove anything to us. He doesn't have to answer to us. He answers to GOD and NO, none of you qualify for the position. I have 2 Rottweilers named Chosen and Appointed. I love my dogs, but I am NOT God.

Posted by: Seth Nix | August 13, 2009 10:32 PM

Hi Steve:

You make a good point in regards to those professions.

However, it’s been estimated that Vick lost over $100 million dollars. Now I realize that was his own undoing but that is a steep fall.

That was the huge price (in addition to the nearly two year incarceration) I was referring to.

Posted by: Code | August 13, 2009 10:34 PM

I am a dog owner who loves and treats his dog like part of our family. It gets me angry to hear about people who mistreat animals. However, with this said, Michael Vick has served his time in prison. His legal obligations have been fulfilled besides the parole. I won't say that he deserves another chance in the NFL, but he has been given another chance. I think that people should get off of his back and allow him to utilize this chance to turn his life around and make a living. I think that these planned protests are taking it too far. Let him be.

Posted by: Mike | August 13, 2009 10:38 PM

For Eagles Fans: If Vick drives the Eagles to the Super Bowl? Still a fan? You forgot about the talent. Many NFL fans are fine with him being back in the league, exspecially Madden fans. He served his time, and appologized for his cruel actions.

Posted by: Craig | August 13, 2009 10:40 PM

Let's give the man time to show he is a changed man. He has only been free for a month, hardly any time for him to illustrate his reform. It's going to take time, but maybe he has changed. There's a reason we don't give the death penalty to every person who commits a crime, and it's because we as a society give people an opportunity to change, and people do. I think by continuing to hold on to your hatred and not giving Michael Vick a chance to redeem his life and give him a chance to become an employed man, you and PETA are sending an equally bad message that no person deserves a second chance after wrongdoing, and that's not how the world should work.

Posted by: David Montgomery | August 13, 2009 10:42 PM

I am raising a 3 year old son and a 9 mth old daughter. I would like to think that my child will be given a second chance no matter what bad decision he makes. People make mistake. The man has did his time so what if he plays and make millions. when Dany Heatley drove wrecklessly and killed a teammate I didn't see anyone with signs calling him a killer!!! He didn't get ANY jail time and was playing with another team in Canada the next year!!! Get over it!

Posted by: macsgirl | August 13, 2009 10:43 PM

This is funny i admit what he did was wrong. He served his time paid his dues. was once the highest paid player in the nfl. it's all gone, he deserves a chance to earn a living. I don't see you in such a uproar about Dante Stallworth.. Vick was inhumane to dogs served 2 years in the federal prison system. Dante Stallworth killed a HUMAN BEING and severed 23 days in county jail. Pick your fights some one lost a dog, But a family lost A Husband, a Father and a Grandfather and a Brother, but we still crying about mike Vick

Posted by: Will | August 13, 2009 10:44 PM

I find it very bothersome that my fellow animal lovers do not believe that people deserve a second chance in life. I own 4 dogs and I love them with all my heart, however, I have made mistakes in my life and wonder where I would be today if someone hadn't given me a second chance. I would hope that instead of spending time protesting at games, you would make better use of your time giving back to your community.

Posted by: Tiffany | August 13, 2009 10:45 PM

I wish Vick great success moving forward as a young man and, most importantly, human being. I heard PETA's representative on the Warren Ballentyne Show state that PETA would not protest Vick's return to the NFL. Be honorable and stick to that. He is doing good work with the Humane Society as well. Let him be. The best message to young people will be for him to rebuild his life and be a great asset.

Posted by: mk10 | August 13, 2009 10:46 PM

The way to get to the Philadelphia Eagles is to go after their sponsors.
Money talks louder than words.

Posted by: Jose | August 13, 2009 10:48 PM

I love animals...I feel bad when I see animals get hit by cars. But most of these so called examples of...If a teacher did this or a Cop did that.....Animals are Animals...Humans are Humans...They are not the same...What Vick did was wrong. But, with the right platform he 'MIGHT" bring light to the subject. Working at Wal Mart somewhere in someplace isn't gonna do anything...working in the NFL might not either but if I wanted to shed light on something...NFL gets more attention than Wal Mart...Let the story play out...You never know!

Posted by: DJ | August 13, 2009 10:50 PM

I think everyone deserve a second chance, no matter what they have done. When I have 1 finger pointed as someone else, 3 fingers are pointing back at me.

Posted by: Todd Caffey | August 13, 2009 10:51 PM

He did the crime, He did the time so now what? Leave him be. If one of your family members committed a crime and was still being persecuted after they "paid their debt to society wouldn't you perceive that as being unfair even hindering on double jeopardy. He is not OJ, give it a rest.

Posted by: Andrew | August 13, 2009 10:54 PM

I am so sick. The Eagles are our home team. I cried when I heard the news. All the people on the news are only talking to people who think he "paid his dues" He has these people fooled into thinking he's changed. I have already email the Eagles and 1 or 2 of their sponsors. These are the people who need to know how we feel (the Eagles sponsors) because that's where the money is and we know its about money. Also, protesing will have animal lovers voices heard.

Posted by: JoAnn Bloom | August 13, 2009 10:56 PM

It figures Filth-a-delphia took him! Let's hope the brutal Philly fans will boo him even more than they booed Santa Claus!

Posted by: Travis | August 13, 2009 11:01 PM

It is apparent that the NFL has become nothing more than a safe haven for complete monsters. I think we should turn Vic loose and unarmed in an arena full of Pitt Bulls that have been subject to his form of abuse. Thats a game I would pay to see!!!!! Shame on the NFL!!!

Posted by: Kyle Fairchild | August 13, 2009 11:02 PM

I WAS a Eagles fan, but now I am a Steelers fan. I cannot support this team now that Michael Vick has signed on.. I will be destroying my jersey

Posted by: Megan | August 13, 2009 11:02 PM

I'm at a loss. Someone wrote, "He's a worthless, POS, sadistic thug". You claim to have "looked in Vick's eyes". You know that deep down in his gut, he isn't remorseful. How could you possibly? You are blinded by self-righteousness, lack of humility, and your all-consuming passion for a cause you love dearly. You are also "users"... just like football fans that are giving Vick a pass, the NFL, ESPN and everyone one else profiting in some manner (viewership, ticket sales, website hits, increased membership, publicity) from this situation. Animals benefit not from this. I have no idea if he is remorseful. And neither do you. I am, however, a Christian and firm believer in the one that DOES know and who will either allow Vick to prosper or wreak havoc on his life for his unrepentance. Are any of you Christians? Where do you worship? What have you read in your Bible that justifies the stance that you are taking on this issue? Have you lived a life beyond reproach?

I am disgusted by Vick's actions. I've also done things in my life that, if exposed, would devastate my marriage, my friendships, legal & finanial standing, and good name. And I'm not alone. As a people, our default should be "benefit of the doubt". Ok, you don't believe Vick but if rehab is not the goal of PETA, why fight so ardently to educate and inform. Seems like you would WANT him to be legit, even if you weren't sure that he was. Seems like someone who sank to his depths... if he could be legitimately reformed, it would be the triumph of all triumphs for PETA.

I'm just confused of your purpose. What is your goal if it isn't to appeal to animal lovers, educate animal indifferents, and reform animal abusers?

Posted by: Michael | August 13, 2009 11:02 PM

To harvey graham "Why can't you all let M. Vick live his life." Mr Graham, Michael Vick has a life to live. What about all the dogs that he killed in cold blood, hung from trees and tied up and drowned. He used those dogs and enjoyed torturing them to an even more painful death. Lets hang YOU or YOUR CHILD from a tree, throw you in a lake, alive, and see if you still feel that we should leave him alone and let him live his life. Why is the life of a dog any less than that of a person or child? The point of all this, is that Michael Vick is sick, what kind of person enjoys that kind of torture especially to an animal? Next time he will be beating his wife or girlfriend and it might be too late for her too.

Posted by: Renee | August 13, 2009 11:03 PM

How was this man even able to purchase a bulldog puppy? Violent animal abusers should be listed as sex offenders are - and not able to have any contact with domesticated animals whatsoever.

Posted by: Mary Deane | August 13, 2009 11:03 PM

I HATE THIS MAN from the bottom of my heart. There was thousands of $$$ spend on saving this dogs...and now he'll be paid MILLIONS to sit on the bench and laugh at us...WHAT A SHAME FOR THIS COUNTRY THIS MAN IS.....Go to hell Mike...that's your right place...

Posted by: Salvador The Labrador | August 13, 2009 11:03 PM

I just heard that the Eagles took him. Not sure if that is true, saw it on msn.com >.> why would a football team take such an awful man!?

Posted by: Catt | August 13, 2009 11:05 PM

RE: Harvey Graham's comment,
A LEOPARD NEVER CHANGES IT'S SPOTS

Posted by: Kerri Burg | August 13, 2009 11:05 PM

peta give the guy a break. Is he not entitled to redemption. He served his time so hop off his jock for christs sake

Posted by: Austin Pereira | August 13, 2009 11:05 PM

Well, the Eagles signed him to a 2-year deal. The Philadelphia fan base has the worst reputation in the country, so Vick will feel right at home. They'll probably have a parade for him.

Posted by: BeelzeBob | August 13, 2009 11:07 PM

how could this person be allowed to go right back to his high life..Pick up right where he left off. He should have to work a regular job at regular pay maybe like most 10.00 a hour. He had everything going for him and chose to abuse it and animals.and please keep him away from shelters. maybe all the dogs he killed and didn't stop from being killed when they get a second chance he can get a second chance.so I guess that will happen when hell freezes over.

Posted by: monica george | August 13, 2009 11:12 PM

The fact is, he served his sentence for the crime he committed. He deserves a second chance. He may not like dogs, but if he respects people's love for dogs, keeps clean, and shows remorse, wether sincere or not(we'll never know), he deserves to have his shot in the NFL.

Posted by: Vick Supporter | August 13, 2009 11:14 PM

As a long time nfl fan I am enraged and disgusted by this reinstatement and signing by the Eagles of Vick. He did not make a mistake..he was invovled with long term animal torture.Roger Goodell should be replaced by someone with morals and scruples.I will never watch another nfl game, ever.

Posted by: Kris Garrison | August 13, 2009 11:16 PM

Yeah, very intelligent post Beelzebob (rolls eyes). If you lived anywhere near Philadelphia you'd know the fans are outraged by this. People were shaking their heads in the stands tonight when word rolled around that he was signed.

Take a few seconds to think before you post something so moronic.

Posted by: Bob | August 13, 2009 11:17 PM

The Eagles are probably proud of signing Vick on, but no one else is proud of them. I'm sick of athletes getting Cart-Blanche when they commit crimes. Kobe Bryant is another one. Are the men and women who watch sports in our country so stupid that they don't care what these jerks have done as long as their team wins? How sad.

Posted by: Susan | August 13, 2009 11:18 PM

Vick just signed 2 year deal with the Eagles. I wish him the best of luck as he attempts to rebuild his career. No matter what you think of him, the guy can play football.

Posted by: Matthew | August 13, 2009 11:18 PM

I'm a lifelong Eagles fan. The team has disgraced themselves. I've packaged everything that I own with an Eagles logo and am sending it all to them along with a photo of my dogs.

Posted by: Tom Evans | August 13, 2009 11:26 PM

I am so upset that this animal killer is being allowed to play football again. I heard that the humane society will be giving their appoval on his playing again tomorrow. I will no long support the humane society and hope that we boycott them and the NFL. If it were me I would still be in jail. Shame on anyone that supports him in any way. This is whats wrong with our society now. God help us if this kind of behavor is okay and acceptable.

Posted by: Cindy | August 13, 2009 11:32 PM

You can tell the Eagles that they are as ugly and as despicable as Michael Vick for recruiting him.

I will not ever watch an Eagle's game again, and I will protest anywhere where they may broadcast their games.

Jaime Garnica
Cleveland, Ohio

Posted by: Jaime Garnica | August 13, 2009 11:37 PM

Friends,

I'm a huge Peta fan and contributor (I actually think that they don't go far enough on many things).

Mike Vick paid his debt to society. He cannot take back the things he has done. Assuming for the purposes of argument that he is sorry, there is very little he can do to change the minds of some of the people on this board (which says very little about them).

He doesn't need to take the tests that Peta wants him to take. He just has to show that he's sorry. Wait for it.

Give him the chance to redeem himself. We believe in the goodness inherent in all creatures; that is why we love animals. Allow him an opportunity to show the goodness inside him. If it isn't there, then pounce.

People err in judgment. He erred greatly. Redemption is a wonderful thing.

Posted by: trey | August 13, 2009 11:40 PM

Okay all you people trying to say that PETA "has a rude awakening" and to be afraid of Philly fans is ridiculous. Philly fans aren't that tough, I live here and I'm ashamed that my own team would sign an animal killer. Will NEVER support the eagles again.

Posted by: Shannon | August 13, 2009 11:47 PM

This man is evil and does not deserve another chance. some people will never change and I would love to see and hear boos everytime he takes the field. which hopefully he never will.

Posted by: Mark | August 13, 2009 11:57 PM

Please go to the Philadelphia Eagles website, Fans, Contact Us and let them know how you feel about Vic being signed. We are sick here. Thank you!

Posted by: Judith | August 13, 2009 11:57 PM

He did his time paid his debt let the man live his life. Only GOD can judge "let him without sin cast the first stone".

Posted by: Melvin Joyner | August 13, 2009 11:59 PM

Dont attend the Eagles games! Dont watch them on TV either. Boycott everything to do with the Philadelphia Eagles. Then maybe they will get the message that they should not have hired Micheal Vick. aka Inhumane animal killer. God Bless all Gods living creatures.

Posted by: Nancy Mahoney | August 14, 2009 12:05 AM

Maybe society is fortunate he is a football play and not a serial killer. Most serial killers abused animals.

Posted by: Barbara | August 14, 2009 12:18 AM

No, Vick is faking how he supposedly changed his ways. After going to prison and loosing his career, I think he now hates dogs more than he did before.

Posted by: Chuck | August 14, 2009 12:19 AM

No, Vick is faking how he supposedly changed his ways. After going to prison and loosing his career, I think he now hates dogs more than he did before.
In the Bhagavad Gita it states the Being existing in Man is the same Being existing is Dogs, Cows and Elephants.
Michael Vick is a murderer.

Posted by: Chuck | August 14, 2009 12:24 AM

I am a Giants fan living in Eagles territory and a PETA member. We must do something. Any team that has the nerve to sign Michael Vick deserves something. Unfortunately, the Philadelphia fans are probably celebrating this nauseating signing. Excuse me, I need to vomit.

Posted by: Adrianne | August 14, 2009 12:34 AM

I was a die hard Eagles fan till I heard the awful announcement that Vick was hired. Disgusting, disgraceful and unacceptable. I will buy no more game tix and merchandise. I have become a Steelers fan now, in honor of my deceased son.

Posted by: Lori Tarnowski | August 14, 2009 12:43 AM

Shame on NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell for letting him come back into the NFL! Second chance my as!!! Dogs didn't have a second chance!
It is real simple people (dog lovers) just BOYCOTT THE NFL!! Its the root of the problem! Hope those poor dogs that didn't make it haunt Vick forever!

Posted by: Barbara | August 14, 2009 12:49 AM

It's now time to organize a national protest--maybe first week of NFL to turn off the NFL & go walk your dog. Also boycott all Eagles' corporate sponsors--go to their website!
WE CAN MAKE AN IMPACT!!!!

Posted by: Bill Jensen | August 14, 2009 12:52 AM

As a writer, I urge everyone not to underestimate the power of a letter. Emails are easy and you can get a lot, but at the push of a button they're gone -- silenced. When millions of letters start showing up on your doorstep, now that's a visible sign that something needs to be addressed. I am readying my letter and putting ink in my printer. I'm going to write the NFL and sponsors. I agree with an earlier poster -- the way to get to the Philadelphia Eagles is through their sponsors. What would be great is if someone has a list of all the sponsors and their mailing addresses. I'm gathering on my own and will post - but if someone already has it available let's get this letter writing campaign started! I for one am happy to donate some stamps to this cause. Besides, the football season hasn't even started and if we don't let the Eagles know this is unacceptable, how can we think we can stop the next team?

Posted by: Mutnmoon | August 14, 2009 12:55 AM

Well, I will finally say I'm ashamed of my town. I will be looking for a new football team now. Andy Reid and the Philadelphia Eagles have disappointed their fans and community..at the least the ones with morals. He should have never been able to play anywhere. How disappointing..2nd chance? Did Vick's dogs get a 2nd chance? Maybe if Vick doesn't perform well, the Eagles can implement the same punishment as Vick's dogs got.

Posted by: Kerry | August 14, 2009 12:59 AM

Don't count on the parade BeelzeBob. Most fans are disgusted by the news infact most are saying they are done with the Eagles. Including myself

Posted by: Ron | August 14, 2009 01:01 AM

To Jose: You are right in the fact that animals and humans are not the same. That is precisely what makes Micheal Vick's actions so grotesque. As animals, they are helpless, defenseless victims neither able to reach out when abused or escape abuse. It is soo sad to see animal abuse because the fact is when animals are being abused, the person they depend on entirely is also the person they fear most. Shame on you Vick for owning animals when you obviously have not a shread of compassion in your body. And shame on you Philadelphia Eagles Association. I dont care how much money Vick is set to make. The fact is, the shear amount of media attention to the NFL, is going to show our children, the future generation, that animal abuse is okay, because their big football "hero" Vick did it. As are all the other crazy antics and illegal forgoings of other NFL stars. Is this honestly what our children should be looking up to?

Posted by: Jess | August 14, 2009 01:01 AM

harvey graham,

i understand the situation you are speaking of. however, i do not believe it is right to let any person regardless of race, social economical class, or gender to be given back something as extravagant as he has, which is playing football. i would be MUCH happier if M. Vick was living a 'normal' life like we are. he should not be rewarded after doing something that i and many people view as cowardly and digusting as he did. personally, what he did is a reflection of his personality and morals.

however, on the other argument, i agree he is a talented person and deserves to have a second chance at his life, not his career in football. i feel that for someone who has such an influence on many people, specifically a younger croud who will once take on this country someday, screwed up ROYALLY.

Posted by: Sara | August 14, 2009 01:20 AM

The Philadelphia Eagles have apparently shut down the ability to comment on the Michael Vick signing. However, you can still leave a message on the team voicemail at 215-463-2500.

Posted by: Adrianne | August 14, 2009 01:22 AM

Vick is a despicable human being and it makes me sick that Philadelphia signed him; I am from Philly BeelzeBob and suggest you go f*** yourself!

Posted by: Keith | August 14, 2009 01:30 AM

Amazing how sleazy is the NFL? Although I have enjoyed football for years this is the last straw, I am done! I mean convicted felon, brutal butchering of dogs without remorse or any shame. The same behavior as Jeffery Daimer! PETA let me know who sponsers the NFL and the Eagles as I will take this list with me where ever I go to shop buy anything. You can bet I will not buy anything ever again related to or supported by the NFL!

Posted by: Steve Nelson | August 14, 2009 01:51 AM

Everyone needs to remember... he is still Mike Vick. Despite his idiotic actions two years ago, don't kid yourselves, you all were dazzled when by him in when he was a young QB with Atlanta. I am not an Eagles fan, but as a Christian, I believe everyone deserves a second chance and I wish him the best during his time in Philadelphia, which as we know, is a tough town and they will demand excellence from Vick this season. I'm curious to see how him and McNabb work together.

Posted by: Richard | August 14, 2009 02:02 AM

I can't express my outrage over all of this any better than it has already been expressed in the posts I have read. Yes, I am a GUY, I LOVE football-always have. This is usually a time of the year I await with eager anticipation. Not this year. Instead of searching my local newspaper for NFL TV listings, I will be writing a letter to the editor urging anyone who considers him or herself a human being to boycott the NFL telecasts. As a member of the Parents' Television Council, I will also be urging PTC to treat NFL sponsors with the same ferocity with which it attacks sponsors of other offensive programming. The NFL has now become offensive programming. As a conservative, I have always considered myself more of a Humane Society guy than a PETA guy, and I eat lots of meat. But the Humane Society has whored its standards for Michael Vick in the same way as the NFL. I live a long way from the nearest NFL venue, but if there's anything I can do in my community to turn the tide against this now-corrupt organization, y'all just let me know.

Posted by: Jim Becker | August 14, 2009 02:37 AM

I agree with the large majority of you folks. Michael Vicks is a cold hearted prick and should not be allowed to play football again. My last dog was truly my best friend. I miss her dearly. However, you folks who think he's the worst of the worst need to put this in perspective. I read recently that a woman cut the head off of her baby and was eating the kids brains. Now, that's one sick person. Of course, she doesn't play football, so she'll disappear into oblivion. If any of you are meat eaters on this blog, realize that this doesn't hold a candle to what goes on in the slaughter houses every single day. This is the PETA website after all, and they don't limit their exposing cruelty to animals to pets only. They have in fact been after Ringling Bros. for years and still the circus has not changed it ways. My hopes would be to throw Michael Vicks back in jail and throw away the key. Here's the reality people will protest for awhile and then it will die down and everybody will still go and support their beloved NFL, including the Eagles, maybe a few will move away. People will do anything, and I mean anything for money, which make me very sad. thank you all for standing up for the animals. Now go donate something and help the cause. Bless you

Posted by: Dave | August 14, 2009 02:44 AM

I was a die hard philly fan until today I dont like peta but do agree on this so just so you know philly lost a fan today a die hard loyal fan

Posted by: billy | August 14, 2009 02:44 AM

As a dog lover and a football fan, PETA protesting Vick will only turn people off that would normally support your cause. Get on with what's happening now, instead of beating a dead horse.

Posted by: Sohan Basi | August 14, 2009 02:52 AM

Sure he's cruel for murdering dogs, but why does that make him unable to play football? He's a sick fuck (like many pro athletes) but he did his time fair and square. Go philly.

Posted by: jj | August 14, 2009 03:10 AM

I think if PETA would take Michael Vick and grab a hold of him as a spokesperson they would do so much more than try to trash his career. I can't imagine a better person to have on your side than someone who has been there, paid the price and ressurrected their career. Embrace Michael Vick and people will embrace PETA and animals.

Posted by: James | August 14, 2009 03:38 AM

I use to be a Fan of Michael Vick.

But I am absolutely disgusted by his treatment of animals. I can no longer support him AT ALL. I'm even more disgusted a team had the nerve to sign him. The NFL has just given the Go for more athletes to build up there resumes with felonies.

I can't believe this and I hope Football fans make a HUGE statement at the games to know this is not OKAY.

Posted by: Pinkgirly | August 14, 2009 03:41 AM

I heard Cleveland wanted Vick, but because of the ban he couldn't play for the dawg pound.

RON MEXICO FOR PRESIDENT 2012!!

Posted by: bob watts | August 14, 2009 03:49 AM

This probably wont get through, but how many people who love dogs have been arrested? Also how many people who love dogs drink alcohol, smoke pot, or do anything else that this article mentioned?

Those activities have nothing to do with dog abuse, its just the writer trying to fuel the fire.

This is America, this is the modern times. We don't give people scarlet letters. Apparently if we did, half of you wouldn't even care, since you guys don't care for humans, only animals.

Yeah, what Vick did is inexcusable, but so is never believing in forgiveness. As long as Vick never does anything to animals again, how can you not forgive him?

Instead you judge him on other things. Not to mention he didn't personally attack any one of your animals.

Posted by: Mike | August 14, 2009 03:55 AM

I live in Philly and I'm an Eagles fan. I saw above someone saying "The Philadelphia fan base has the worst reputation in the country, so Vick will feel right at home".
Check what the Philly fans are saying before making such a statement. I have been listening out local Sports radio here and 90% of the calls are: WE DON'T WANT HIM!
So don't blame the fans.. Focus you anger on the NFL for allowing him to play again and the management of the Eagles!!!
Very Pissed in Philly!

Posted by: Philly Greg | August 14, 2009 04:02 AM

Everyone knows what Vick has done.
Most people are of the fence about him.
Maybe he deserves a second chance. Maybe he will blow it.
Someone said that PETA says they will not protest.

Maybe PETA can, instead of protesting and stirring anger, can use this opprotunity to raise money for Best Friends sanctuary where the dogs ended up.

Posted by: TB | August 14, 2009 04:08 AM

Hey BeelzeBob, why don't you practice what you preach? You are just going to throw a blanket statement like that out about a city and it's fans?! Why don't you go to WIP610.com and listen to the sports radio in Philly and the outrage of the fans, live as it happens. Gee, that sounds like effort. I guess it's easier to make something up instead of checking the facts first. I was at the game tonight and the crowd reaction was pretty much, stunned outrage! Frankly, you and Michael Vick can go get a seedy motel room and... well, I'm sure you can figure out the rest!

Posted by: eglezfan | August 14, 2009 04:10 AM

It figures that the Eagles signed him. They are so desperate to win a Superbowl, that now they even stoop as low as this. Hope they are a proud team. Who are they going to sign up next, the Craig's List killer? Glad I'm a Tampa Bay fan.

Posted by: John | August 14, 2009 04:27 AM

I feel your comments that was viewed on ESPN was wrong. Not only did you give Micheal Vick another low blow but you gave his place of employment one to. Yeah what Micheal Vick was wrong but that was all in the past. And he served with time out of his life for his crime. I look at Micheal Vick as a reformed man. That's what the prison system does for criminals correct. I had higher standards for your organization. I am shocked to see that hateful message against some one who once again returns as a contributing member of society.

Posted by: James Smith | August 14, 2009 04:56 AM

Anyone can spend a couple weeks at the SPCA and say they are changed. Vick needs to repent and ask to be reprimanded to prison for his illegal trade.

Posted by: Reverend Chong | August 14, 2009 05:07 AM

the Eagles Signed the boy Vick(he is not a man).......Vick should be in a mental institution instead of playing football..........

Posted by: spunkymuttnut | August 14, 2009 05:14 AM

i support peta, but grow up. he did his time, and his career is in ruins. what more do you want from him?

Posted by: miraeja | August 14, 2009 05:53 AM

o.k let me just set the record straight here for all the dumb fucks who think this is a human rights organization...THIS IS A SITE FOR ANIMAL WELFARE AND PEOPLE WHO COMMIT ANIMAL CRUELTY ACTS ARE NOT TOLERATED ON HERE.If u people want to support vick and thinks he deserves to play again then go to his fan site and support him all u want but on here us animal lovers thinks hes disgusting and doesnt deserve anything. As for those of you who say 'theres bigger things in the world to worry about' then there are sites that do as much as they can to help people but this is an ANIMAL site for THOSE WHO WANT TO HELP ANIMALS. If saving PEOPLE is your thing then go to those sites but saving ANIMALS is our thing so accept it and move on. hundreds of charitys out there are dedicated to saving people so its not like everyones ONLY interested in animals, we just happen to be on an animal site and thats our thing like it or lump it. Its ignorant people like you that dont help animal suffering and its people like us that try and put it right, so at the end of the day if you dont like what we stand for and how we feel get the hell off our site and go to the 'we love vick' site. yeah we believe everyone deserves a second chance but that man did it over and over again and only stopped when he got caught and he will more than likely do it again,people like that dont deserve any chances.You will NEVER change our minds about this no matter how much you all spit your dummys out. VICK IS A MONSTER END OV.

Posted by: emma | August 14, 2009 05:58 AM

Folks remember Vick paid his debt to society as ordered by the "Law of the Land" - only God can truly judge his works.

I'm not a member of PETA or an animal activist, but I have the highest regard toward animals and truly adore dogs. As most of you were, I was saddened to hear of Vicks involvement in dog fighting. Everyone deserves a second chance at life - I recall reading an article of a family dog causing severe damages to the face of a child, rather than have the dog killed (second chance), the family had the dog retrained to be brought back into the house. We give dogs second chances but not humans?

Posted by: Lloyd | August 14, 2009 06:09 AM

Michael Vick did his time! Leave him alone! Let him earn a living.

Posted by: Tony Wright | August 14, 2009 06:18 AM

He runs for a living, throws balls, and a witch hunt for him ended up with him being made an example of, two years down the drain, he hss paid his debt to society. OJ didnt get a day for killing two people....lets put this into perspective.

Posted by: Bill | August 14, 2009 06:22 AM

While I certainly do not like him, and I know that there is a special place in hell for people like him, I cannot and will not assume that he is not a changed man. As a counselor, I have seen people convicted of even more hideous crimes (and believe me, while dog fighting is bad enough, seeing the bodies of two little girls who's father had beaten and raped them, used his razor to cut them, then dumped them into a tub of hot salt water will make you hate humanity) and I have seen people ask for forgiveness. I have seen the sad happiness that follows a family after they forgive someone who has hurt them, and I have seen the bitter anger that destroys a family when forgiveness is not given.

When I heard the news last night, I was a little bit worried about what would happen. The people in Philly are rough, and they do not like anyone messing with their team. Maybe PETA should try to get him to do some sort of sponsorship or something? After all, I have seen you guys use people who have reformed from something before, which makes more people listen. I'm not saying to think he's the greatest thing since sliced bread, but give this a chance to play out a little. My religion teaches forgiveness, and if a woman can forgive the man who killed her only child, and use her story to help others, then certainly a group like PETA can use Michael Vick to teach others about dog fighting.

Posted by: Kristen | August 14, 2009 06:55 AM

Many of these posts are very disappointing. Our society says that once a man pays his debt to society he is free to earn a living again. Would we be so judgmental if he was a plumber going back to a plumbing job? Vick is an athlete going back to what he did for a living. If you don't support him, exercise your personal right not to watch him, but don't suggest that he doesn't have the right to follow his chosen career.

Some people said he shouldn't be a idol. Fine, then don't make him one in your home. Whoever said athletes were supposed to be idols anyway. I always thought they were just athletes. Idols are people we chose to put on a pedastol.....so choose wisely and teach your children to choose wisely. If you teach them the proper criteria of who should be respected you'll never have to worry about who the model themselves after. Some athletes would pass that test, but not based on their on-the-field performance.

Posted by: Randy McMullin | August 14, 2009 07:19 AM

Bill, Tony, and others need to re-read this article. Vick didn't just own or manage a dogfighting enterprise - he took joy in torturing defenseless animals - there is something broken there - when this behavior is discovered in children we are all on the sociopath alert - now Philly is going to pay him a 1.5 mill and maybe 5 mil next year - plus the tab for the increased security he will need, etc. etc. So sad that a true gentleman - McNab "signed off" instead of sounded off. Let him out but don't bring him back.

Posted by: Lynne | August 14, 2009 08:30 AM

I think Michael Vick has no morals and is a God-less man. God made every living being in his image from a blade of grass to the sky. When a person desecrates the life of another he deserves no justice. He shot animals in the head and built rape stands and removed the jaws of female dogs so they would be raped and could not defend themselves. For the people who think it is no big deal, poor guy he paid his debts, etc.. google the images of the scarred and mutilated dogs and then live with yourself.

Posted by: Fabiola | August 14, 2009 08:37 AM

This is an outrage that an evil person that can abuse animals for 8 years is back in the NFL. Just because a person is a good player doesn't make him a good person. I've already started emailing sponsors to tell them I will no long buy their products. A mistake would be going to one dog fight not have the dog fights at your house, that is out right evilness.

Posted by: Shelby Foulds | August 14, 2009 08:38 AM

The only reason why Vick is sorry is because he got caught. You can't tell me he won't still be treating those dogs the way he did. He is cruel and heartless. The NFL is teaching the younger generation that it is ok to be cruel to animals, "as long as you don't get caught"! Half of his million should go to PETA, Animal Rescue, etc. You also have to look at his upbringing........

Posted by: Darlene | August 14, 2009 08:58 AM

I am so sick of hearing the argument that Vick did his time and deserves a second chance to work at what he is good at. My problem is that the salary the NFL paid him was how he funded his dog fighting ring. How can people say the two are not related? I hope that protesting and outraged letters that the Eagles get will be enough to make them regret their decision.

Posted by: Megan | August 14, 2009 09:04 AM

Nevermind Vick for the moment, I think it says a lot about the Philly Eagles' character that they were so willing to sign a contract with him. Boys, and even young men look up to NFL players as role models... What kind of role model is a man who would torture living beings, especially in the manner in which he did? Furthermore, what kind of franchise would want to hire a "role model" like him? All I have to say is that they lose all my respect.

Posted by: Kitty | August 14, 2009 09:14 AM

I don't usually support PETA and tend to think of them as extremeists. However the level of animal cruelty this man has displayed is disgusting. I have been an Eagles fan my entire life. But now I would like to know, is PETA going to demonstrate in Philadelphia against this decision? Because if so, I'll glady come out wearing my Eagles jersey in opposition to the signing of this horrible man.

Posted by: Erin | August 14, 2009 09:18 AM

This is for Miranda, Susan and Emma,
Three women trying to tell me that I am uneducated about this matter. I will stand by my comments that Vick will not harm another dog while he is playing football.
Vick is on probation right now, he commited a crime, went to prison and now he is free. If he did anything like this again, the NFL would have no choice but ban him for life from playing. That means his "million" dollar contract he has will be void and he will probably go to prison. Now he knows what the consequences are and he will not journey down that road again.
Tony Dungy, the Colts former coach and devoted Christian has been talking and counseling Vick over the course of his sentence. Tony Dungy is an honest man. He has stated that Vick has changed and if Tony says that I have to believe him.
Emma,
You're obviously very educated about football. Michael Vick is a quarterback, he doesn't kick the ball around the field. If you don't know what his position entails, I am guessing you don't know how the NFL opperates. They do have rules and regulations and the players are expected to live up to those rules. IF they mess up, they do pay the price. Vick is walking on thin ice right now, he will become a model player.
You are right, many people who have had bad childhoods and horrible parents do grow up and make great lives for themselves. However dear, the majority don't. Many people don't get the proper support from friends, teachers, grandparents, etc. and many don't shed their adolecent beliefs until they get in trouble.

Posted by: Kurt K | August 14, 2009 09:31 AM

Let them man play. He did the time and now can a second chance.

Posted by: joi | August 14, 2009 09:36 AM

OK - Everybody keeps saying "what is this showing our kids" - Well, if you are any sort of parent then your children would know what is right and wrong and how to choose who to follow as a role model. I FOR SURE DO NOT agree with Vick but that is him as a person and if I allow my children to be shown or led by someone like that then I am just as ignorant.

Posted by: MOM OF TWO | August 14, 2009 09:36 AM

Vick is a POS. So because he served jail time, he is allowed to make millons of dollars again? The average person who leaves jail has to take a job that is much lower than where they once were. If someone was a high ranking accountant, do they get to resume thier position after a crime like this..... Vick, however because he can throw a football is right back where he wants to be. I consider myself to be agnostic, however at times like this I realy wish there was hell. I hope he gets what he deserves.

Posted by: James Schneck | August 14, 2009 09:40 AM

Vick deserves a second chance and is a good person

Posted by: Susan Cosby | August 14, 2009 09:51 AM

So Goodell suspends Dante Stallworth for 1 year including playoffs and Superbowl if applicable with no pay but Michael Vick is only suspended til Week 6 and he still gets paid. Where is the justice in that?

Posted by: Nina Weiland | August 14, 2009 09:52 AM

Although I am a season ticket holder of my former beloved football team, the signing of that prick is absolutely disgusting. If I can help in any way, here is the list of the corporate sponsors for the Philadelphia Eagles:

Lincoln Financial Group
94 WYSP radio
Acme Markets
Budweiser
Miller Lite
Nova Care Rehab
Pepsi
Sovereign Bank
U.S. Airways
Verizon Wireless
7-11
AAA
AFLAC
Best Buy
CJ's Tires
Chrysler
Comcast
Comcast SportsNet
Dietz and Watson
Dunkin Donuts
Gatorade
Geico
Heineken
Idearc Media
Independence Blue Cross
Jeep
Taco Bell/KFC
MasterCard
Motorola
Papa John's Pizza
Pepcid
The Original Philadelphia Cheesesteak Company
Pennsylvania Lottery
Philadelphia Inquirrer and Philadelphia Daily News
American Red Cross
ReMax
Rite Aid Pharmacy
Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget (SCA)
Snapple
Splenda
Tastykake
TEVA Speciality Pharmaceuticals
Jefferson University Hospitals
Ticketmaster Ticket Exchange
Waste Management

Good luck in your efforts.

Posted by: Doug | August 14, 2009 09:57 AM

I don't believe that Michael Vick is sorry. He's only sorry that he got caught and lost all his money. What he did was abuse helpess animals for a number of years. Who will ever know the full extent of what he did. We only know what he got caught doing. He is a horrible human being and he does not deserve a second chance. He deserves to be poor and in jail.

Posted by: Stacey O'Neale | August 14, 2009 10:03 AM

Help! I'm looking for a Philadelphia area protest today to protest the Eagles and Michael Vick.

Posted by: Jay | August 14, 2009 10:04 AM

I understood Mr. Vick was not supposed to have any animals, maybe I was wrong but, someone needs to watch out for the bulldog he bought. I knew that the NFL would take him back, they don't care about the animals either. It's all about game and the big M money.

Posted by: Doreen Lowery | August 14, 2009 10:04 AM

Michael Vick is a sick Monster
and certainly not a role model
for anyone. He should feel the pain those poor innocent dogs felt never mind live a life of luxury. If it was up to me he would still be locked up in a jail cell.

Posted by: Linda Parella | August 14, 2009 10:09 AM

They were only dogs, not humans.

Posted by: Philly | August 14, 2009 10:11 AM

I really think Vick deserves this second chance in Philly... He did his time and lost millions of dollars... he should be alowed to do his job again...

Posted by: sarah beagley | August 14, 2009 10:11 AM

I don't agree with anyone who says Vick paid his debt to society.

When you knowingly and willingly kill and torture animals, that is not a mistake. You make a conscience decision to do it, he ENJOYED doing it.

No amount of prison time can fix what is wrong with Vick and he certainly does not deserve a second chance. He should be cleaning dog kennels the rest of his life, that would be proper punishment.

Posted by: Melanie H | August 14, 2009 10:32 AM

Everyone deserves a second chance. And yes, if he is sorry and redeems himself, then I would want my kids looking up to him. They would be able to see that we, as humans, aren't always perfect, but we CAN learn from our mistakes. All of that assumes he has learned from his mistakes. But no one can prove that if he doesn't get a chance to show it. So I welcome him back in the NFL, hopefully as a changed man. He's paid his debt to society, now he gets his chance to show that he learned something.

Posted by: Shadeymonk | August 14, 2009 10:43 AM

I think everybody who wants to give this waste of space Michael Vick a second chance because he's "served his debt" should have him over to their house to babysit, or better yet, insist that your local school board hire him to work with their children.

Posted by: Rachel | August 14, 2009 10:51 AM

Let he who is without sin cast the first stone

Posted by: Judge and Jury | August 14, 2009 11:02 AM

@ Philly
That's what serial killers say too!

Posted by: diogy | August 14, 2009 11:12 AM

kurt you are quite right i am educated in football(not), im from the u.k where football is different to american football so yes i dont know much about american football i admit, however i am very educated in whats right and wrong because im over the age of 5!!! the fact i am not a sports writer and i dont know the concept of the american game has nothing whatsoever to do with the fact this guy is a complete twat and does'nt deserve his place in sports, whether or not he kicks a ball or throws a ball has nothing to do with this disscusion, so trying to point out a ridiculous error on my part just goes to show your clutching at straws. and for your information 'dear' just because of his upbringing doesnt make the guy completely stupid and unaware of his actions, he did it because he got off on it and he's prob taught the same cruel sport to his children and the fact you and many others on here are supporting him is frightfully disturbing considering exactly what he did to the dogs. do you honestly think he went straight out and bought a bulldog pup out of love? yeah right, but hold on you are telling us to wait untill he tortures that one before we write him off for good, yeah we'll just wait and see what pain yet another dog gets put through first shall we??? how can you say you definately know he wont do it again? what are you..his alter ego??. our david beckham is getting slated for playing for italy and missing some games on his return but this convicted dog killer and torturer is being welcomed with open arms and forgiven. get your priorities right people.

Posted by: emma | August 14, 2009 11:29 AM

Maybe those of you who support Vick are as inhuman as he is.

Any form of life is precious, Vick's behavior and lack of remorse is so very evident. People like him are sociopaths, can't you see through him?

Posted by: Melanie H | August 14, 2009 11:45 AM

Ok, you want to give him a second chance? Then give him a second chance.....

just not a second chance where he is paid 1.6 million dollars for one year playing a sport that most can only dream of.

Posted by: Tamra | August 14, 2009 11:47 AM

Honestly everyone he's done two years in prison, served the consequences of his actions.

And coming from Newport Virginia, Michael Vick was not the only one, why don't all you guys protesting Vick visit some of these cities? dog fighting still exists at a nightly basis, all around.

What Vick did was horrible, disgusting, but no one mentions how everyone he grew up with and the community he grew up with accepted dog fighting, instead of blaming the man why not the environment he was raised in?

Vick paid his dues, made his mistakes, and im GLAD eagles gave him a 2nd chance, life is all about 2nd chances.

Posted by: akarki | August 14, 2009 11:49 AM

philly...when some demented animal killer then goes on to kill humans (which they more often than not do) u wanna hope your not the victim. but then again if you were its o.k cause then we can say 'never mind cause philly was only a moron'

Posted by: emma | August 14, 2009 12:02 PM

"So, Vick can no longer just blame a lack of parental guidance or bad influences in his youth..."

None of you get it. You will never understand what it's like to grow up where you see drugs and violence everyday. And then you wonder why people fight dogs. You see much worse in the hood. You get used to it and desensitized to it. It don't have nothing to do with empathy. The root cause is in these poor areas where violence is. You wanna stop dog fighting? Then go help the people clean up their neighborhoods and end the violence instead of trying to persecute one man to make a point.

Posted by: D-Brown | August 14, 2009 12:03 PM

Please let me know how I can join PETA and what I can do to protest the decision by the Eagles to sign Vick on to their team. I've posted comments on several websites about this irresponsible decision and want to help in any way I can to help people understand what a bad decision this was. Shame on the Eagles organization!

Posted by: Merry Jo Edwards | August 14, 2009 12:04 PM

Emma,
The fact that you are from the U.K. further hinders your arguement on this. This means you know even less about the US. I stated that what Vick did was terrible and he deserved what he got. He was convicted by a jury of his peers and senteced by a judge. He did what the law required of him. According to our laws, he is all sqaure. He is not a teacher, or a poice officer, he has never worked as an accountant. He is a professional football player and that is what does best. To fault the guy for going back to the only thing he knows is ridiculous.
You keep suggesting than I am acting like I am a 5 year old. I am the one looking at this from an objective point of view. You are letting you personal feelings and emotions cloud your judgement.
Like I said, what he did was very wrong. However, if he keeps himself out of trouble he deserves forgivness. That doesn't mean you have to forget what he did. Whether you like it or not, Michael Vick has done more for your cause than ten years of protests. He brought dog fighting to light.

Posted by: Kurt K | August 14, 2009 12:14 PM

I guess it must be true...If you have $$ & fame you CAN get away with MURDER!!!

Posted by: Pam | August 14, 2009 12:20 PM

Well, I'm going to keep trying...

"So Goodell suspends Dante Stallworth for 1 year including playoffs and Superbowl if applicable with no pay but Michael Vick is only suspended til Week 6 and he still gets paid. Where is the justice in that?" Nina Weiland.

It's obvious Ms. Weiland hasn't paid a bit of attention to this case. Vick has missed the last two years and spent that time in jail. There's your justice.

Posted by: Will | August 14, 2009 12:24 PM

Let me start by saying that Michael Vick and dog fighting make me sick!!! However, you have asked what example does it send to children that Michael Vick is now back in the NFL? It shows people can act with the love animals show and allow for forgiveness and a second chance. Also, (I hope he truly has learned), who can better reach the kids that are still fighting dogs and maybe get them to stop? No offense but your organization is not making a dent in that. Give him a chance to make the difference we can't.

Posted by: Denise Ritchie | August 14, 2009 12:28 PM

How can this loser purchase a bulldog? I don't understand how he is even allowed to have any animals?! Please someone explain how he can have animals?!

Posted by: Kayla | August 14, 2009 12:40 PM

Hello to all I dont really post here but I love the website. This is kind of a warning to people that will protest at the game . Philly fans are kind of ruff and they love there sports please becareful out there. I have seen them upclose. Have a nice weekend

Posted by: John witts | August 14, 2009 12:45 PM

I think we should concetrate on the real animals that are still out there organizing dog fights all over the country and let this guy prove to himself he can be a decent human being. I don't buy the whole I'm sorry for what I did bull, its more like I'm sorry I got caught, the question is now that he did get caught and did "his time" how will he vindicate himself? As a good human being I feel sorry for him because what goes around comes around and bites you in the ass!

Posted by: Mo | August 14, 2009 12:45 PM

Just letting you know for your own safety. PROTESTERS should be wearing football gear if you go to Philly and protest their practices/games. Not just because some of their extreme love for their team and football...but because they'll be drunk too!

Posted by: Nikki | August 14, 2009 12:47 PM

I truly believe in the ethical/hummane treatment of all animals. I support many of PETA's efforts and visions. However, I am starting to question the hearts of many of PETA's finest members.

Vick did a horrible (understatement) thing for many years. Killing and torturing dogs, to me, is like killing or torturing a person. However, when he serves his mandated time and vows to change as a person and move forward from his terrible decisions, how can anyone doubt his sincerety?

I've read countless posts of people saying: "He's not sorry", "He won't change", "He's bringing shame to Philadelphia". How does anyone know? As a son of God, as an American, should Michael Vick be given a chance to move forward?

Instead of dwelling on his past mistakes, which he's openly admitted to and gotten professional psychological help for, it would be advantageous and ethical for PETA to allow him to try and change his life. Support his efforts as he goes into the communitry and speaks to those about animal cruelty and the mistakes he's made. Accept his donations to hummane societies as trying to payback his debts.

Football is entertainment. And while the players are role models, they are still people. Mistakes have been, and will continue to, be made by highly visible public figures. Embrace Michael Vick as a human being and move forward with him. Nothing can change his past, but he can be responsible for his future and working with PETA and the Hummane Society to try and put an end to dog fighting.

I think some PETA members speak too much on emotion and not about what's going to be best for the future. If everyone in PETA protests all of the NFL, Michael Vick, Philadelphia...what's that going to accomplish? Is the goal to hurt Michael Vick? Give the man a chance to redeem himself.

Posted by: Dave | August 14, 2009 01:18 PM

There are alot of people who let their emotions control their thoughts and their life. I read one comment about not ever forgiving Vick for his role in dog fighting. The lord forgives all sins all you have to do is believe and ask for forgiveness. Since when is a person not allowed to work after he/she gets out of prison? Playing football is Michael vicks profession. Fortunately for him it just has more perks than others.

Posted by: steven | August 14, 2009 01:25 PM

I hope we can see where this guys 6 mil is going to be spent and make sure most of it goes to animal proection sources and especially to fight against his crime.. (dog fighting in all states). I really don't believe it will any more than I believe he is in the least rehabed. Good luck Eagles you will need it!!!

Posted by: s KC | August 14, 2009 01:34 PM

that man will never understand the meaning of what he did ! and he never should have been allowed to make living as a professional football player again ~ i guess that is the new "role model" for the nfl. do something unforgivable and get away with it !!!!!!!

plus how the organization claim they have the blessing of animal rights organizations in their decision to hire him !? ..

Posted by: Lora Roberts | August 14, 2009 01:36 PM

I agree the acts Michael Vick has demonstrated are horrendous and inexcusable and he should have to pay for his actions and take all responsibility for his conduct. The animals he tortured, nor do any other animals, deserve to be treated in that manner. But who among us can say we have lived a flawless life. Who among us can say we have never done anything wrong, or things that we are not proud of, that we too wanted forgiveness for. I am of the true belief that if Mr. Vick does anything that shows any resemblance of his former actions then he should lose everything including his freedom FOREVER. As for now, we should practice something we have all participated in and been taught since an early age, forgiveness. I'm not saying you have to support Mr. Vick or the Philadelphia Eagles, but allow him to make positive conscious strides to better himself and maybe help stop a whole new generation of youth from making the same horrible, horrific, mistakes he made throughout his life. Boycotting the games and other events Mr. Vick appears at will not help the effort to stop these despicable acts. As an intelligent group, PETA should really put the pressure on Mr. Vick to show he is truly willing to stop other from conducting these heinous crimes by putting him to task and letting him see again first hand what these maimed animals look like when they are rescued. Have him participate in the rehabilitation process to care for them and re-train then to help other, not hurt them. As a positive organization, PETA should look to help by conducting itself with positive actions, not anti-Vick hatred.

Posted by: Shawn | August 14, 2009 01:46 PM

Well it looks like the Philadelphia Eagles need Vick more than the respect of the fans. It is time to let all of the sponsors of the NFL and the Philadelphia Eagles know that its time for a change ....a boycott of products and viewers will be a great thing....start writing to the sponsors...stop buying the merchandise or better yet publicly burning it.

Posted by: Elizabeth Scalzo | August 14, 2009 01:49 PM

D-Brown...I had a pretty shitty life (in my opinion) but I'm not out abusing animals and I'm not desensitized to pain - I actually LEARNED from my life and childhood and decided NOT to be that way...so the "It don't have nothing to do with empathy" comment is CRAP. I see what you're saying...but I'm so sick of people using their childhood and "I grew up in the ghetto" as an excuse for everything. He's a grown man. He knows what's right and wrong. It's not like he's an impressionable 13 year old who can be easily influenced by his peers.

Posted by: Meme | August 14, 2009 01:51 PM

Eagles fans boycott the Philadelphia Eagles because they are getting Michael Vick. I received e-mails to Join the boycott The Philadelphia Eagles today. My family and friends are all longtime fans of the Eagles and I have received so many posts from them on Facebook to boycott anything Eagles related.

Posted by: Mena Keyes | August 14, 2009 01:56 PM

I'm an avid NFL fan. I'm also the owner of a Black and Tan CKC Spaniel named "Killer" (he's 15 pounds and has a loving personality. Ironic name, right?).

I look at it in different ways.

1) Vick forced animals to fight each other for survival and for sport and they were trained as such. Smaller, weaker animals were used in some of their training (These dogs stolen out of peoples' backyards sometimes)It disgusts me to think that THAT could have been my little Killer. I thought that Vick could have been sentenced to at least 5 years.

2) My love for the NFL was put on a sour note when Vick was taken away, because I loved to watch him play (except when he beat my Steelers)

3) One day, he WILL be judged by whatever creator put him here. Just live with patience on the matter, and it will happen. Just not in YOUR time and as fast as you want it. You want to make the laws? Run for some high-viz office, and maybe you can. Until then, you only have the Freedom of Speech. Exercise it as much as you like, but stop preaching like you can decide.

4)Most importantly, I don't view animals on our level, therefore they do not get the same rights. Humane treatment is a MUST, so I'm with you on that. I would still sacrifice my dog's life to save my wife's as much as it would hurt. He doesn't decide what goes on in my house, but he's fine with it, or else he wouldn't run to me to be held when I come home. He's treated ethically and lovingly.

I must say that I'm stuck on whether or not I care to watch Michael Vick play, because I watch the NFL as often as time allows.

This doesn't make me wrong, just on the fence.

He committed a crime, went through the court system, served the punishment and is moving on with his life.

Like I said, you may not like it, but it's the sometimes sad reality we live in, governed by the people we elect into office.

Posted by: Dean | August 14, 2009 02:08 PM

Take this scenario----

The eagles win the SuperBowl next year (I freakin hope NOT) Vick will get the opportunity to attend the White House invite for the champs. Will the savior of the universe, Barack Obama, turn him away? Or will he welcome him into the his home?

Posted by: Dean | August 14, 2009 02:12 PM

In my widest dreams I didn't think that the Eagles would stoop so low as to sign Vick. It is a known fact that serial killers start by murdering animals then working their way up to children and then finally graduating to adults (usually women). I am no longer a fan of the NFL and have forbidden my children from watching or going to anything that has to do with the NFL. Time will show how wrong they were doing this. God have mercy on their souls.

Posted by: Arnie | August 14, 2009 02:13 PM

A lot of emotions flying on this message board, hard to see the objective postings. Anyway, Vick isn't off the hook yet.

A lot of people are talking about the millions he will make and how that should all go to animal charity and organizations. Actually, his earnings will go straight to the people, companies and banks that he owes tens of millions to. I'm happy that Vick has an opportunity to make his living again so he can have the opportunity to pay back the companies and banks that he owes money to. It's not fair for those companies and banks to be left in the dust holding their **** in their hands. You can't blame them for investing into Vick's ventures because no one knew what Vick did -- the entire world was fooled. If Vick doesn't play football like how all of you guys don't wnat him to, the biggest losers will be his investors.

Posted by: n. tran | August 14, 2009 02:14 PM

I am outraged that the humane society is backing him. They will never get another dime from me....

Speaking from emotion? MAYBE WE ARE. Forgive us but murdering dogs in the most barbaric of ways is very emotional.

Again, you want second chances, redemption, forgiveness, and all that other nonsense, fine. Let him have his second chance working a job with hourly wages, volunteering, etc. Don't give him 1.6 million and take him back into the NFL. I don't care if that is "his" profession or not. He should have thought about that before he committed those crimes!!

PS. Code, you meant your comment for me, not Steve. The names are posted below the posts.

Posted by: Tamra | August 14, 2009 02:17 PM

The Eagles need to be made aware that they are going to have to deal with this as long as he is on there roster

Posted by: Mark | August 14, 2009 02:20 PM

I don't condone what Vick did but I do believe that he should get a 2nd chance. Please PETA activists stay AWAY from my Eagles and the LinC. Eagles fans won't put up with your protests all season long. I love MY dog but I want to see Vick get a shot...

Posted by: Matt | August 14, 2009 02:23 PM

I AM SHOCKED AT HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE SUPPORTING MICHAEL VICK AND HIS NEW CAREER WITH THE EAGLES. DOES THE PUBLIC NOT REMEMBER THE HORRIFIC CRIMES HE COMMITTED ON OVER 50 DOGS AT HIS COMPOUND? HE DROWNED, ELECTROCUTED, STARVED, AND BEAT DOGS INTO SUBMISSION. HE WAS IN JAIL FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT MANY DOGS MISERABLY DIED OR ARE ALIVE BUT WILL LIVE THE REST OF THEIR LIVES WITH PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL SCARS. AT HIS DOG-FIGHTING COMPOUND IN ATLANTA, HE PURPOSEFULLY HAD A CHAMPION DOG'S TEETH REMOVED SO SHE COULD BE CHAINED TO A "RAPE RACK" AND FORCEFULLY BRED AGAINST HER WILL OVER AND OVER. SHE WAS NOT ABLE TO DEFEND HERSELF FROM THE ABUSE. THE VICK CREW MADE THOUSANDS OFF HER LITTERS AND SHE STILL SUFFERS BECAUSE HER JAW WAS BROKEN AND ALL HER TEETH WERE REMOVED BY A UNPROFFESIONAL DENTIST. THIS IS ONLY ONE OF THE HUNDREDS OF DREADFUL STORIES THAT WENT ON. THESE ANIMALS HAD TO UNDERGO TORTURE THAT I CAN'T EVEN GET MYSELF TO REPEAT.

MICHAEL VICK IS ONLY SORRY BECAUSE HE GOT CAUGHT. HE IS A TERRIBLE ROLE MODEL FOR CHILDREN. WHAT KIND OF EXAMPLE IS THIS SETTING FOR OUR YOUTH? IT IS TELLING OUR SOCIETY THAT CRIMES AGAINST ANIMALS IS NOT REALLY SERIOUS. THIS IS SETTING A PRECEDENT THAT ANIMALS HAVE NO VALUE. I AM SICKENED BY MR VICK AND I WILL MAKE A POINT TO BOYCOTT ALL SPONSORS OF THE EAGLES.
MICHAEL VICK HAS NO REMORSE FOR WHAT HE HAS DONE. THIS IS A VERY SAD DAY FOR THE ANIMAL-RIGHTS MOVEMENT.

Posted by: MARY KATHRYN | August 14, 2009 02:29 PM

Hey everyone, this is my first time leaving a comment here, and honestly, probably the first time I've been on PETA's website. I know that my comments will probably differ from most of yours (I haven't read them all), but I'm hoping my thoughts will be just as respected as anyone elses. So, here goes! Football is hands down my favorite sport, and you can't help but be made aware of the Vick saga if you're even remotely into sports news. I have to admit that my number one problem isn't that Vick returned to the NFL, but to the Eagles. I am a Dallas Cowboys fan, and the two teams are in the same division! But on a more serious note (and here is where I ask for respect as much as I respect your opinions) I believe that the man paid his debt to society and that should be enough. There are many, many men and women who commit horrible acts, some worst than Vick, and we (society) give them a second chance. But that term doesn't mean sweeping the act under the rug. We (society, legal system, NFL) all agree that what he did was wrong, but again, he's not the only one. Now, I don't ever want to disrespect the memory of the deceased, but recently another NFL legend was killed by his girlfriend whom he was cheating on his wife with. I have no doubt Steve McNair was great on the field and probably had much influence off the field. But all anyone talks about is his 'legacy' that he's leaving on football. What about the 'legacy' left to his four children? His wife? Millions of youngsters who look up to him? Or, aside from football, what about the governor of South Carolina who used tax payer dollars to fund his adulteress trips to South America? I'm not a member of PETA, ASPCA, or the Humane Society, and I admit that honestly, I hope you can appreciate that. But I still don't agree with what Vick did. And not only Vick, but all the other men and women involved; he wasn't having dog fights alone in his house. I think we have to look at our priorities and really ask ourselves what's important. Are not homicide, cheating on your wife/kids, illegally using tax payer money, etc. just as bad if not worse? Michael Vick made a dumb choice, but how many of us who have lived long enough on this earth haven't made dumb choices? Maybe not the same as Vick, but bad nonetheless. Can we forgive him and move forward? Can we trust that the courts and the NFL have deemed the appropriate punishment? Let's focus on feeding hungry children, clothing the needy, staying faithfully married and raising healthy generations, and let Michael Vick go back to doing his job. Because I guarantee, in 2 years we'll have forgotten about it anyway. And if he does do something else stupid between now and then (DUI, domestic violence, theft) are we going to bring up the dog fighting again? I hope you can appreciate my comments/opinions. And even if you disagree with this Bible-believing, politically-conservative, football-loving, meat-eater, then I hope you can - at very least - respect my thoughts as you would like yours respected. Let's learn from the mistakes, ask God for the strength to forgive, and even in the midst of differences...get ready for some football!!!

Posted by: jamaal | August 14, 2009 02:33 PM

Dave, I couldn't have said it better myself. Well put.

Posted by: Will | August 14, 2009 02:35 PM

Michael Vick is NOT a changed man. His only regret is that he was caught. We need to protest this signing nationwide........

Posted by: Rebecca Garagozzo | August 14, 2009 03:47 PM

Excellent blog. Vick is garbage- and anyone who cheers for him is also garbage.

Posted by: Joe | August 14, 2009 04:15 PM

kurt....because im english i have no right to comment or condemn???? omg, i thought this site was for everyone from every country i didnt realise it was an all american topic. like i said clutching at straws. ive just spent the last 2 hours searching the net about all views on vick and i came across dog angel's site, the very man who brought vick and his 'sport' to light, my view point is changing with everything i read and even though i will always think vicks a vile little man i think we have found someone to trust, as dog angel still has contacts in vicks camp and he can reasure people that if he re offends he'll be sorry. however i can not believe because im not american it hinders this argument, please remind me in the future if anything this bad happens in england not to allow you to have an opinion 'seems how you are american' im gobsmacked.

Posted by: emma | August 14, 2009 04:35 PM

Michael Vick should be banned from the NFL. Didn't he make enough money from the NFL? Then he reduces himself into killing helpless animals to make more money. He says he changed thats a joke, he just got caught. He should never be allowed to play football in the NFL and be in the public eye!!

Posted by: Traci Peters | August 14, 2009 04:39 PM

There is a culture of dog fighting in the US. Yes, it's inhumane and disgusting. However they're was a time when dogs were used to terrorize black men, women, and children in this country. Some people/families were raised to see dogs as nothing more than weapons and not as pets, which may have helped create a culture of dog fighting. This doesn't excuse the people that partake in dog fighting, but there is a reason why some people are emotionally detached from these dogs. Mr. Vick commited these sick crimes and has been punished. Hopefully PETA and it's supporters can see that because of Mr. Vicks case there has been a huge amount of awareness about the serious penalties and moral outrage that dog fighting produces. Let Mr. Vick go on with his career and continue to raise awareness of this issue. He can reach communities and kids that otherwise may not pay any attention.
with peace and respect,
BPaul.

Posted by: BPaul | August 14, 2009 05:14 PM

Tanya you are really stupid!!!!!!!!! John Doe you are 100% right. I worked as a nurse in a jail and they are very well taken care of. Bill if you remember OJ was found not guilty. And Code and Seth Nix quit your preaching of god. Go to church and spare us from youe sermons. Vick is a prick. Enough said!!!

Posted by: susan | August 14, 2009 06:12 PM

Good for the Eagles. I am happy that the Eagles are an understanding organization and are willing to give Vick the chance to show his remorse. Everyone deserves forgiveness and a second chance. There are a handful of other NFL players who have done far worse things then Vick, and I see no one complaining about them. You all preach monster or killer but if you were educated about the NFL and pretty much any american sport you would know that Michael Vick isn't as bad as others. Gun charges, Abuse, Battery, Manslaughter, etc. etc. Let the man play, and let the man find himself. Donovan McNabb is a great mentor for Vick and the Eagles organization is one of the premier organizations in the league. Good for you Eagles, and I hope Vick finds the right path and follows it.

Posted by: Mike J. | August 14, 2009 07:25 PM

Dear Sir:
Please let it be known that I will never watch a broadcast which contains a team that employs Michael Vick. I am an avid sports fan and attend many games, but I cannot and will not condone the use of a player who profited from such a sickening display as dogfighting. I fear anyone so depraved cannot possibly be cured after a sentence of only two years.
I will use my voice and that of my many disabled friends, families, employess, and clients to let advertisers be aware of our concern.
The next time you pet your dog, think about holding his head underwater until he is drowned and then say that Mr. Vick deserves a second chance. I know many who truly deserve a second chance-he is not one of them.
Sincerely,
Richard L Buttrey

Posted by: Richard L Buttrey | August 14, 2009 07:51 PM

Like a lot of other people, this is my first time on the PETA website.

Is PETA going to post a list of corporate NFL sponsors & advertisers?

Posted by: Jeffrey J Brown | August 14, 2009 07:55 PM

BPaul - being a black male, and reading your post, it really hits home. God allowed us to have dominion over the earth. What Vick did was obviously not what God had intended. He sinned. Well, I have sinned. And, I will guess that 100% of the individuals on this blog fall short of the Glory. The real questions is, has he repented? Hopefully, he can turn this mistake into a testimony for the betterment of others who may not see the harm in dogfighting. I support Vick to be a better example in the body of Christ - regardless of his football career...

Posted by: Lee | August 14, 2009 08:50 PM

Bravo, Mr. Cohen, am sick of hearing he did his time, paid for the crimes, blah blah blah, it's all empty words, yes he gets out of jail for doing his time, but paid for the crime? not even close. let him work in an animal hospital for two years, work directly with animals that have been devastated by vicious humans. the world is watching this unrepentant criminal.

Posted by: Sheila | August 14, 2009 09:55 PM

If anyone has a response to D-Brown's email, I am interested too. I live in the Philadelphia area and I am so saddened, upset and in disbelief by this signing. I will not watch any of the Eagle games and I will welcome the opportunity to join other PETA protesters outside The Lincoln Financial Center. I also want to hit the pockets of all Sponsors. Thank you Barabara for the detailed list of those Sponsors. I really believe the Philadelphia Eagles signed a deal with the devil and if a Super Bowl is won, it was won with with the blood of those poor animals.

Posted by: Roni | August 14, 2009 10:53 PM

vick

Posted by: RP3 | August 15, 2009 01:10 AM

Michael Vick, the NFL and the Eagles should be run out of town. It's sickening how money trumps all. What Vick did is not a mistake or a mere lapse in judgement. This wasn't a DWI, a bar fight, or even a cocaine addiction or a domestic disturbance. Vick's behavior is pathological. He is a broken man who cannot be fixed by a brief prison stay, community service and slick pr. He is a hard wired animal abuser. And he didn't "do the time". He was involuntarily incarcerated, and for a very very short period of time. He should not be given any credit for that. He's not one of those old timer lifers who are worthy of redemption because of the wisdom, self awareness and humility that come with age and decades of confinement. Why is it that less than a year ago a good portion of the American public wanted Michael Phelps' career destroyed because he did a bong hit? And Pete Rose still can't get into the hall of fame because of a (albiet serious) gambling scandal that's now ancient history. Yet here we have the greedy, opportunistic pimping Eagles forking over $1.6 million to a man who not very long ago tortured, mutilated, and executed animals, all in the name of sick sport. There is no reason for Eagles / NFL fans to be torn on this issue. You've got sports writers out there saying that at the end of the day all fans really want is a winning team. Really? How insulting. Vick is a disgrace and he should, at least for now, be treated as one. He could have used his riches for good works. Hell, he could have blown it all on fancy cars, homes, drugs and high priced hookers. Instead he put his time and money into a most depraved and inhumane activity. This whole thing makes me want to puke.

Posted by: Marta | August 15, 2009 02:44 AM

Psychopaths don't change. They lie. They pay the fee for their wrong doing, and say I'm so sorry, and strangely get put back into the limelight and paid millions again. What's wrong with this picture sportsfans? Right is right, wrong is wrong.
Mr. Vick is NOT done paying his debt, because he'll do it all over again, undercover, in hiding, just like the first time. PETA, DON'T LET UP THE FIGHT. We know better with people like Vick. I cannot even imagine the state of terror of the animals he handled. No mercy for people like Vick.
Snohomish, WA

Posted by: Becky Alke | August 15, 2009 02:44 AM

I do not think he is sorry for anything except getting caught and once he gets back in the NFL for good and the story dies down,we'll see just how much he continues to help animals. He is such a joke.

Posted by: donna | August 15, 2009 07:53 AM

Wow, I can not believe that people are comparing what Michael Vick did to hunting. Are you kidding me. People say he served his time, are you kidding me. He served 2 years for gambling, not for the acts of abuse, he got bs probation for that. And do you really think he is doing public service because he wants to, ummm no, it is because that other POS Roger Goodell told him he had to. People only think Vick was a Bystander, he was not, he was an organizer and an active participant in the brutalizing, torturing and murdering of innocent dogs. That is a sick and twisted individual. HIS SECOND CHANCE IS THAT HE IS ALLOWED TO WALK FREE PERIOD. IT DOES NOT ENTITLE HIM TO BE A ROLE MODEL TO CHILDREN. HE IS NO DIFFERENT THAN OJ SIMPSON AND WHAT DID THAT POS DO WITH HIS SECOND CHANCE...LETS SEE, HE IS SITTING IN JAIL WHERE HE BELONGS. I am all for forgiveness, I do not judge people, for I know that the Lord is our only judge, but that does not mean I have to sit back and support and organization that glorifies sick and twisted people and allows them to be role models to children. GO PETA

Posted by: Joey S | August 15, 2009 11:15 AM

I believe that what Michael Vick did is absolutely horrific! I am an advocate for animal rights 100%!
I truly believe that people can change despite past illegal & malicious behavior. Instead of spending so much time & energy protesting against him, we should make him work in our favor. Make him a spokesperson for animal rights! This will send a very strong message for people who grew up in a negative environment as he did. I feel that this would make a bigger impact than anything else!

Posted by: Alexandra Burkowsky | August 15, 2009 02:54 PM

Michael Vick made a mistake that will haunt his football career forever and rightly so. I could care less how sorry and remorseful he is. As far as I'm concerned the only thing he is sorry about is getting caught. Plenty of time, money and effort are expended by organizations educating the public about dog fighting and the only positive thing to come out of the Michael Vick fiasco was bringing attention to the suffering of animals used in illegal dog fighting rings.

Posted by: MJ | August 15, 2009 03:37 PM

I find it digusting that people think that money, a piece of effing paper that YOU give value too, is more important then life.
Micheal Vick is a coward and deserves to rot.
He may have a lot of money but he doesn't have a heart. Just another self involved piece of s**t who thinks he can buy his way out of anything.

Posted by: Ashleigh | August 15, 2009 05:49 PM

"And as he walks, he can remember how lucky he is to have been able to afford an army of high-priced attorneys who got him a plea bargain so that he wouldn't be charged with all the many abuses and crimes that took place "

How lucky? They took all his money and the authorities made an example of him. He did WAY more time than most people do for dog fighting.

Posted by: Evan | August 15, 2009 06:11 PM

The only reason these sports stars are even held in such high esteem is because of you fanatic sports fans. Why should ANY athlete be paid such exorbitant monies? Stop worshipping them & the fall won't be so hard when they do something you don't like. No athlete should ever be referred to as a hero- how twisted is that?! You people are part of the problem , but will take no accountability when things go wrong. And you have the nerve to judge others?!

Posted by: Pytn | August 15, 2009 09:40 PM

What makes me so angry, is that the NFL has reinstated Vick after his admitted guilt to killing innocent dogs. He now has a criminal record and in no way is an example of what the NFL should stand for! Maybe everyone needs a second chance, but not as an NFL player making millions of dollars. He could get a job somewhere else. The NFL should have higher standards and it should be a privilege to play not a guarantee. Vick does not live up the the type of standards we hold for our families and children. I would really like to see the NFL take a firmer stand on these issues.

Posted by: Lynn | August 16, 2009 12:37 AM

I'm a huge fan of Micheal vicks and I was very disappointed when I heard that he was fighting dogs. However those without sin can cast the first stone.

Posted by: shanay king | August 16, 2009 04:55 AM

I'd like to see more media attention on factory farms and slaughter houses. If we held them as accountable as we do Vick, it would be a step in the right direction. He's a small fry.

Posted by: Chuz | August 16, 2009 03:51 PM

newspaper are saying that peta is being quiet....why are we not organizing protests? why isnt making waves.....we need to make more noise, sponsors will listen, they will be afraid if pets starts some protests.

Posted by: robyn feudo | August 16, 2009 04:27 PM

Tell the eagles that oj is available! Anything for a stuper bowl appearance.

Posted by: Dave Daller | August 16, 2009 06:26 PM

Micheal Vick deserve to be kick off of the eagles football team!! there should be a protest against him!! he is an evil evil man!!

Posted by: patricia | August 16, 2009 07:27 PM

Is PETA organizing a protest against this jackass on opening day? He can't even speak properly during this 60-minute interview. He does NOT feel bad at all for what he did. And how's the Humane Society working with him?? Maybe I'm too enraged while watching this interview, but he seems pathetic and only care about fixing his image, something he isn't capable of without an educated team to tell him what to say. What a fn LOSER!!!!

Posted by: Heidi | August 16, 2009 07:39 PM

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How about hooking some jumper cables to his B**&&s like he did to those poor dogs?

Lousy piece of S**T! i hope the EAGLES are picketed!

Posted by: eric glanz | August 16, 2009 07:40 PM

I watched mike's interview with james brown tonight. I don't take repentance lightly. Repentance means to change the way one thinks and to turn away from. I do forgive mike, BUT I don't believe he is changed. In his interview I didn't hear anything about change. I did hear he was sorry for losing his stardom and life for two years. I didn't hear where he regrets what he did to those animals or how he would implement action to discourage dogfighting. Repentance takes place within one's heart and is shown by action. It takes time to give someone trust again. I believe the NFL made a huge mistake for bringing him back so soon without seeing his actions over an extended period of time.

Posted by: Tim W | August 16, 2009 08:03 PM

Send Michael Vick back home.He is not a changed man. 60 Minutes did all of us an injustice by letting Vick speak.
Show us the money Vick and donate your salary to the Humane Society.

Posted by: JJ | August 16, 2009 08:05 PM

1st Vicks was allowed to finish part of jail at home, under house arrest.
2nd Most abusers do not change, even after caught and punished.
A person was known to buy a dog, start feeding it, then start to starve it. He was reproted, dog taken, he bought another. Did it again. He had to be watched & was, but he never changed.
Anyone able to laugh at abuse,or laugh while abusing has no conscience.
It matters not how much jail and fines Vicks paid. He thought he was right.
People change only after they want to do so. He was forced for being caught.
Like a drug addict in rehab. The folks wanting to quit agree it's hard & they must stay in a 12 Step program after rehab or they go back to using.
Vicks used drugs, also.
So Vicks buys another dog, is allowed to finish sentence under house arrest & hired, can't play for a couple months but is paid big money again.
Vicks must be watched. Just like the man I described above.
All those waiting for God to punish people. God gave us free will for sure. God made us stewards of the planet, including all in it. We are responsible for one another and that includes taking proper care of the defenseless and voiceless.

Posted by: Nan W | August 17, 2009 05:03 AM

If he is so damn sorry he did this.. He knows who else is doing it and they need to be turned in.. No way should he be allowed to play,, he needs to clean up his friends act.. it is now time to face up Vick.. turn em in if you want to win. Prove yourself.. stop crying about your career

Posted by: bonbowl | August 17, 2009 06:54 AM

Hearing all the new things about this man in the news makes me sick to my stomach. It kills me to know anyone can commit the acts of violence and cruelty to animals and have a chance to live the dream.
This isn't his 1st "2nd chance"!! What about the drug in the sports bottle and the "Ron Mexico"-- If someone would have looked at each incident and NOT let it just blow by this might have never happened. His excuse of growing up and seeing it being part of why he did what he did is outragous.. Each and every person has 1 life and their own choices.. The news has made many attempts to make people aware dog-fighting and animal cruelty is NOT OK- For him to be able to use that excuse after all the protesters and media coverage is insane.
For all those people who believe in 2nd chances investigate how many 2nd chances this degenerate has been given.
I'm a fan of football, animals of all kinds, and an owner of a pit bull who lives to give and receive love.

Posted by: Maegan | August 17, 2009 09:11 AM

Well, he's coming to Philly (my hometown). It makes me ill.

I work in one of the more ghetto-ish neighborhoods of the city, and it won't surprise me at all to see many of the residents wearing Vick jerseys. After all, raising pits for fighting is a common theme here.

Sick, sick, sick.

Posted by: Heather Lee | August 17, 2009 09:18 AM

Micheal Vick is a thug. What he did to those animals is unacceptable to me even if he has "served his time". What other criminals get off like he has and offered a million dollars for working. This society need to wake up and quit supporting these so called athletes. Once a thug always a thug!

Posted by: Terri Edwards | August 17, 2009 10:06 AM

I am sickened beyond words at Vick's cruelty and psychopathic glee at inflicting pain on animals much more evolved than himself (evidently). A business like the Eagles only understands one thing -- money. What we need to do is not only protest the Eagles but all advertisers who air commercials during their games. THIS is how we can protest and hurt them the most!

Posted by: Robin Gardella | August 17, 2009 10:23 AM

Emma,
Don't get me wrong, I didn't mean that sense you are from the UK that you couldn't comment, I was trying to suggest that sense you are from the UK you may not have the full understanding about the NFL rules. I would never suggest that you couldn't comment on a subject strickly because you are not from the country of origin. That would be censorship, and as an American, I am fully against that.
Sorry for the bad wording.

Posted by: Kurt K | August 17, 2009 10:49 AM

Yes, Michael Vick did some horrible things and if he had done them to my dogs I would have had to serve time as well for his murder. But everybody does things that they regret. Is he sorry, probably not. Should he play again in the NFL, probably not. But is it right to continue to run him down and protest him and his team now that he has done what the courts said to do, probably not. Is it the Christian attitude to never forgive a man that says he is trying to do better and even is helping with humane orginazations now, probably not. Then why keep this going? Untill he gets into trouble again for the same thing...please leave him and his team alone. It just makes you look bad, not him.

Posted by: Ken | August 17, 2009 06:26 PM

Roger Goodell made a big mistake allowing Mike Vick back in the NFL.

What did Mike Vick do the minute he was released from home confinement (prison)? With the nation watching his every move, the idiot went to a strip club. Come on folks, he was allowed to spend the last 6 months of his prison sentence to home confinement. Remember he does have a live-in girlfriend.

The only reason why so many NFL players wanted Mike back was because Mike didn't release their names as spectators (gamblers) in dog fighting.

Posted by: Karen | August 17, 2009 08:45 PM

What has to happen with these people before we stop them forever. All they have to do is say they are sorry and then we say okay what can we do to make you happy. And how much money do you want? Shame on the Eagles. Its not fair to the other good moral men on the team.

Posted by: Gypsie Dragoo | August 17, 2009 09:28 PM

michael vick is only remorseful because he got caught. he didn't care about the dogs then and he doesn't care now. if the opportunity came up again & he was sure he'd get away with it, he'd do it again. hw should still be in jail.

Posted by: marianne ashley | August 17, 2009 10:28 PM

Everyone deserves a second chance and their is not one of us who have not made a mistake in judgement. I am a animal lover but I am also a person who believes in forgiveness. Forgive Vick just like you have been forgiven for your mistakes. It is the christian thing to do and stop playing GOD!

Posted by: Kay Rogers | August 17, 2009 11:37 PM

Funny how Vick served 18 months for his crimes. He is harrased and he is trying to do something to repair the harm he has done whether its in his heart or not he is doing it. Yet DMX when his case came up around the same time the 2nd time he has been brought up on Animal Cruelty charges serves what 90 days makes no reperations, no apologys and hey guess what no Peta Harrasment.At least not as far as you are doing with Vick. I think what Vick did was atrocious. But DMX 2nd time around was just as hideous. Yet YOU looked over DMX in the media and went straight for the gold. Apparently only NFL Players get the red letter treatment with Peta. Maybe you could protest yourselves for not putting pressure on the criminals equally.Learn to have a little bit of fairness in your judging of people. I haven't seen you protest to the record labels and such that DMX shouldn't be allowed to sing.

Posted by: tamra | August 17, 2009 11:46 PM

the man personally killed dogs with his bare hands, pulled all the teeth out of bait dogs, went to church and college and somehow he missed the memo, he didn't realize what he was doing was wrong.....he knew it was illegal cause he knew he had to hide it but he just didn't know it was wrong to sadistically kill countless dogs for the fun of it.. I hope while he was in prison they made him watch Dogtown over and over and over and over and over. He can rot in hell and the eagles too for hiring him. Big deal, he can still throw a football and Tony Dungy and Jesus are vouching for him to live a nice cushy life, too bad his animals have to relive their torture at his hands and the scum that helped him every night in their dreams

Posted by: A sad mother | August 18, 2009 01:43 AM

Has anyone from the media asked him why he threw his own house pets in there with the pitbulls and laughed while they were being torn to pieces? I do not believe a word from this so called man about any remorse. And I think him having to go around acting like he gives a damn now is a form of punishment for him too. You know he hates doing that. And why wasn't he banned from owning any more animals?

Posted by: Tammy | August 18, 2009 08:22 AM

Why shouldn't Vick be allowed to play in the NFL agaian? It's his job. Are you hippies saying a man isn't allowed to support his family because he was involved in dogfighting? Weird!

Posted by: Aaron | August 18, 2009 10:21 AM

I live in Indianapolis, IN and was always so very proud to say that Tony Dungy represented our city/state with so much dignity..and then along came Michael Vick! Shame on you, Tony for going to bat for him. That was a total surprise. I do believe that we all make mistakes in life and deserve a second chance - I wonder what poor ol' Pete Rose thinks of this? Gambling seems so lame compared to this.

Posted by: Tina | August 18, 2009 01:17 PM

It shouldn't matter. He should be in jail for life.

Posted by: Johnny | August 19, 2009 10:36 AM

I was horrified and sickened as I watched Larry King this week discussing the atrocities committed by Michael Vick. Someone who can be so cruel and inflict so much pain on another living creature is missing compassion and the ability to distinguish between right and wrong in his overall genetic makeup. This is not eliminated by serving 18 months in jail or by saying I am sorry. This person needs intensive psychological help before he should be allowed to have anything to do with animals. Sports and entertainment personalities are elevated to a higher level in our society, children and some adults look up to these people and aspire to be like them. Michael Vick should not be reinstated to his position with the NFL, he doesn't deserve it. As for speaking out on behalf of abused animals, how many of us would want to listen to a murderer profess his regrets and reasons why another should not commit the same act. Michael Vick is a murderer animals deserve our love and protection, we are their voice. Michael Vick has earned large sums of money over the years, let him use these funds to assist organizations who speak out for and protect animal rights. If sometime in the future after seeking professional help and proving his reform, then maybe he can speak out against animal abuse.

Posted by: DR | August 19, 2009 03:36 PM

honestly he did his time lost close to 200 million and not to mention his nike contract and tow years he cant get back in the nfl . yeah what he did was wrong but lets be honest he didnt kill a human being....there is a player who recently killed someone while drving drunk and he didnt serve but like 4 days in jail....WHATS WRONG WITH U PEOPLE LEAVE HIM BE...

Posted by: joe jackson | August 19, 2009 10:05 PM

Mr. Jackson: Animal cruelty doesn't stop with animals. The behavior doesn't go away. It's the difference of knowing what is RIGHT vs WRONG. I'm sure we'll see another abusive event come from Michael Vick in the near future, whether it be an animal or human. So, no we won't "leave him be". It's not acceptable behavior... and he just bought another dog!

Posted by: Dog Owner RF | August 20, 2009 10:14 AM

joe jackson is a lost man

Posted by: walter sibert 3rd | August 20, 2009 06:04 PM

I was appalled to learn that the NFL reinstated that piece of garbage Michael Vick. This man is a murderer and comitted unspeakable cruelty to many innocent dogs for fun, pleasure and profit.His declarations of remorse are bogus and he had demonstrated no evidence or remorse for the attrocities he comitted.
His prison time was not nearly enough and in my opinion and many otherpeople he should have suffered the same fate as the many dogs he deliberately killed. This man is true scum!
The NFL is an organization where people especially young kids see many of these people as role models and look up to these fine athletes. How could anyone look up to this piece of trash. I believe this compromises the integrity of both the NFL and especially the comissioner.
The other thing that people need to remember is that if Vick didn't get caught doing this dogfighting, he would still be doing it. The only reason he stopped is because he got caught.

Posted by: Steve | August 20, 2009 09:53 PM

MIchael Vick is NOT remourseful, he is only interested in his own future and in making money. He is only making statements about helping end animal fighting and being involved in those activities because that is what he is being told to do. He would NEVER come up with those helpful activities on his own. Thisis strictly for PR purposes and to help save his image so that what he did to all those innocent dogs gets is 'forgotten and forgiven'.
Well, people are not that stupid, we know it's all being done in the name of greed and $$$$$. What a sad thing to see when powerful groups of people move backwards instead of forwards. This mistake will haunt them!!!!

Posted by: Animal Lover | August 21, 2009 09:18 AM

I'm sick of hearing people say that Vick served his time and deservers a second chance. The only reason he's speaking out against animal cruelty is to revive his career. He came from the slums, had a brilliant career going and was making lots of money. So for fun and entertainment he chose to torture, maim and murder dogs! Why don't you people who think he is rehabilitated look at some of the pictures of the mutilated dogs that he's responsible for or look at how the "trainers" teach those dogs to kill? Then maybe more people will realize that this man didn't suddenly turn a road and take a different path because of a short prison sentence. Remember Jeffrey Dahmer started out by torturing animals. This is not Vick's first encounter with the law and I guarantee you it won't be his last. I'm boycotting all the sponsors of the Eagles and urging all my friends and family to do the same.

Posted by: Richard | August 21, 2009 03:02 PM

Michael Vick, along with all of the other violent offenders, have no conscience. He doesn't feel remorse. Eight years is a long time to commit ongoing crimes. Would we extend the same courtesy to a killer of humans?

Posted by: Jolie Kersse | August 22, 2009 10:43 AM

Have you people ever heard of forgiveness? He who is without any sin may cast the first stone. Everyone on this earth has done things that they are not proud of. Even you gossip mongers! Go one day with out sin! Of course what he did was wrong. But the American prison system does not produce reformed people, they just house them. Let his new life speak for it's self.

Posted by: Ken | August 22, 2009 03:48 PM

Screw Michael Vick! He is a disgusting DISGUSTING person.

Posted by: dallas | August 25, 2009 11:35 PM

As the owner of a pit bull that I rescued years ago from abuse, nobody was more outraged about Vick's actions than me. However, there are a few things that people are overlooking:

1)Nobody knows if Vick is remorseful or judging by what you see on television is ignorant.
2)The NFL is filled with players who have been arrested for dui, dwi, assault, domestic violence, robbery, even manslaughter. This doesn't justify his actions but I think protesting drunk driving should be a slightly higher priority.
3) I truly think that regardless of how Vick may really feel, he is going to do a lot of good for the community. By playing football, he will be in a position to have a positive impact on others. That should be the most important thing. What's done is done, it's time to look forward and at least give the man a chance to do some good for society.

Posted by: Jake | August 26, 2009 03:00 AM

No, he is not a changed man. In time he will secretly do it again. No one that evil ever changes. Animals are just objects to him. He is the devil.

Posted by: Marianne Brennan | August 28, 2009 10:59 PM

Vic did admit sorrow sorrow for ruining his immage, sorrow cause "no team should go through what I put them through". He did talk to youth about not fighting dogs and that its wrong "cause you could ruin your chances at your dream, your one and only dream like I did". He never read one part of his script in a tv interview "dogs have suffered at my hands and for that I am sorry". He never said "no dog should go through what I put them through". What has he learned in prison? That prison sucks and you have to lay in a bad bed. Thats what he learned. My problem with vic is not as a football player either ,but as a hero and like it or not anyone in sports or on tv and esp on both and esp qb will be considered a hero as will EVERYTHING they do.
Did you hear about the teen you threw his pit oreo off the 6th floor? hey his hero vic did it.
Like it or not being a football player and a hero go hand in hand and I have a problem with kids wanting to be "just like Vic". A 6th grader wearing a vic jacket was asked if he knew what vic did and he said "yes, but Michael Vic did it,so its ok".
Does this mean peta is actually protesting at sights? There is a extreme vic sight where you can donate to them or to one of 3 pitbull rescues or a pet charity of your choice and as long as you sent them proof of donation they will pay the other team to basically do to vic what he did to the dogs with one major difference, the dogs were not wearing helmets or pads the player with the most "mistakes" made on vic will get a plague at the end of the season,there will be extra cash and points for biting and for "accidentally getting Goddell when possible.
Goddell has made nothing but bad deceissions, who is above him to talk to about replacing him?

Posted by: Sabrina | September 2, 2009 12:14 AM

Vick is a discusting cruel individual. He will be that way forever. Until the NFL eliminates people of this nature I will never watch another game. The NFL is loaded with wierdo's like him and our children watch this garbage. Ever wonder what went wrong with our society? Watch professional sports and you will know.

Posted by: Bob D. | September 16, 2009 11:44 PM

Vick should be in prison for the rest of his life! I feel anyone who hires this person or even watches him play ball apparently condones child torture!
These are children he tortured & killed people!!!!!
I hope any team who even hires him never wins another game!
I can't even think about these poor little babies forced to fight each other!
He deserves the worst torture we can imagine!
When are we as a society going to protect our children (& furchildren)?!!!

Posted by: Wanda | September 17, 2009 01:19 AM

Im glad Mike Vick is back in the NFL. Back on track to the Hall of Fame!

Posted by: Ryan Schildroth | September 29, 2009 08:10 PM

I heard recently Vick was hired back by Nike. if this is true, i will never buy another nike brand anything again. Our laws are not tough enough and we all must pull together and protest.

I had a hard time believing he got afootball job back. if they play the bronco's i will protest. Lets do someting, lets make a stand.

kathie in Colorado

Posted by: kathie | October 1, 2009 11:53 PM

I just want everyone to know that the channel BET is giving Michael Vick his own reality show. Modells is still selling Vicks shirts, both his old shirts and his new ones with dirtbags known as the Eagels. People please call your cable company can complain about the reality chow and BET and do not shop at modells.

Posted by: Ann Marie Fiorenza | October 8, 2009 11:08 PM