That would be a very stupid move on Nike's part- they would lose a lot support.

Posted by: Aneliese | October 2, 2009 02:49 PM

Imagine if Vick had abused or molested children. Would anyone want him to endorse their products or have a high-profile position in their organization? But since his misbehavior "only" involved dogs, apparently all is quickly forgotten.

Posted by: pomomarx | October 2, 2009 03:00 PM

You can judge a man's character by how he treats those with less power then him. Michael Vick is a cruel person and if you endorse him, you will loose all respect from a lot of people. This will greatly harm your business.

Posted by: Megan Feibusch | October 2, 2009 03:19 PM

Michael should not be a loud to
prance around just because he did his time and Nike should not allow him a contract

Posted by: Kurt Matthesius | October 2, 2009 05:05 PM

If Nike endorses Michael Vick, I will NEVER buy another article of clothing or shoes with the Nike logo......ever again. I'm sure that I won't be alone in my decision.

Posted by: Virginia Pompe | October 2, 2009 07:15 PM

Man yall fellow animal rights activists kill me.

The man served his time. Instead of staying mad at him Peta and everyone else needs to focus on DOG FIGHTING not him. He's getting "extra" attention because he's famous.

Posted by: Nick Henry | October 2, 2009 07:16 PM

Vick is an unrepentent serial dog torturer and killer. He played poorly in his first game but got better press coverage than the starting Quarterback who was excellent. The NFL sucks ! So does the vacillating Nike corporation.

Posted by: Brien Comerford | October 2, 2009 08:26 PM

I am an avid animal lover, vegan, and marathon runner. My husband is a vegetarian and also a marathon runner as well as my sister and her husband, Guaranteed we WILL NOT buy Nike products if Micheal Vick as anything to do with Nike, nor will my children ever wear Nike products again. What a disappointment.

Posted by: Ambrosia Kramer | October 2, 2009 10:49 PM

Nike and Michael Vick encouraging to, "Just do it"? I don't think so.

Posted by: Edward | October 2, 2009 11:26 PM

pomomarx said it best.

Posted by: Lynnett | October 2, 2009 11:41 PM

I cannot believe Nike is even considering Vick. He is a monster and has already been rewarded for it. Nike needs to remember who buys their products. Not everyone is a fan of football.

Posted by: Mary Rapp | October 3, 2009 08:52 AM

does anyone else see the shallowness and coldness in his eyes...he is a sick individual...that got a way with dog serial killing...he is disgusting....did anyone see the breeding (rape)machine they used ....he should be the recipient and try one out...he got away with torture and murder

Posted by: lance | October 3, 2009 11:22 AM

If they do this, I will don my one and only pair of Nikes, step in a pile of dog poop and send the pooped-up shoes to Nike telling them they can go to hell.

Posted by: Barbara | October 3, 2009 12:53 PM

Thanks Nick for the suggestion......

We can, however, continue to focus on dog fighting WHILE speaking out against a Nike contract for Vick. To me, the line between the two becomes very blurry.

Quit hen-pecking others and what they believe, find your own passion and go for it!!! That's how you can better serve your time. :)

Posted by: Tamra | October 3, 2009 03:12 PM

Well Nick Henry, it might be harder to "forget about Vick" when Nike starts beaming his image into our homes to influence our children's desires.

Posted by: pomomarx | October 3, 2009 05:45 PM

WHAT on earth was Nike thinking???

Posted by: Debbie Pope | October 3, 2009 10:07 PM

uhh... isn't Nike the company that sells leather products?

Posted by: ouch! | October 4, 2009 01:28 AM

I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT NIKE IS SO DESPERATE THAT THEY WOULD EVEN CONSIDER SIGNING THIS DOG MURDERER. I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANY NIKE PRODUCTS AGAIN. DOES NIKE NEED THE MONEY THAT BAD?

Posted by: wayne | October 4, 2009 10:12 AM

Well, Nick Henry, it will be harder for us to "forget Vick," as you request, when Nike starts beaming his image into our homes in order to influence our children's desires.

Posted by: pomomarx | October 4, 2009 12:45 PM

I too run, and vouch if Nike supports Michael Vick, not only will I never again wear the product, I will make my own personal T-shirt with a picture of Vick aside one of his dogs in aftermath of fights. Thus T-shirt to read "You support Nike...You support Vick."

Hopefully, that visual will put to perspective.

Posted by: Andrea | October 4, 2009 01:36 PM

Not only do I run, I also work for a non-profit no kill shelter. So why should I give Nike money that will give to Vick to pay off his owing to the Humane Society, when I can give a direct donation without him benefiting social and financially?

Posted by: Andrea | October 4, 2009 01:55 PM

I personally wrote the Nike reps., I have not gotten a response.

Basically what I said was:

Dear Nike Reps.,

I hope you reconsider giving free merchandise to an animal abuser, and a horrible person in general.

I know you have revoked your sponsorship, and tv ads, but still having him wear your logo will still be promoting his cruel actions.

Even if you had nothing to do with it, people will see the Nike logo and think of Vick and his outrageous crimes.

I think your promo items that you might give to Vick, should go to more deserving people like the homeless,needy children,the disabled,ect.

They wouldnt even let me post my email on their website.

I ask everyone to boycott, and tell your friends about Nike.

To all my fellow Veg/Vegans I love you all! Keep up the good work!

Posted by: Jessica | October 4, 2009 02:25 PM

Nike.. your done with myself, my family and anyone else who adores animals!!!!!! M Vick is not sorry for what he did nor did he get enough time for his sickening crime to innocent animals. He is a monster!

Posted by: Carla | October 4, 2009 02:35 PM

This is sick! This pathetic little man tortures and murders dogs and he gets resigned by NIKE?? I'll NEVER buy from NIKE ever again. Is anybody going to organize any NIKE protest?? I'm appalled by NIKE and the NFL.

Posted by: Toscani | October 4, 2009 04:07 PM

Nike - please say no to Mike Vick who doesn't need a contract to make millions from your company. Mike Vick tortured and killed dogs for his sick pleasure. If you sign Nike - you are the worst company just like Philadelphia Eagles for signing him. I will never purchase another nike product again. Please sign a contract with someone who is a good person who does deserve a contract.

Posted by: Tracy Faraoni | October 5, 2009 10:56 AM

I work in the Fitness Industry. I will ban NIKE completely and voice my feelings throughout the industry and quickly nike will loss so much business.. We are a tight Industry from NYC to California and many other states, many if not all in our business adore animals. And that coward should not make money or have any endorsement deals what so ever...making millions a year wasn't enough, he had to be so cruel and enjoy the dogfighting ring he had, the things he did...this is obviously a man that has no heart...millions a year wasn't enough so lets look at the big picture, with him it wasn't money as it was the control and cruelty he so enjoyed watching...BAN THIS SCUM

Posted by: natalie | October 5, 2009 11:46 AM

it's actually a non issue because NIKE said there was no deal agreed upon, in the works or anything else.

Posted by: Tom | October 5, 2009 05:05 PM

I dont care what mindless sports fans say, VICK IS A F-ING LOSER. To put it nicely.

Posted by: Lisa | October 5, 2009 10:19 PM

Nike now says this is not an endorsement deal for money, merely the supply of Nike product. The result is the same: in professional sports if you wear/use the logo you are promoting and representing that company. I will not support a company that supports Michael Vick.

Posted by: Kathleen Gumph | October 8, 2009 06:09 AM

I completely understand where everyone is coming from. However my question is why begin boycotting Nike now when people have been wearing Nike, Reebok, Adidas, etc and killing people and animals for years? If you were going to take a stand, wouldnt we have to boycott EVERY manufacturer?

Posted by: Am I Wrong? | October 10, 2009 09:02 AM