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Michael Vick's re-instatement and signing have polarized football fans, including these former Eagles season-ticket holders who protested prior to Philadelphia's game against New Orleans on Sept. 20, 2009. (Jeff Zelevansky / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation -
In a 38-27 preseason loss against the New York Jets on Sept. 3, 2009, Michael Vick completed 7-of-11 passes for 26 yards and one interception. He also lost the ball on one of two fumbles. Vick's running game was marginally more successful, as he picked up 35 yards and one touchdown on seven carries. (Jim Mcisaac / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation -
Michael Vick made his preseason debut with Philadelphia on Aug. 27, 2009 against Jacksonville. The Eagles won the game, 33-32, with Vick completing 4-of-4 passes for 19 yards. (Jim Mcisaac / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation -
On Aug. 15, 2009, Michael Vick joined starting quarterback Donovan McNabb and the rest of the Eagles for practice at the NovaCare Complex in Philadelphia. (Len Redkoles / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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On Aug. 13, 2009, the Philadelphia Eagles signed Michael Vick to a one-year, $1.6 million contract. In the press conference the next day with Vick (center) and former Colts coach Tony Dungy (right, who had been acting as Vick's personal adviser), head coach Andy Reid said that he believed Vick deserved a second chance. (Larry French / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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After meeting with Michael Vick, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reinstated the quarterback on a conditional basis on July 27, 2009. (Mike Stobe / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Michael Vick leaves federal court after a meeting with his parole officer in Norfolk, Va., on May 22, 2009. (Steve Helber / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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Driven by his fiancee, Kijafa Frink, Michael Vick went to Norfolk, Va. on May 22, 2009 where he was expected in Federal Court to meet with his parole officer. (Jason Hirschfeld / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick, right, steps out onto the deck with a federal agent while testing out his electronic monitor. (Jason Hirschfeld / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick, right, steps out onto the deck with a federal agent while testing out his electronic monitor worn on his ankle on May 21, 2009 in Hampton, Va. Vick arrived at his Virginia home in a car with blackout curtains Thursday morning after being released from federal prison to begin home confinement and try to resume his pro football career. (Jason Hirschfeld / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick leaves Surry County Circuit Court after entering a guilty plea on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on Nov. 25, 2008 in Sussex, Va. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. (Geoff Burke / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Protesters hold signs outside Surry County Circuit Court where after Vick plead guilty on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on Nov. 25, 2008 in Sussex, Va. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. (Geoff Burke / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Roddy White celebrates after a touchdown with a T-shirt that reads "Free Mike Vick" with Joe Horn (87) and Michael Jenkins (12) against the New Orleans Saints on Dec. 10, 2007 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. (Chris Graythen / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Animal rights activists hold signs behind Billy Martin, attorney for Vick, at a news conference after Vick was sentenced in federal court on Dec. 10, 2007 in Richmond, Va. Vick was given a 23-month sentence for charges related to his role in running an interstate dogfighting ring. (Jonathan Ernst / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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A man holds up a sign in support of Vick during the game against the New Orleans Saints on Dec. 10, 2007 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. (Chris Graythen / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick makes a statement to reporters at the Omni Richmond Hotel after agreeing to a guilty plea on charges stemming from his involvement in a dogfighting ring on Aug. 27, 2007, in Richmond, Va. (Jonathan Ernst / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick leaves federal court Aug. 27, 2007 in Richmond, Va. Vick pleaded guilty to a federal dogfighting charge. (Pool / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Nine-year-old Jerron Lofton shows his support for Vick outside federal court on Aug. 27, 2007 in Richmond, Va. The NFL had suspended Vick indefinitely. (Win Mcnamee / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick arrives at federal court with attorney Billy Martin (R) on Aug. 27, 2007 in Richmond, Va. Vick pleaded guilty to a federal dogfighting charge. (Pool / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Protesters stand outside the Atlanta Falcons team complex to show their displeasure with Michael Vick on July 26, 2007 in Flowery Branch, Ga. Vick was to appear for a bond hearing and arraignment that day after he was indicted earlier that month on charges related to his role in an interstate dogfighting ring. (Mike Zarrilli / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Escorted by U.S. Marshals, Vick leaves the federal courthouse following his arraignment on July 26, 2007 in Richmond, Va. Vick and three associates were indicted earlier that month on charges related to their roles in an interstate dogfighting ring. (Haraz N. Ghanbari / AFP/Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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(L-R) Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer, Atlanta Falcons cornerback Deangelo Hall, Vick and former NFL player Bruce Smith pay tribute to those affected by the Virginia Tech shooting prior to the start of the 2007 NFL Draft on April 28, 2007. (Chris Mcgrath / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick eludes a tackle by Jerome McDougle of the Philadelphia Eagles on Dec. 31, 2006 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. During the 2006 season, Vick and Warrick Dunn became the first quarterback and running back to both rush for more than 1,000 yards in a season. Vick also set an NFL record of 8.4 yards per carry. (Jim Mcisaac / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick runs the ball against the Carolina Panthers on Dec. 24, 2006 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. Vick was the only quarterback to rush for more than 1000 yards in a season. (Marc Serota / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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If Week 4 of the 2006 season, Michael Vick and Jerious Norwood both ran for more than 100 yards. It was the first time any team had a quarterback and running back accomplish that feat twice. Vick and Warrick Dunn achieved that milestone in Week 2 of the same season. (Jim Mcisaac / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick sets to pass Feb. 12, 2006 at the Pro Bowl at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. Vick was named to the Pro Bowl in 2002, 2004 and 2006. (Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and Vick shake hands during a press conference in Tokyo, on Aug. 4, 2005. The Colts and Falcons played in their pre-season match "NFL Tokyo 2005" on Aug. 6. (Kazuhiro Nogi / AFP/Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick passes under pressure from Marcus Stroud of the AFC team during the NFL Pro Bowl on Feb. 13, 2005 at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. (Elsa / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick moves against the defense of the St. Louis Rams during the NFC divisional playoff game at the Georgia Dome on Jan. 15, 2005 in Atlanta. He rushed for a postseason quarterback record 119 yards in the win. (Streeter Lecka / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick escapes a sack for a seven-yard gain on a pass against defensive end Anton Palepoi (95) and safety Kenoy Kennedy of the Denver Broncos on Oct. 31, 2004. The Falcons won the game 41-28. Vick became the first player ever to throw for more than 250 yards and rush for more than 100 yards in the same game. (Brian Bahr / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick runs with the ball as he attempts to elude Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila of the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Wildcard game on Jan. 1, 2003 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The upset ended the Packers' undefeated streak during the playoffs at Lambeau. (Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick scrambles against the St. Louis Rams at the Dome at America's Center in St. Louis on Jan. 6, 2002. It was the final game of Vick's first season in the NFL. He became the full-time starter the following season. (Elsa / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Vick and starting quarterback Chris Chandler talk on the sidelines during their first preseason game on Aug. 3, 2001 against the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Georgia Dome. Vick, the top pick in the 2001 draft and who played two years at Virginia Tech, was the 20th quarterback to be taken with the top pick. (Steve Schaefer / AFP/Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Paul Tagliabue poses with Vick who was the top pick by the Atlanta Falcons and the No. 1 pick overall in the NFL Draft at Madison Square Garden in New York City on April 21, 2001. (Gabe Palacio / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick announces his intention to declare his eligibility for the NFL draft at a news conference on Jan. 11, 2001. With him is his mother Brenda Boddie (C) and Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer. (Wayne Scarberry / AFP/Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Vick runs with the ball during the Sugar Bowl against the Florida State Seminoles on Jan. 5, 2000. The Seminoles defeated the Hokies 46-29. Vick was the first player ever to win his league's Rookie of the Year and Player of the Year awards in the same season. (Brian Bahr / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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Michael Vick of the Virginia Tech Hokies passes the ball during a game against the Pittsburgh Panthers on Oct. 28, 2000. The Hokies defeated the Panthers 37-34. Vick was named the Big East player of the year his freshman season in 1999. () Back to slideshow navigation
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