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Eagles | Vick can keep roster bonus from Atlanta Tue Nov 10, 01:24 PM
The Associated Press reports a federal appeals court is backing the judge who ruled against the NFL and let Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick keep more than $16 million in roster bonuses from the Atlanta Falcons. The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Tuesday, Nov. 10, affirmed Judge David Doty's order saying Vick had already earned the bonuses before his dogfighting conviction, so the money wasn't subject to forfeiture. After Doty ruled in the Vick bonus case, the NFL accused him of bias and sought to end his oversight of its contract with the players union. The appeals court says the contract should remain under Doty's oversight.
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Bills | Not commenting on Vick Tue Nov 10, 09:53 AM
Tim Graham, of ESPN.com, reports the Buffalo Bills issued a statement Monday Nov. 9, regarding any potential interest in Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick. 'He is a member of the Philadelphia Eagles and we have no comment on it,' the statement read.
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Bills | Whitner would like to see Vick added Tue Nov 10, 09:15 AM
Tim Graham, of ESPN.com, reports Buffalo Bills SS Donte Whitner said Monday, Nov. 9, that he would encourage the team to pursue Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick if he were to become available. 'I believe that Michael Vick would be a good fit, and I would encourage whoever to bring Michael Vick in,' Whitner said.
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Bills | Evans doesn't see Vick as a fit Mon Nov 9, 05:20 PM
Tim Graham, of ESPN.com, reports Buffalo Bills WR Lee Evans does not think Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick would be a good fit with the team next season. 'Probably not. I love him as a player and everything that he's done for the league, but I don't think it'll be anything we'll aggressively go after,' Evans said.
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Eagles | Vick says returning would be hard Mon Nov 9, 10:19 AM
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick said during an interview with NBC that returning to the team next season would be an 'everyday struggle' and said he 'won't be a wildcat guy.' The Eagles signed Vick to a $1.6 million contract for 2009, with a team option for the second year at $5.2 million. 'It would be an everyday struggle. But I would have to take that time to hone my skills and get better. I'm excited about the opportunity I have moving forward whether it's with Philadelphia or another team,' Vick said.
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Bills | Showed interest in Vick Mon Nov 9, 09:49 AM
The Associated Press reports former NFL head coach Tony Dungy said Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick could wind up playing for the Buffalo Bills after this season. Dungy confirmed Sunday, Nov. 8, that the Bills did talk with Vick while he was a free agent. 'I told Michael to just worry about this year,' Dungy said. 'It's technically up to Philadelphia. If they want him back, he has to stay there...But I think a dark horse is Buffalo. They talked originally. There was some communication there. I think that could be a good spot.'
| Our view: Buffalo is probably going to move on from the Trent Edwards era after this season, and could be looking for a big shakeup at the quarterback position. The Bills don't seem like a perfect fit for Vick, but there could be a coaching change coming up after the season as well. |
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Eagles | Vick content with role Tue Oct 27, 10:52 AM
CBSSports.com reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick said he is happy with his role on the team. 'I am happy with my role. Things are progressing. The flow of the game is dictating my playing time, and I am okay with that,' Vick said.
| Our view: Of course Vick is content with his role. He's out of jail, and on a team that is winning and can make a run at the playoffs. The story would be different if he was a backup on a team like the Raiders. |
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Eagles | Vick's playing time decreasing Sat Oct 24, 11:24 AM
Jeff McLane, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick's playing time has decreased with each game. Vick has gone from being on the field for 11 plays in his first game to five in the second game to just two during the team's Week 6 game. 'We signed him as a backup quarterback,' head coach Andy Reid said. 'We have gotten probably a little bit more out of him than I thought we would have out of our other backup quarterbacks.'
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Raiders | Dungy advised Vick not to sign Mon Oct 12, 09:16 AM
Bill Williamson, of ESPN.com, reports former NFL head coach Tony Dungy said Sunday, Oct. 11, on NBC that he advised Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick not to sign with the Oakland Raiders while as a free agent. 'I advised Michael Vick not to go there,' Dungy said. 'I said, 'Mike, you might be able to start there but that is not a good place for you.''
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Eagles | Nike denies deal with Vick Thu Oct 1, 11:05 AM
Updating a previous report, Matt Mosley, of ESPN.com, reports Nike has denied having an endorsement deal with Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick. Nike said in a statement that they have only agreed to supply Vick with some of their products, which the company does for several players that are not under contract.
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Eagles | Vick signs endorsement deal with Nike Thu Oct 1, 12:26 AM
FOXSports.com reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick has signed an endorsement deal with Nike, according to his agent, Joel Segal. Vick will wear Nike shoes, gear and apparel as part of the agreement. Segal would not reveal terms of the agreement.
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Eagles | Vick has quiet debut Mon Sep 28, 11:22 AM
Peter King, of SI.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick played 11 plays in the team's Week 3 game. He was 0-for-2, rushed out of the direct-snap once for seven yards, played receiver for one play, and handed the ball off seven times.
| Our view: Vick really didn't do as much as some had anticipated. With Donovan McNabb coming back from injury, the Eagles could continue to trickle a few plays in with Vick while they get him used to regular season action once again. Getting ready for Vick also takes time away from standard preparation for defenses facing the Eagles. |
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Eagles | Vick takes part in 11 plays Week 3 Sun Sep 27, 05:47 PM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick was in for 11 plays during the team's Week 3 game. He lined up at wide receiver once, took the snap in the shotgun formation nine times and lined up under center once. Vick finished 0-for-2 passing and had one run for seven yards.
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Eagles | Vick expected to run wildcat offense in Week 3 Sat Sep 26, 10:47 AM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick is expected to run the team's version of the wildcat offense in Week 3. Vick might take a few snaps at quarterback and line up as a receiver or running back. 'We put some things in for him,' head coach Andy Reid said Friday, Sept. 25. 'He will be up and we'll go from there.'
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Eagles | Likely to have three active QBs Sunday Fri Sep 25, 03:58 PM
The Associated Press reports the Philadelphia Eagles are likely to have three quarterbacks active Sunday, Sept. 27, with QB Donovan McNabb (rib) hurt. McNabb is doubtful to play against the Kansas City Chiefs, which means QBs Kevin Kolb, Michael Vick and Jeff Garcia might all be active. Kolb will be making his second straight start, Vick is expected to be used in the team's version of the wildcat offense and Garcia will be the backup to Kolb.
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Eagles | Vick to see time Week 3 Thu Sep 24, 01:31 PM
Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg said QB Michael Vick will see playing time in Week 3 but it is not known how much Vick will play.
| Our view: The Eagles have been running the Wildcat offense, with varying success, while Vick has been out. Now that he's back from suspension, and with Donovan McNabb out, we should see more passing for the Wildcat from Vick. |
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Eagles | Have package of plays designed for Vick Wed Sep 23, 09:48 AM
Peter King, of SI.com, reports the Philadelphia Eagles have a 10-play package in place for QB Michael Vick.
Michael Vick player page Eagles | Unsure who No. 2 quarterback could be Week 3 Mon Sep 21, 12:51 PM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid is not sure whether QB Jeff Garcia or QB Michael Vick would be the backup quarterback if QB Kevin Kolb starts in Week 3. Kolb would receive the starting nod if QB Donovan McNabb (rib) is unable to play.
| Our view: With the way that Kolb played against the Saints, it wouldn't surprise us to see Vick or Garcia in the lineup if Kolb's struggles continue. |
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Eagles | Week 2 Inactives Sun Sep 20, 11:51 AM
The Philadelphia Eagles have declared WR Brandon Gibson, QB Donovan McNabb, LB Joe Mays, QB Michael Vick, OL Mike McGlynn, SS Quintin Demps, WR Reggie Brown, OG Todd Herremans inactive for Week 2.
| Our view: Kevin Kolb gets the call to start in Philadelphia, but Jeff Garcia will have his helmet in hand if Kolb struggles. DeSean Jackson is active, but temper your expectations for all Eagle WR today. |
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Eagles | Vick allowed to practice this week Tue Sep 15, 07:03 PM
The Philadelphia Eagles have announced QB Michael Vick will be able to practice this week but will not be able to play in Week 2.
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Eagles | Vick to discuss dogfighting at Philadelphia school Tue Sep 8, 12:46 PM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick will speak to a group of high school students Tuesday, Sept. 8, about dogfighting and animal rights. Vick will appear at Nueva Esperanza Academy in Philadelphia's Hunting Park neighborhood. He will be joined by Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States.
| Our view: Brian Seltzer from ESPN 950 in Philadelphia reported on his twitter feed: Vick just wrapped up roughly 10 min speech. Message 'Easy to do wrong things, but hard to do right things.' 'Use me as an example.' |
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Eagles | Vick placed on Exempt/Commissioners Permission list Sat Sep 5, 06:11 PM
Chris McPherson, of PhiladelphiaEagles.com, reports the Philadelphia Eagles have placed QB Michael Vick on the Exempt/Commissioners Permission list. He is eligible to return for Week 3.
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Eagles | McNabb talks positive about Vick addition Sat Sep 5, 02:15 PM
Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb said the addition of QB Michael Vick really adds a new dimension to the team's offense and running game. He said Vick's addition will keep defenses guessing. McNabb said he did lobby to have Vick added, and the two have been friends for a number of years.
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Eagles | Vick struggles Thursday Fri Sep 4, 12:06 AM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick struggled during the team's preseason finale Thursday, Sept. 3. Vick was sacked four times, threw an interception and lost a fumble in the game. Vick finished 7-for-11 for 26 yards passing with seven carries for 35 yards and a two-yard rushing touchdown.
| Our view: Vick still barely looks like the dangerous open field threat he was for the Falcons. |
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Eagles | Vick will be eligible to play Week 3 Thu Sep 3, 04:27 PM
Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick will be eligible to play in the team's Week 3 game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
| Our view: The Eagles will now decide the fate of backup QB A.J. Feeley. Several teams are interested in trading for the long time backup, and if the Eagles do get rid of him they will only dress two quarterbacks the first two weeks of the season. |
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Eagles | Goodell meets with Vick Thu Sep 3, 12:30 PM
Updating a previous item, ESPNews reports NFL commissioner Roger Goodell met with Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick Thursday, Sept. 3.
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Eagles | Goodell to meet Vick Thursday Thu Sep 3, 10:28 AM
Sam Farmer, of the Los Angeles Times, reports via his Twitter account that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell plans to meet with Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick Thursday, Sept. 3, for a final reinstatement decision.
| Our view: Commissioner Goodell will fully reinstate Vick by no later than week six of the regular season. The decision is crucial for the Eagles, because they would likely trade QB A.J. Feeley if Vick is available for the regular season opener. |
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Eagles | Expect decision on Vick by Saturday Wed Sep 2, 04:52 PM
Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN, reports the Philadelphia Eagles expect NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to make a decision on QB Michael Vick's full instatement by Saturday, Sept. 5, according to league sources. Goodell and Vick are expected to meet soon, according to a league source.
| Our view: It is widely believed that commissioner Roger Goodell will let Vick come back during week three of the regular season, even though he could suspend him until week six. Depending on the commissioner's ruling, we could see A.J. Feeley dealt as the Eagles don't want to carry four quarterbacks. |
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Eagles | Wildcat will resume when Vick is reinstated Tue Sep 1, 01:15 PM
Jeff McLane, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said the team is going to continue using their Wildcat package when QB Michael Vick is reinstated by the league. The team doesn't feel Vick entering mid-drive disrupts the continuity of the offense.
| Our view: This news may upset starter Donovan McNabb, who felt the offense struggled to get into a rhythm because of Vick rotating in and out of the lineup. The Eagles are smart to use Vick as a change of pace QB to keep the defense on their toes. |
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Eagles | Vick to play second half Thursday Mon Aug 31, 06:34 PM
Jeff McLane, of the Philadelphia Inquirer, reports Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said during a radio interview that QB Michael Vick will be used occasionally in the first half and will take over at quarterback in the second half of the team's preseason game Thursday, Sept. 3.
| Our view: Vick was pretty rusty in his debut against the Jaguars last week, but he still showed flashes of the player he used to be. The Eagles are going to give him an extended look, as they try and figure out how to best carry Vick on the roster. If they label him as the emergency quarterback, then they can't shuffle him in and out of the lineup. If they carry three active quarterbacks, then they will sacrifice an active spot usually filled by a key special teamer. |
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Eagles | Mornhinweg doesn't think Vick disrupts offense Sun Aug 30, 07:37 PM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg does not think the addition of QB Michael Vick will disrupt the offense. Mornhinweg said, "It's not going to be a disruption. Believe me, it won't be. It's not an issue."
Michael Vick player page Eagles | Mornhinweg defends Eagles offensive rhythm Sun Aug 30, 07:36 PM
ProFootballTalk.com reports Thursday night, Donovan McNabb plainly stated (and gestured) that the rhythm of the Eagles offense suffered in Michael Vick's first game. Sunday morning, Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg was busy pooh-poohing the notion. "It was new," said Mornhinweg in a transcript provided by the team. "Listen, I understand the rhythm and all of that, but one play here and there is not going to disrupt the rhythm. It won't happen. So we'll continue to do that and Michael will help us in some of those situations."
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Eagles | Vick will play Thursday Sat Aug 29, 02:40 PM
ESPN.com reports Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said QB Michael Vick played well in the team's preseason game Thursday, Aug. 27, and will play in the final preseason game Thursday, Sept. 3.
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Eagles | Vick at 70% Fri Aug 28, 04:35 PM
The Philadelphia Daily News reports that Michael Vick was at 70% physically by his own estimation when he played on Thursday, August 27.
| Our view: That sounds about right based on how he looked. The crowd at Lincoln Financial certainly got excited when Vick was in, but he looked like a shadow of the player he used to be. |
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Eagles | Vick takes part in six plays Thursday Thu Aug 27, 11:36 PM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick took part in a total of six plays during his preseason debut Thursday, Aug. 27. Vick lined up as a receiver in the slot for one play, ran once for one yard and completed all four of his passes for 19 yards.
| Our view: Vick and Donovan McNabb lined up together a few times just to give regular season opponents something to think about when they prepare for the Eagles. |
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Eagles | Vick to be used at QB, in wildcat Thursday Thu Aug 27, 03:47 PM
Updating a previous report, Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick is expected to initially be used as a quarterback and then in the Wildcat formation in the team's preseason game Thursday, Aug. 27.
| Our view: Andy Reid would be smart to use Vick in a number of different ways. We're sure that Vick will be somewhat nervous and anxious to get back onto the football field. |
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Eagles | Vick to play in first quarter Thursday Thu Aug 27, 02:10 PM
ESPNews reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick will play in the first quarter of the team's preseason game as a quarterback Thursday, Aug. 27.
| Our view: NFL Fans and Eagles honks will be on the edge of their seat as we get to see what Michael Vick looks like in his first live action in two years. |
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Eagles | Want to see how Vick does on the field Thu Aug 27, 12:23 PM
ESPN's John Clayton reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick has been throwing the football well during practice, but the team wants to see how he performs on the field during the preseason after not playing for the past few years.
| Our view: It's a lot different when the game is live, and we could see a very rusty Michael Vick in tonight's game. |
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Eagles | Creditors approve Vick's repayment plan Thu Aug 27, 10:09 AM
The Associated Press reports the creditors Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick must pay back have approved his plan to pay them back and get out of bankruptcy, according to a court filing.
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Eagles | Meet with animal rights groups Tue Aug 25, 11:00 PM
The Associated Press reports the Philadelphia Eagles are looking at ways they can join forces with animal rights groups to combat dogfighting. The team has drawn criticism for signing QB Michael Vick, who was convicted of dogfighting. Tom Hickey of DogPAC says he believes the upshot of the meeting was that the team has a responsibility to battle dog fighting because they signed Vick. Team spokeswoman Pamela Browner-Crawley says the Eagles have an obligation to the community to discourage dog fighting or any animal abuse.
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Eagles | Vick suing woman linked to Ponzi scheme Tue Aug 25, 11:00 PM
The Associated Press reports federal prosecutors have charged a woman that once advised Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick and several other NFL players with stealing $3 million from eight victims in a Ponzi scheme. Prosecutors say Mary Wong worked out of her home and purported to sell investments in luxury properties along with private jets and other investments. According to the indictment, Wong used the money she raised to support her other businesses as well as her lifestyle. Prosecutors say some money was used to pay past investors.
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Eagles | Westbrook, Vick to play Thursday Tue Aug 25, 09:07 PM
Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports on his Twitter feed that Eagles RB Brian Westbrook and QB Michael Vick will play in the team's third preseason game on Thursday, August 27.
| Our view: Westbrook's ADP is as low as it's going to get before the season starts. Enjoy getting him in the second round of PPR leagues while you can. |
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Eagles | Vick to debut Thursday Tue Aug 25, 01:33 PM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick will make his preseason debut Thursday, Aug. 27, versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. Head coach Andy Reid said he is unsure how much Vick will play, however Vick will not see time in the fourth quarter. "Michael will have an opportunity to play Thursday," said Reid at a news conference Tuesday. "It's been two years, we'll see how it works out," Reid stated. "We'll see what he can do. He wants to get in. He's kind of set this as a goal and so did we. I think he's excited to get out there."
| Our view: NFL fans and fantasy owners are curious to see what Vick looks like after 2 years away from the game. The Eagles may carry Vick as their 3rd quarterback, but make him active on gameday so he can enter the lineup on certain offensive packages. |
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Eagles | Teammates say Vick ready to go Mon Aug 24, 01:48 PM
ESPN.com reports Philadelphia Eagles players believe QB Michael Vick is ready to play in the team's upcoming preseason game. 'As a defensive guy watching, I think he's ready,' SS Quintin Mikell said. Head coach Andy Reid will probably make a decision Tuesday, Aug. 25, on whether Vick will make his Eagles debut in the preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Thursday, Aug. 27.
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Eagles | Vick has hearing set for Thursday Mon Aug 24, 05:51 AM
Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick will appear in bankruptcy court in Newport News, Va., Thursday, Aug. 27, to testify at the confirmation hearing for his Chapter 11 reorganization plan. Vick will then fly back to Philadelphia to be eligible to play in the team's preseason game, according to a source.
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Eagles | Vick likely to make debut this week Sun Aug 23, 06:20 AM
The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick will make his debut during the team's next preseason game if everything goes well in practice the next few days. Vick has been working the majority of his time at quarterback since joining the team a week ago.
| Our view: Vick has been playing quarterback in practice, but Andy Reid is a smart guy and will use him as a utility player. We have a feeling that during the regular season Vick could line up all over the field. The Eagles know that teams will have to gameplan for Vick, and throwing out a few looks with Vick at wide receiver or running back would confuse a defense. |
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Eagles | Local animal rights groups to meet with team officials Sat Aug 22, 02:32 PM
Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports senior members of the Philadelphia Eagles organization will meet with the leaders of several Philadelphia-area animal rights groups Monday, Aug. 24, to discuss if and how their groups might partner with QB Michael Vick, according to sources.
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Eagles | Vick not guaranteed to play in third preseason game Fri Aug 21, 04:10 PM
Sean Leahy, of USAToday.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said there is no guarantee that QB Michael Vick will play in the team's next preseason game. Reid said he will see how Vick does in practice next week before deciding.
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Eagles | Reid won't commit to playing Vick in next game Fri Aug 21, 11:43 AM
The Philadelphia Daily News is reporting Eagles coach Andy Reid left open the possibility last night that Michael Vick would play in the team's third exhibition game next week, but he would not guarantee it. "He had a good week of work," Reid said. "He got a good workout in today. We'll see how he does next week. We're shooting for the third game. We'll see. We've just got to get a feel on him throughout the week."
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Eagles | Vick expected to play in next preseason game Fri Aug 21, 07:41 AM
CBSSports.com reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick is expected to play in the team's preseason game Thursday, Aug. 27.
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