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Vick Signs With Eagles

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(Newser) – Michael Vick is back in the NFL. The recently released dog-fighter signed a surprise two-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, reports ESPN. Vick—who claims debt of about $4 million—will get $1.6 million the first year with the possibility of $5.2 million the second. He can immediately start practicing and can play in the final two preseason games, but the league won't decide when he can play a regular-season game until about Week 6. Date to watch: The Eagles play the Falcons in Atlanta on Dec. 6.

The Eagles weren't thought to be in the running for Vick because they already have a big-name starting QB in Donovan McNabb, notes the New York Times. McNabb led the Eagles to the NFC championship game last season, though he did get benched at one point. Given McNabb's sometimes rocky relationship with the team and its fans, expect Vick to challenge him for the starting spot before the season's out.

Michael Vick in 2006, while with the Falcons.
Michael Vick in 2006, while with the Falcons.   (AP Photo/Rob Carr, File)
Michael Vick in July.
Michael Vick in July.   (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)
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Timinator2K
Aug 13, 09 8:55 PM CDT
A POX UPON FILTHYDELPHIA! Reply
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Jayster999
Aug 14, 09 2:45 AM CDT
Vick is a dick. They should stuff cheeseburgers in his pockets and turn a pack of pit bulls loose on him.
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DontLikeYou
Aug 13, 09 9:01 PM CDT
As an Atlanta fan, I can tell you we were sick of Vick even before he did the dog fight thing. He was a pretty good quarter back for a couple of years, but the media over-hyped his talent. Reply
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Timinator2K
Aug 13, 09 9:20 PM CDT
He's going to find out up-close-and-personal who the dog lovers are on opposing NFL defenses.
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kokuaguy
Aug 13, 09 9:04 PM CDT
I wish him well. Reply
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