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Vick Looks Solid in First Practice

By Harry Kimball,  Newser Staff

Posted Aug 15, 2009 2:55 PM CDT

(Newser) – Michael Vick returned with his No. 7 to the football field today, running the scouts' offense in practice with the Philadelphia Eagles. How'd he do? Apparently, not bad for an ex-con: "His first toss ... was a little wobbler over the middle to Danny Amendola," notes the Eagles blog of the Inquirer. "He looked better during one-on-ones, hitting Jeremy Maclin deep with a few bombs."

Vick also practiced briefly with the main squad, giving a playful fist pump after completing his one and only pass, notes the AP. He even got a bear hug from starter Donovan McNabb. “We have to get him in football shape,” said coach Andy Reid. "He's very fortunate he knows the foundation of this offense. That will speed things up.”

Philadelphia Eagles quartebacks Donovan McNabb, right, and Michael Vick look on during afternoon practice.
Philadelphia Eagles quartebacks Donovan McNabb, right, and Michael Vick look on during afternoon practice.   (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
New Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick.
New Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick.   (AP Photo)
Michael Vick, center, with Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid, left, and former Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, right.
Michael Vick, center, with Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid, left, and former Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, right.   (AP Photo)
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick throws the ball during afternoon practice at NFL football training camp in Philadelphia, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick throws the ball during afternoon practice at NFL football training camp in Philadelphia, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009.   (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick throws the ball during afternoon practice at NFL football training camp in Philadelphia, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick throws the ball during afternoon practice at NFL football training camp in Philadelphia, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009.   (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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COMMENTS
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Forderon
Aug 16, 2009 12:22 PM CDT
Are we gonna have these same comments over and over every time there's a Vick story? Get over it already.
tazsugs
Aug 16, 2009 3:39 AM CDT
it would be ok that hes getting a second chance after doing such horrible things ,but the average person does not get the same chance .the average person would have a tough time getting a job at the local gas station.
iamacidangel
Aug 15, 2009 11:36 AM CDT
Anyways, this story seems to paint a picture of Vick playing a little more than first reported. On cnnsi they reported he only took 1 snap under center! Which seems preposterus, even if he is the 4th QB on the depth chart.

 
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