I haven't been following the Michael Vick saga too much. I knew about the dog fighting and how he spent some time in jail. What got me more interested was the recent sign-on deal he has now with the Philadelphia Eagles.
I keep hearing in his defense that he made a mistake and deserves a second chance. Hmm, first of all, it wasn't just one mistake, it was a repeated mistake, costing many dogs their lives. He also profited off their violent deaths.
Is this the type of sports hero we're suppose to just stand up for and cheer?
He is a sports figure, and he has an obligation to his team and fans (whether he wants to admit to that or not). He disregarded both when he involved himself in this barbaric, childish, form of entertainment.
It makes me sick that the Eagles would even consider letting him play.
In the end, I'm sure the controversy will die down and it will be a thing of the past. I hope not, I hope sports fans, dog lovers and society in general will not let Mr. Vick forget.
My editorial sketch of Mr. Vick that will be publish in tomorrow's York Daily Record.
