Michael Vick

With the impending prison release of former Atlanta Falcons superstar Michael Vick on the horizon, there are a number of factors and issues the National Football League has to consider and prepare to deal with. This situation is, for obvious reasons, a highly sensitive and potentially explosive one that Commissioner Roger Goodell will have to thoroughly review and handle appropriately – which there’s no doubt he’ll do. Regardless of ones personal feelings about Vick, the fact is he’ll soon complete his prison sentence and fulfill the conditions of his punishment for the crimes he committed. So as far as society [...]

So the New York Jets on Saturday pulled off a fantastic deal, in every way. In the boldest move in franchise history, the usually conservative and low-key Gang Green traded up for USC hot shot QB Mark Sanchez. Granted, all trades and draft picks look great four months before the season opener. But for the Jets, this was a deal to not just improve the talent on the roster but a terrific public relations coup that greatly improves the team’s impact and relationship with the fans and community. But less than 48 hours later, in the midst of all the [...]