Mike Vick Indicted

[digitaldean]

You should see how the Falcons' fans are reacting. It's the proverbial

http://www.ajc.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/ajc/town-talk/entries/2007/07/17/whats_next_in_t.html?cxntlid=inform

After Vick's little water bottle stunt at the airport and flipping the bird to ATL fans they've had it. (not to mention the "adventures of Ron Mexico")

I think Arthur Blank can't stop wiping off the egg on his face after supporting this clown.

Goodell has suspended Pacman for a whole season without a conviction and Tank Johnson for violating a parole agreement. Somehow, Goodell could be pressured into acting harshly with Vick.

Now Bobby Petrino walks into: Justin Babineaux charged with felony animal cruelty when his pit bull died of "blunt force trauma to the head". Then catering to Vick ends up blowing up in his face with this indictment.

What is with these idiots?? Sheer greed and narcissism.

[Joemailman]

According to the story, the name of the Dog Fighting Operation is Bad Newz Kennels. On Vick's website he lists his place of birth as Newport News aka Bad News. He must be even dumber than I thought.

I suspect the league will probably wait to see if Atlanta releases Vick. If that happens, a suspension wouldn't be necessary.

[digitaldean]

If there is an shred of a chance, ATL could cut Vick if this violates the personal conduct clause. (I think amt. and severity of the animal cruelty would easily do it, if proven in court).

[MJZiggy]

According to the story, the name of the Dog Fighting Operation is Bad Newz Kennels. On Vick's website he lists his place of birth as Newport News aka Bad News. He must be even dumber than I thought.

I suspect the league will probably wait to see if Atlanta releases Vick. If that happens, a suspension wouldn't be necessary.

They will suspend anyway on the off chance that the Bengals find themselves needing a QB.

[Scott Campbell]

Re: Mike Vick Indicted

If convicted on the Travel Act portion of the conspiracy charge, each defendant faces a statutory maximum of five years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and full restitution.

I don't get it. What does "full restitution" mean?

[Rastak]

Re: Mike Vick Indicted

If convicted on the Travel Act portion of the conspiracy charge, each defendant faces a statutory maximum of five years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and full restitution.

I don't get it. What does "full restitution" mean?

He has to raise all the dogs back from the dead or he can't leave prison?

[Iron Mike]

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[cpk1994]

You should see how the Falcons' fans are reacting. It's the proverbial

http://www.ajc.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/ajc/town-talk/entries/2007/07/17/whats_next_in_t.html?cxntlid=inform

After Vick's little water bottle stunt at the airport and flipping the bird to ATL fans they've had it. (not to mention the "adventures of Ron Mexico")

I think Arthur Blank can't stop wiping off the egg on his face after supporting this clown.

Goodell has suspended Pacman for a whole season without a conviction and Tank Johnson for violating a parole agreement. Somehow, Goodell could be pressured into acting harshly with Vick.

Now Bobby Petrino walks into: Justin Babineaux charged with felony animal cruelty when his pit bull died of "blunt force trauma to the head". Then catering to Vick ends up blowing up in his face with this indictment.

What is with these idiots?? Sheer greed and narcissism.

THere is a big difference btween the case of Vick & the cases of JOhnson & Jones. Johnson and Jones are repeat offenders while Vick is considered a first time offender. Goodell only acted on Jones and Johnson AFTER they had repeated brushes with the law in a short period of time. Vick has only this indictment so the NFL will allow due process before making a decison on Vick.

[Guiness]

what he (cpk) said.

First time offender, the NFL has to wait. Wouldn't matter if the charge was murder...

[packinpatland]

what he (cpk) said.

First time offender, the NFL has to wait. Wouldn't matter if the charge was murder...

First time offender

There's something about that term that is bothersome. The many page indictment shows this had been going on awhile. This may be the first time he got caught. He's not a first time offender. It's apparent he's been involved in this offensive activity for a long time.

[Merlin]

Even though Vick deserves this because the guy thinks the rules don't apply to him, we all know our justice system is all about how much you can afford. Vick has deep pockets. I Don't see this going anywhere but a slap on the wrist.

[GrnBay007]

Although Vick is technically a first-time offender, there will be tremendous pressure on NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to suspend Vick for two games before there is a resolution to his court case. Goodell probably feels justified in suspending Vick because the player told him that he was never involved in dog fighting.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7033162

[packinpatland]

Although Vick is technically a first-time offender, there will be tremendous pressure on NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to suspend Vick for two games before there is a resolution to his court case. Goodell probably feels justified in suspending Vick because the player told him that he was never involved in dog fighting.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7033162

Did you read the last paragraph in this ^ article?!

Outside of Peyton Manning and Tom Brady, there isn't a bigger name in the NFL than Michael Vick. This indictment, regardless of the outcome, has put a black eye on the popular Vick — and the NFL — in the process.


I was agreeing with the guy was saying until that.^

[Joemailman]

One thing to keep in mind is that salary cap issues could make it very difficult for Atlanta to release Vick even if the wanted to. In December of 2004, Vick signed a 130 million dollar extension which included 37 million in guaranteed money. I don't know how much of that 37 million is yet to be prorated, but it must be substantial.

In addition, as of February 12, 2007, Atlanta was believed to be only 3.8 million under the salary cap. Thewrefore, it would appear that they can't take a huge salary cap hit without making serious cuts in their roster.

[Rastak]

One thing to keep in mind is that salary cap issues could make it very difficult for Atlanta to release Vick even if the wanted to. In December of 2004, Vick signed a 130 million dollar extension which included 37 million in guaranteed money. I don't know how much of that 37 million is yet to be prorated, but it must be substantial.

In addition, as of February 12, 2007, Atlanta was believed to be only 3.8 million under the salary cap. Thewrefore, it would appear that they can't take a huge salary cap hit without making serious cuts in their roster.

I read somewhere that it would be painful but they could do it.