"I'm sorry for what I've done...."

The saga and epic downfall of Michael Vick continues... After having refuted any involvement with the alleged dog fighting on his Virginia compound, M. Vick has now coughed up the goods and pleaded guilty. Just in time to find Jesus and seek forgiveness for what he's done.
I don't know what's worse? Being now looked at as a monster by most Americans? Being suspended indefinitely from the Falcons and having them litigate you for the 20 some odd million dollars in bonuses they paid you on your $130 million dollar contract? (That hurts to even think about... what an idiot) Or having to spend the possibility of 5 years in prison?
I just can't seem to find a soft spot for this guy. He had it all - was living the dream. Then he went too far and now it's ALL gone. I just can't summon any sympathy.
Can't you blame me?

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Update on Michael Vick story

Just this past Thursday, Michael Vick pleaded not guilty to the charges brought on him for this dogfighting scandal, and his trial date has been set for November.
He categorically denies being involved in the dog fighting ring that allegedly was taking place on his Virginia property, and is determined to clear his "good name." I for one can't see a way out for him, based on the information that has been released, and after reading around the web, neither do any of the legal pundits out there.
Of course, all the usual suspects have come out in support for him, such as his adoring, hormone driven fans and his teammates, but their support sounds more like media platitudes rather than heartfelt support - "He's our teammate..." or "Mike's like a brother to me..." etc etc etc.... If I was Mike, I be like... "Nice try guys..."
Anyhow, I hope that much like what happened with the media exposure of the pet food industry after the pet food recall, that the dark world of underground animal fighting as a betting sport gets exposed and cracked down on. It's an absolute horror to think of what some of these beautiful animals are subjected to, and I can only hope that they drag out a few more of these lowlife a*%holes and give them their "just desserts."

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Lets see Michael Vick scramble out of this blitz!!!

I don't know how many of you have come across this story today, but I remember hearing about it on the news, not quite catching all the details. It appears as though one of the NFL's most recognizable quarterbacks is about to get A LOT more media attention before the season even begins!
Michael Vick, star quarterback from Virginia Tech, is being indicted on grand jury charges of running a vicious, "to the death" dogfighting ring on his property in Virginia, along with two of his friends. He established his own operation called "Bad Newz Kennels," where the dogs (mostly pitbulls) were housed, trained and fought in his own competitions (and I use that terms loosely.)
Should he be convicted he and his co-defendants could face up to six years in jail and fines in upwards of $350,000.
The disgusting parts of the story is where they cover the methods used to execute the damaged dog who lost the fight. I'd rather not talk about it. It makes me sick to my stomach, but should you choose to find out more, you can read all about it in the reference article.
I'll keep you posted as this story develops.

Reference Article: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7033242?MSNHPHCP&gt1=10239

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