Michael Vick’s past remains appalling but shouldn’t disqualify him from coaching
What Michael Vick did to dogs was inhumane, but he has worked hard to atone for his mistakes and should be allowed back into the NFL.
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December 20, 2019
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The NFL recently announced that Michael Vick was selected as one of four NFL “legends” to be captains at the 2020 Pro Bowl. Some people are okay with this, while others, remembering his conviction and time served for leading a dogfighting ring, are appalled and adamantly oppose it.
What Michael Vick did to dogs was inhumane, but he has worked hard to atone for his mistakes and should be allowed back into the NFL.
Michael Vick served his time. But forgiving him and celebrating him are two different things.
Was convicted and served his time.
Works with Humane Society to speak against dogfighting.
He seems remorseful.
He deserves a second chance.
He tortured defenseless dogs.
Served his time and returned to the NFL, seemingly, as if nothing happened.
NFL treats him as an NFL great.
If Colin Kaepernick, who did far less, can’t get back into the NFL, why should Vick be allowed back in?
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Vick is far from the only person in the league to have made mistakes.
Let him coach. He has paid his debt to society. What else should he do?
When compared to others who have had their image tarnished, Vick seems to get a pass on his past transgressions. I think he should get a second chance, but it seems no one even mentions his past anymore.