Comments on: A visit to the mound: The Michael Vick Era Begins http://www.almostathletes.com/2009/08/17/mound-visit-vick/ the blog for people whose sports knowledge surpasses their ability... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:32:27 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8 hourly 1 By: Brad K. http://www.almostathletes.com/2009/08/17/mound-visit-vick/comment-page-1/#comment-146 Brad K. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:23:27 +0000 http://www.almostathletes.com/?p=718#comment-146 Does everyone forget that this guy went to Green Bay and beat the Packers to get to the NFC Championship game? How about the 30 yard run against our beloved Eagles that got called back because of a mysterious holding flag. He was that close to a Super Bowl. The guy can change games in an instance. Or at least the Mike Vick from two years ago could. Does everyone forget that this guy went to Green Bay and beat the Packers to get to the NFC Championship game? How about the 30 yard run against our beloved Eagles that got called back because of a mysterious holding flag. He was that close to a Super Bowl. The guy can change games in an instance. Or at least the Mike Vick from two years ago could.

]]> By: John Gordon http://www.almostathletes.com/2009/08/17/mound-visit-vick/comment-page-1/#comment-139 John Gordon Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:30:00 +0000 http://www.almostathletes.com/?p=718#comment-139 Not saying I like the guy, or agree with it, but the deal is done so we might as well use him to the best of his ability. Thats just it tho, just because he is in a formation doesnt mean he is getting the ball, but you still need your best guy, or 2 other defenders on him to be safe, he is just another body that will be a threat, and in my book that makes about 7 birds at any given time. Even if he never sets foot on the field, he isnt on one of the other 16 teams we face, or, hopefully, any other we'll see in the post season. If you look at it that way, he cant hurt us. And sorry im not buying into the publicity stunt, the reason people are watching the phils is because its baseball season, which happens every year.... except for that strike....when the eagles are on they'll have the fans no matter what. Not saying I like the guy, or agree with it, but the deal is done so we might as well use him to the best of his ability. Thats just it tho, just because he is in a formation doesnt mean he is getting the ball, but you still need your best guy, or 2 other defenders on him to be safe, he is just another body that will be a threat, and in my book that makes about 7 birds at any given time. Even if he never sets foot on the field, he isnt on one of the other 16 teams we face, or, hopefully, any other we’ll see in the post season. If you look at it that way, he cant hurt us. And sorry im not buying into the publicity stunt, the reason people are watching the phils is because its baseball season, which happens every year…. except for that strike….when the eagles are on they’ll have the fans no matter what.

]]> By: John Gordon http://www.almostathletes.com/2009/08/17/mound-visit-vick/comment-page-1/#comment-138 John Gordon Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:18:15 +0000 http://www.almostathletes.com/?p=718#comment-138 After hearing mcnabb talk it sounds like Vick and him will be seeing time together, and both will be taking snaps while the other is on the field. Some can argue its been done already and teams will be ready, but you really think teams can game plan for westbrook, jackson, maclin, vick, and mcnabb, throw Celek in there and thats a headache for any Defensive Coordinator....o and the dynamic Hank Basket. After hearing mcnabb talk it sounds like Vick and him will be seeing time together, and both will be taking snaps while the other is on the field. Some can argue its been done already and teams will be ready, but you really think teams can game plan for westbrook, jackson, maclin, vick, and mcnabb, throw Celek in there and thats a headache for any Defensive Coordinator….o and the dynamic Hank Basket.

]]> By: Phillippi http://www.almostathletes.com/2009/08/17/mound-visit-vick/comment-page-1/#comment-137 Phillippi Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:27:11 +0000 http://www.almostathletes.com/?p=718#comment-137 I've heard McNabb has been texting with Vick for weeks now. Why is this news coming out Monday? They've already interviewed McNabb about it Friday. So you need to have another little press conference again to explain that it was you who talked the Eagles into getting Vick? I think that is a total lie, and I think that was done from Lurie and Banner. Lurie and Banner did not want to take full responsibility for a move that would cause the problems it has. Also, yes, Lurie made this move partially for the Eagles losing some of its status as the top sport in Philly. Phillies have been taking over, many bandwagon jumpers who never even watched the Phillies now all like the Phillies now. Which goes back to an Old AlmostAthletes piece about going to Phils games and having to now deal with so many young drunk kids who have no idea about anything, but just there for a good time. The Eagles will always be one of the most popular in this City. They did hit the panic button though. Vick can add SO much to our team with his athleticism. I think of plays where you see McNabb, Vick and Westbrook in the backfield. Or on random 2nd or 3rd downs and McNabb runs out and Vick comes in. Defenses would be a little uneasy on what to do. Their are plenty of plays you can do now. Yea, Wildcat can work. But like Dave said, Defenses are too good in NFL. Even the Lions can figure things out, they just lack talent. Wildcat for that 1 week with Dolphins against Patriots was a high percentage play. Ever since that week, it took coaches 1 week to look at footage and figure it out. It is now a low percentage play. I am sure all coaches who have the Eagles to deal with, will figure out plays to stop most scenarious. It wouldn't be that much of a suprise if they bring Vick in on a random down. Gee, I wonder what the Eagles will do this play? It's a matter of stopping Vick, once he runs. But just ask the Eagles, because they made him look like an ass in the NFC Championship. Hollis Thomas almost murdered him. I would've really enjoyed the Eagles not having Vick. as a QB he's as worthless as Ryan Leaf. As an Athlete? Yea, ok, Hes amazing. But the Eagles have Mcnabb, Westbrook, McCoy, Jackson and Maclin. We really did not need Vick. There are many guys from Audubon that are not agreeing with me. Not that I care at all what they say. But when I hear the Eagles now are a Super Bowl team..that just baffles me. Since when did Vick become Tom Brady? When did Vick ever go to the Super Bowl? And we have the exact same chances of getting to the Super Bowl with the weapons we already had. I’ve heard McNabb has been texting with Vick for weeks now. Why is this news coming out Monday? They’ve already interviewed McNabb about it Friday. So you need to have another little press conference again to explain that it was you who talked the Eagles into getting Vick? I think that is a total lie, and I think that was done from Lurie and Banner. Lurie and Banner did not want to take full responsibility for a move that would cause the problems it has. Also, yes, Lurie made this move partially for the Eagles losing some of its status as the top sport in Philly. Phillies have been taking over, many bandwagon jumpers who never even watched the Phillies now all like the Phillies now. Which goes back to an Old AlmostAthletes piece about going to Phils games and having to now deal with so many young drunk kids who have no idea about anything, but just there for a good time. The Eagles will always be one of the most popular in this City. They did hit the panic button though. Vick can add SO much to our team with his athleticism. I think of plays where you see McNabb, Vick and Westbrook in the backfield. Or on random 2nd or 3rd downs and McNabb runs out and Vick comes in. Defenses would be a little uneasy on what to do. Their are plenty of plays you can do now. Yea, Wildcat can work. But like Dave said, Defenses are too good in NFL. Even the Lions can figure things out, they just lack talent. Wildcat for that 1 week with Dolphins against Patriots was a high percentage play. Ever since that week, it took coaches 1 week to look at footage and figure it out. It is now a low percentage play. I am sure all coaches who have the Eagles to deal with, will figure out plays to stop most scenarious. It wouldn’t be that much of a suprise if they bring Vick in on a random down. Gee, I wonder what the Eagles will do this play? It’s a matter of stopping Vick, once he runs. But just ask the Eagles, because they made him look like an ass in the NFC Championship. Hollis Thomas almost murdered him.

I would’ve really enjoyed the Eagles not having Vick. as a QB he’s as worthless as Ryan Leaf. As an Athlete? Yea, ok, Hes amazing. But the Eagles have Mcnabb, Westbrook, McCoy, Jackson and Maclin. We really did not need Vick. There are many guys from Audubon that are not agreeing with me. Not that I care at all what they say. But when I hear the Eagles now are a Super Bowl team..that just baffles me. Since when did Vick become Tom Brady? When did Vick ever go to the Super Bowl? And we have the exact same chances of getting to the Super Bowl with the weapons we already had.

]]> By: Adam D http://www.almostathletes.com/2009/08/17/mound-visit-vick/comment-page-1/#comment-136 Adam D Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:19:39 +0000 http://www.almostathletes.com/?p=718#comment-136 As an athlete, you have to respect a piece of the decision. out of 64 QB's (1st and second string on the 32 NFL Teams) He is in the top 32. If the guy flies right and does his job for the next 2 years he's grossed over 7mil. And from there if he is moved, he will get another lucrative deal. Public patience will need to be exercised for this highly scrutinized personality. This is a serious case of "the back up QB is the most popular guy on the team" As an athlete, you have to respect a piece of the decision. out of 64 QB’s (1st and second string on the 32 NFL Teams) He is in the top 32. If the guy flies right and does his job for the next 2 years he’s grossed over 7mil. And from there if he is moved, he will get another lucrative deal. Public patience will need to be exercised for this highly scrutinized personality. This is a serious case of “the back up QB is the most popular guy on the team”

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