Michael Vick

Michael Vick is a retired American football player from Virginia. He competed as a Quarterback in the National Football League.

Spanning over a decade, his career included playing for the Atlanta Falcons and later the Philadelphia Eagles. He also spent brief periods representing the New York Jets, and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Player Profile, High School, and College Career

Michael Dwayne Vick was born on 26 June 1980, in Newport News, Virginia, USA. The quarterback stands 183 cm tall, and his weight was last listed at 95 kg.

He attended Warwick High in his hometown. Following graduation, he committed to play for Virginia Tech between 1998 and 2000.

Professional Career

The Atlanta Falcons chose him during the 2001 NFL Draft. They picked him in round one, and he was the first overall selection. He played for the Falcons until 2006 and made appearances in the Pro Bowl in 2002, 2004, 2005, and 2010.

Following significant legal difficulties resulting in federal incarceration, he returned to professional athletics in 2009. The Philadelphia Eagles signed him, and in 2010, he was given the Comeback Player Award.

Before retiring, he saw limited action alongside both the New York Jets and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Currently, he is a Coach at Norfolk State University.

Career Highlights:

• 2010 – Comeback Player Award
• 2002, 2004, 2005, 2010 – Pro Bowl
• 1999 – Archie Griffin Trophy
• 1999 – First-team All-American