A Controversial Post
So I know that this post will draw me some heat and I understand that. But before I say anything, let me say I see both sides of the argument and am understanding of both sides. Now, here is the controversial topic: Michael Vick and the NFL.
I feel that Michael Vick should be allowed back into the NFL. As soon as he completes his house arrest (which I believe is soon), he will have paid his punishment that the Justice system felt was right. Now, whether the punishment was too light, too heavy, or just right, I can’t say. We all have our personal opinions, but the judge felt that it was right, so I’m going to trust their judgement.
The NFL also set a bad precedent by allowing Leonard Little back in the league and he was convicted of DUI Manslaughter. While I don’t agree that these two acts are acceptable by any means, how can you say that its ok for Leonard to be in the league but its not ok for Michael.
Now I’m not saying to kick Leonard out of the league, but I believe we should give Michael another chance. He has paid his debt and from everything I’ve heard, he will continue to including doing community service with the Humane Society. He will do community service outreach programs to force him to actually do something and not just speak which I agree with.
I also agree with a lot of analysts who say he should only be given the league minimum or become a member of the United Football League, which is becoming sort of a developmental league for the NFL. This would let him prove that he still has the ability to play professional football.
But I also feel if he has a big screw up, he does need to be kicked out of the league for good, because NFL have the privilage of playing there, its not a right. But I do believe we shouldn’t say “Mike Vick you get one chance, but Pacman Jones gets multiple chances.”
Gene
2 Comments
I don’t feel he should be forgiven, but he’s done the time the judicial system felt was right. I do think he shouldn’t be allowed to have dogs at his house, but I do believe in second chances. And if he becomes a model citizen shouldn’t we let him play again? If it was President Ross (not saying he would do it, but using as an example), would we give him a second chance to be our President? If he paid the proce for his crime, I would be more than willing to give him a second chance
Christina 7/23/09 3:01 pm
I don’t think its that I don’t agree with you, but clearly we have a problem in a society where these types of acts are severely punishable, but forgiving to professional athletes. Sadly, Vick will probably go on to play football, but he better leave our furry friends alone…