ajc.com - 6/12/2009
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The Atlanta Falcons released quarterback Michael Vick Friday morning, team officials confirmed. The team had been seeking to trade the former star quarterback, who was suspended by the NFL after his conviction on dog-fighting charges. He last played for the Falcons in 2006.“We spent a ...
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sportressofblogitude.com —
You know, except for the “if it comes
back to you, it is yours” part. Methinks the...
organization would prefer no further association with the guy. Unable to work out a trade, the Atlanta Falcons have officially released Michael Vick. He is now able to pursue any opportunities to play ...
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The Atlanta Falcons Must Be Testing Out The Theory That ...
eatdrinkandsleepfootball.com - 6/13/2009
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eatdrinkandsleepfootball.com —
Not surprisingly, the Atlanta Falcons have released suspended
quarterback Michael Vick, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of the...
Atlanta Journal-Constitution . While the Falcons sought a willing trade partner, it was unlikely that another team would have given something up to get all that comes with ...
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Falcons release Michael Vick
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The Falcons Release Vick
The Falcoholic —
The Falcons Release Vick
This is a historic day for our franchise. The final chapter of a book I wish I hadn't read is finished.
The Atlanta Falcons Release Michael Vick
The Starting Five —
... We all saw this coming. Michael Vick has been released by the Falcons. There are many many fans who will miss the thrills he gave them during his time under center in the ATL. This gives Mike a chance to sign with any team in the league. Personally, I would like to see him go to San Franciso. Coach Mike would make sure Mike does everything he’s supposed to do and will also ensure everything stays in house. Whoever picks up Vick will have to deal with constant media and Peta pressure. ...
Falcons release Michael Vick - what next?
The Scores Report - The National Sports Blog —
... The Falcons have officially released quarterback Michael Vick, ending an eight year marriage that started with Vick being selected with the number one overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft and ending with him spending the past two years in a federal penitentiary for dog-fighting. ...
The Atlanta Falcons Must Be Testing Out The Theory That “If You Love Something, Set It Free”, Right?
Sportress of Blogitude —
michael_vick_dog You know, except for the “if it comes back to you, it is yours” part. Methinks the organization would prefer no further association with the guy. Unable to work out a trade, the Atlanta Falcons have officially released Michael Vick . He is now able to pursue any opportunities to play football that come his way. Oh, just as long as NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reinstates him, which might be the more difficult aspect of the equation. Good luck with that, Michael. ...
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Shutdown Corner —
... , as I'm sure you've heard, has
been officially released by the Falcons. Pro Football Talk reports that the
Falcons will have to ...
Falcons release Michael Vick
TheDailyBlitz.com —
... “It’s a situation that we have been thinking about for quite some time,” Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said. “We did our due diligence. We’ve been searching around the league and were looking for some interest as far as a trade. ...
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Yahoo! Sports - NFL News 6/12/2009
The Michael Vick era in Atlanta is officially over. Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said the team relinquished its contractual rights to Vick on Friday. "Michael remains suspended by the NFL," Dimitroff said. "However, in ...
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Wash Post NFL 6/12/2009
ATLANTA -- The Michael Vick era in Atlanta is officially over. Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said the team relinquished its contractual rights to Vick on Friday. "Michael remains suspended by the NFL," Dimitroff said. "However, in the event ...
