Vick Comeback in '09??

I am not defending what he may or may not have done, but I am glad that he may get out early. Michael Vick has orchestrated a way to get early released from prison.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick could be getting out of federal prison much earlier than anticipated after applying for a prison-monitored drug rehabilitation program and evidently being moved into the program in Leavenworth, Kan. Under the program, Vick could be released after serving only 12 months of the 23-month sentence Vick was given Dec. 10 in Richmond, Va. The program could have Vick out of prison by the end of this year and perhaps back in the NFL by the 2009 season.

As it stands, Vick’s 23-month prison term could translate to a release in the summer of 2009, putting his attempts at a return to the NFL for that season in jeopardy. But if Vick were to be released in late 2008 or early 2009, his opportunity to return to the league after missing only two seasons would be boosted significantly. Members of Vick’s camp continue to hope that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell will decline to tack on a lengthy suspension following Vick’s release from prison.

Via Bossip

Michael Vick Gets 23

Michael Vick was given 23 months today for taking part in a dog fighting conspiracy that involved killing pit bulls and gambling. Vick received one month less than two years for time already served. Vick also faces state charges in addition to the federal conviction.

After making apologies to his family and the court, Vick was scolded by U.S. District Judge Henry E. Hudson for not remembering his fans.

"You need to apologize to the millions of young people who looked up to you."

Mike Vick Surrenders

Michael Vick surrender to U.S. marshals today, three weeks before his formal sentencing was to take place.

According to ESPN, the former Atlanta Falcons star made arrangements with the U.S. Marshal Service to turn himself in today to begin serving his sentence -- meaning whatever sentence the judge hands down on December 10 could potentially end earlier.

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Cartoon of the Day: Vick and Jury

Thanks to Katt for sending this!