Michael Vick

[PokerGob]

Buy Tickets (http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-3463114-10281827)Do you think Michael Vick will play for the Eagles in an exhibition game before the start of the season?

He is allowed to play in pre-season games and is eligible to play in the NFL after Week 6.

If you would also like to express your thoughts about Michael Vick here, feel free to vent.

[Dacooler]

I don't think he will play in the exhibition.

I think that pro sports really needs to step it up. If someone is convicted of a felony then they should be banned from pro sports. Regardless if they "did" their time or not. They should be held to a higher standard, they are role models for kids and adults alike. They make more then just about most professions out there. But I believe that this is one reason that felons are still allowed to play because of the millions and millions they bring in (if they are one of the top players). Good old Corporate Greed has nothing to do with what is right and wrong it has to do with what makes money..some say that it just isn't the corporate way it is the American way..

Shouldn't we expect higher standards from professionals? Especially those that are in the public eye and the whole world can see?

[dikamon]

Looks like Vick will play (http://views.washingtonpost.com/theleague/nflnewsfeed/2009/08/vick-to-play-thursday.html).

[pokergobette]

I agree to an extent that sports figures are regarded as role models, however I believe that parents should be the proper role models for kids. Sometimes too much emphasis is put on "famous" people setting examples for children.

As for Michael Vick, I say let him play. Each case is different and some people do deserve a second chance. As long as he stays true to his statement about turning his life around all should be well but any funny business - even being late for practise (without a valid excuse, of course) should be grounds for being kicked out - permanently.

[Dacooler]

I agree to an extent that sports figures are regarded as role models, however I believe that parents should be the proper role models for kids. Sometimes too much emphasis is put on "famous" people setting examples for children.

Gobette I certainly agree that parents first and foremost should be the biggest role model for their children.

But there is a broader since of a role model that I was talking about.
Cultural Dictionary: "A person who serves as an example of the values, attitudes, and behaviors associated with a role. For example, a father is a role model for his sons. Role models can also be persons who distinguish themselves in such a way that others admire and want to emulate them. For example, a woman who becomes a successful brain surgeon or airline pilot can be described as a role model for other women"

So with this shouldn't there be a certain code of conduct among professionals for their chosen profession beyond that of just the laws of the state? I say yes and in most there is. An example would be: "You are expected to behave both on and off the field in a manner which brings credit to the sport and your team."

I still believe that overall pro sports are not holding themselves or their members to a standard of excellence for which they try to represent. That is a disservice to the members that do live and play by the conduct of a professional and adhere to their responsibility. It does set a bad example for others and the TOTAL discipline that it takes to be a pro, be a part of a team and an organization.

In most other areas of society to be part of something on a professional level requires strict adherence. Where deviance from this removes you from the profession, as it should be.

After all this isn't The Roman Collisum or Thunderdome.It is professional football.

Just my opinion and I certainly respect yours Gobette..though we may disagree....Peace

[l_b_rex]

I just think the NFL should decide if someone is welcome back or not. NFL is a business and even my company expect the employees to not give the company a bad reputation. I don't think he should be treated any differently just because he is famous. Unless he signed a contract stating he would avoid certain behaviours or WILL be released. Let the man live his dream. He is just making a living too.

I personally think what he was involved in is disgusting but society values animals differenty than humans.

[FinalTable]

Sorry but I for one think any professional athletes need to be punished just as you and I. I have to agree with what DaCooler wrote.

Money and greed says it all and it has proven in the past to show what it can do to hurt professional athletes. Vick doesn't deserve a second chance, what he deserves is to get a real job like the rest of us. He had his chance and clearly chose to ignore his responsibilities and nor act like a proffessional.

I wouldn't feel so strongly about this if it wasn't for the FACT that so many other Americans get the BOOK thrown at them in the court of law, while so many professional athletes and actors get off with a slap on the hand while making millions and STILL have a job afterwards.

And people wonder what's wrong with America's youth and why it's getting worse.


It is the parents JOB to raise their children the correct way and with manors, but even still the media and advertisments are everywhere!!!!! As long as people like Vicki boy are given a slap on the hands, kids and grown ups alike will think the same thing. That it is ok and all is forgiven, O and wait for it...wait....here it comes...the ever so pathetic, insincere, I'm so sorry apology. Bologna!! and I'm being nice here.

It's time to wake up America, It's time to grow up!

[pokergobette]

Just my opinion and I certainly respect yours Gobette..though we may disagree....Peace

:)

I get your points and and understand where you're coming from.

Loads of Respect.

Gobette