Michael Vick Debuts At Eagles Practice
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Michael Vick Debuts At Eagles Practice
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Michael Vick made his first appearance on the Eagles practice field Saturday, his first action since serving an 18-month sentence for dogfighting.
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Vick was the fourth quarterback to take part in early drills, taking only one snap in which he threw a short pass over the middle against no defense.
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While dozens of protesters were on hand to voice their disapproval with the Eagles signing Vick, only four were outside the facility for his first practice.
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Vick practiced only at quarterback. Said coach Andy Reid: "That's what Michael is. Michael's a quarterback."
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A three-timer Pro Bowl pick with the Falcons, Vick was reinstated last month by commissioner Roger Goodell.
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Eagles starting quarterback Donovan McNabb (5) lobbied for the team to sign the free-agent.
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Vick signed a one-year deal with the Eagles for $1.6 million. The team has an option for a second year at $5.2 million.
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With McNabb entrenched as the starter and Kevin Kolb his backup, Reid has not ruled out the Eagles using Vick as a gimmick player rather than just a QB. Vick has eight 100-yard rushing games.