Michael Vick recently signed a year contract with an option for a second year with the Philadelphia Eagles.
To the dismay of many (P.E.T.A., about half the eagle's fan base, everyone else in the NFC East) Vick could be playing again as soon as October 18th.
But with a starting Quarterback like Donovan McNabb and a future QB like Kevin Kolb pretty much set in place, where does this leave Vick?
It seems Vick will be primarily used for the Wildcat Offense.
It doesn't help Eagles coach Andy Reid to say that to the whole world. Sure, defensive coordinators should be scared of Vick, but should we expect a run every time Vick steps onto the field?
Vick isn't known for his throwing skills, if he was there would be no need for McNabb. If he had a better arm, teams would be throwing themselves onto Vick.
The thing is, there is a lot of pressure now on the Eagles. They were already named a contender this season, and last season could have been Reid and McNabb's last if not for the hot streak that led them all the way to the NFC Championship.
Many people are wondering if Vick can really make a difference out of this desperation move by the Eagles. Their window is getting smaller everyday as McNabb gets ready to celebrate his 33rd birthday this season; veteran runnningback Brian Westbrook will turn 30 next month and has already been suffering with injurys the past couple of years.
Kolb recently injured himself during training camp, thats why the eagles reached out and got Vick. Now the Eagles will have to deal with Vick and everything that comes with him.
The main thing right now is the public concern over this matter. Protesters have already gathered and shown their disgust on this whole situation. One Eagles fan had a sign reading "Hide your beagle, Vick's an Eagle."
Seems like the team would rather deal with peace loving animal rights activists then the overly aggressive Eagles fans who would turn on their franchise player after a bad game.
Even baseball's Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Jimmy Rollins called out the fans last year calling them front runners. Philly fans won't hesistate to boo you, they'll judge your every move.
The other concern is is Vick ready physically. The reason everyone used to be so in awe of Vick and the reason why the Eagles signed him is because of his footwork. Only three years ago, Vick became the first QB to rush for over 1,000 yards.
This is the smart thing about the Eagles though, they only signed Vick to a $1.6 million deal. If he doesn't work out, they can trade him or even release him with little financial loss.
The great thing about Vick is that he is a very versatile player. With his speed and agility, if he still has it, he can be a great asset to Westbrook and the eagle's running game. McNabb and Vick can even be on the field at the same time, just imagine what that'll do to defenses.
A whole new offensive playbook will have to be thought up, and the possibilities, well, they'll be endless.
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