Just Re-Do It

We forgive you! That was essentially Nike’s message to convicted dog torturer Michael Vick recently, two years after the company disassociated itself from the dynamic former Atlanta Falcons quarterback.

The Associated Press is reporting that Nike has re-signed Vick to a new sponsorship deal. Vick’s agent, Joel Segal, has not revealed the terms, although he told the SportsBusiness Journal the agreement was limited to the brand’s shoes.

Vick was signed to Nike as a rookie in 2001, but the company severed ties with him after he pled guilty to his involvement in a Virginia dog fighting ring. Upon his release, serving 18 months in federal prison, he was given a second chance by the Philadelphia Eagles.

Here’s an old Nike commercial advertising the “The Michael Vick Experience.”

Vick on a Leash

After an 18-month prison stint for running a dog fighting ring, former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was reinstated with conditions by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. If Vick can find a team, he will be able to participate in preseason practices, workouts and can play in the final two preseason games.

Goodell said he would consider Vick for full reinstatement by Week 6. Until then, Vick would be prohibited from participating in actual games but available for all other team activities. No teams have showed any interest as of yet but the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants and Jets have already commented that would not sign the former pro-bowl quarterback.

In case you forgot, here’s a clip of what Mike Vick can do and why he will be picked up by another NFL team this year.