Six Plays For Michael Vick in Eagles Debut
August 27, 2009 by David Kindervater
Filed under Philadelphia Eagles
Michael Vick participated in six plays in the first half of his preseason debut with the Philadelphia Eagles tonight. He lined up at two positions—quarterback and receiver—and was 4-of-4 passing for 19 yards, one of those a 13-yard completion to receiver Hank Baskett. The Eagles seemed to lack any offensive rhythm while I watched them on NFL Network’s Live Look-In between 7 and 8 p.m. ET. That’s why it will be interesting to see how the team manages Donovan McNabb and Michael Vick this season. The two look great together on paper. But can they peacefully co-exist on the football field?
Michael Vick, Philadelphia Eagles / Image: Zuma Press
Source: Washington Post
I think it’s completely possible for Vick and McNabb to co-exist peacefully. The problem is that you need to harness both of their strengths and utilize them at the appropriate time. Vick will be obedient and follow the coaches wishes without any sort of cockiness. He has been given a second chance and must play by the rules and follow his superiors orders to gain back a successful career (I’m sure he is grateful just being back on the field.) McNabb will most likely be the unstable one, psychologically he may feel offended that they signed Vick. This in turn could affect his performance, he may begin taking bigger risks on the field in hopes of staying in the spotlight and this could backfire causing the team to suffer. On the other hand if McNabb feels “safer” with Vick on his side this may be one of the greatest football QB team-ups ever. I for one am very excited to see what happens this season.