Brentastic Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 NO link, saw it scroll on the bottom of ESPN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
broncosn05 Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Just replied to you in the other thread good news. Can't wait to have the guy in Madden gonna have him Vick and Peterson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donutrun Jellies Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 I wonder how he spelled the "X" when he "signed" his contract? Or do you think he got far enough at VT to learn how to spell "Ralph Canada" ... Ahh, heck, let's cut the kid a break. Here's hoping he turns into a fine WR, an occassional gadget player, and a decent citizen. I mean, what could the Miami Beach environment be other than a positive influence on a young man such as Marcus ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 here is the article Dolphins sign Marcus Vick to free agent dealAssociated Press National Football League News Wire MIAMI -- The Miami Dolphins saw enough potential in Marcus Vick -- both on- and off-the-field -- to believe he deserves a chance as a free agent. Vick, the brother of Atlanta quarterback Michael Vick, signed with the Dolphins on Monday, agreeing to a free-agent deal after his many problems at Virginia Tech cost him a chance to be selected in the NFL draft. "As an organization, we did an enormous amount of research, including consulting with professionals in detailed, in-depth analysis to feel comfortable that giving Marcus an opportunity as a free agent is a risk worth taking," Dolphins coach Nick Saban said in a statement released by the team. "I want to make it very clear that we will not condone any behavior issues in the future relative to Marcus Vick. Marcus acknowledges that he has made some mistakes, all of which has resulted in severe consequences for him. They have helped him learn that he will need to make much better choices and decisions in the future or risk similar consequences that could jeopardize his career as a professional player." Vick, who participated in a three-day minicamp with the Dolphins earlier this month, completed 177 of 289 passes for 2,393 yards with 17 touchdowns and 10 interceptions, leading Virginia Tech to an 11-2 record and berth in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game in 2005. But his career with the Hokies included many transgressions. He made an obscene gesture to fans during a game at West Virginia, and stomped on Louisville player Elvis Dumervil's leg during the Gator Bowl. Vick was suspended by Virginia Tech for the 2004 season because of legal problems, then was eventually dismissed from the team after being stopped for speeding and driving with a revoked or suspended license. The Dolphins are listing Vick as a "wide receiver-quarterback-specialist," clearly indicating that he could be tried in a number of roles. During the recent minicamp, Vick spent at least one practice session at wide receiver, and probably isn't being looked at as a serious quarterback candidate -- not with newcomers Daunte Culpepper and Joey Harrington now at that position. Miami signed three other free agents Monday: tight end Keith Heinrich, linebacker Keith Newman and cornerback Michael Lehan. Heinrich was on Cleveland's injured reserve list for the entire 2005 season with a knee injury and has played in 18 games since being drafted by Carolina in 2002. Newman has played with Buffalo, Atlanta and Minnesota in seven seasons, starting 76 of 92 games and recording 407 tackles, 23 sacks, two interceptions, three fumble recoveries and seven forced fumbles. Lehan, like Vick, attended the rookie minicamp this month on a tryout basis. He spent the last three seasons with the Browns and made 32 appearances, including four starts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
broncosn05 Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 here is the article 1470545[/snapback] Awesome Saban Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furd Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 What will this do to Joey's confidence? Wait. He's not a Lion anymore. I can take the bag off of my head. I hope for Joey's sake that the Dolphins are champagne and caviar kind of guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duchess Jack Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 (edited) heck, worth a try.... Nick sure isn't one of those do nothing type of guys, is he... no word on how long of a contract? Edited May 15, 2006 by Duchess Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Now Saban just needs Ricky to get back and be a good influence on Marcus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duchess Jack Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 (edited) I wonder if Saban's relationship with Ricky made Vick chose Miami over the Argos... I mean... he has certainly shown that he'll honestly give a player a clean sleight Edited May 15, 2006 by Duchess Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Now Saban just needs Ricky to get back and be a good influence on Marcus. 1470590[/snapback] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 I wonder if Saban's relationship with Ricky made Vick chose Miami over the Argos... I mean... he has certainly shown that he'll honestly give a player a clean sleight 1470613[/snapback] Either that or Saban likes the attention of taking infamous ne'er do wells.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raider.Nation Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 I wonder if Saban's relationship with Ricky made Vick chose Miami over the Argos... I mean... he has certainly shown that he'll honestly give a player a clean sleight 1470613[/snapback] I never even heard he was thinking of coming up to Canada to play for the Argos'. dangnabbitit... Just what Toronto needed, was Sticky Ricky and this bumb. Oh well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Score 1 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Odds on how long he lasts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantasy Jesus Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Throw him into the slot as a WR3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazysight Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Vick has a loooong ways to go if he's ever going to make it in the NFL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratesownninjas Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Now Saban just needs Ricky to get back and be a good influence on Marcus. 1470590[/snapback] Beat me to it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizards Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 I wonder how he spelled the "X" when he "signed" his contract? Or do you think he got far enough at VT to learn how to spell "Ralph Canada" ... Now that is funny!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 I wonder if Saban's relationship with Ricky made Vick chose Miami over the Argos... I mean... he has certainly shown that he'll honestly give a player a clean sleight 1470613[/snapback] Or maybe it's that the contracts up here are crap and if he doesn't stand out here his chance in the NFL is shot. Anyone else see a Randle-El type of performance from Marcus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nogohawk Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Now we can have Slash-X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Just curious if anyone knows: What kind of money do these players get when they are signed to a free-agent contract, and how does it work ? Are they simply paid until they are cut ? I'm just curious about the contracts and how they work for undrafted Free Agents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Just curious if anyone knows: What kind of money do these players get when they are signed to a free-agent contract, and how does it work ? Are they simply paid until they are cut ? I'm just curious about the contracts and how they work for undrafted Free Agents. 1471438[/snapback] The same as with drafted free agents. But they are usually offered the league minimum with little-to-no signing bonus. As with other players they are paid a daily per-diem in training camp and workouts, but not paid their contract unless they make the team then get 1/17 of the contract amount each week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junebugz Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Either that or Saban likes the attention of taking infamous ne'er do wells.... 1470621[/snapback] Mo Clarett isn't locked up yet is he Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duchess Jack Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 (edited) I just want to know how long he's signed for Edited May 16, 2006 by Duchess Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantasy Jesus Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 There is absolutely no risk involved with this signing. He is at best a long shot to make the team out of training camp. Before he switched to QB in college he was a very good WR. That is where I see Saban using him. As a slot WR3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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