Michael Vick Says Goodbye to Philadelphia in Touching Letter

March 22, 2014   ·   Chris Roling   ·   Jump to comments

Now a newly minted member of the New York Jets, Michael Vick has written a passionate letter to the City of Brotherly Love for his five memorable years with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Vick penned the letter at The Philadelphia Inquirer:
I would like to thank the Eagles and the entire city of Philadelphia. I was honored to be their quarterback and took the privilege to heart every day. I especially want to thank Jeffrey Lurie and Andy Reid, who gave me the opportunity. I want to thank my teammates, who were not just coworkers, but friends. I also want to thank the millions of fans who cheered and supported our team.
People say Philadelphia fans are tough. I say they are fair. A player is not judged solely by his past or promises of the future, but by his actions today, and the next day, and the next.
In my time volunteering, I have met Philadelphia's heroes. I've met at-risk children with few resources, but with teachers tirelessly helping them make the most of a secon...

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