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  • K.G
    • Mar 2024

    We should get vick.

    I really do not know what if the organization has came out saying what they think of vick. So my assesment is based on that fact.

    Its a winnable division, we dont have much offense other than Steven Jackson, maybe we can use vick in some QB situations. Definitely not a starting QB, which I do not even mind because I am not and never have been a fan of bulger.
  • Nick_Weasel
    Registered User
    • Dec 2007
    • 736

    #2
    Re: We should get vick.

    Vick wasn't even a starting-caliber QB 3 years ago, so now he's probably just plain bad.

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    • MauiRam
      Rams Nation MVP
      • May 2004
      • 5879

      #3
      Re: We should get vick.

      Originally posted by K.G View Post
      I really do not know what if the organization has came out saying what they think of vick. So my assesment is based on that fact.

      Its a winnable division, we dont have much offense other than Steven Jackson, maybe we can use vick in some QB situations. Definitely not a starting QB, which I do not even mind because I am not and never have been a fan of bulger.
      Aside from Michael not exactly fitting snugly into Spags's 4 Pillar's philosophy, he has been out of football for over two years. How long will it take him to get back into shape? Will he have lost a step or two? Unless Spags decides to go all out and run a "wildcat" offense, where does Vick fit? We already have a veteran backup, and hopefully a 3rd stringer (Keith Null) developing behind Boller. Where does Vick fit? Punt and kickoff returns? I'd rather see us sign another linebacker or defensive tackle at this point ..

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      • AvengerRam_old
        Moderator Emeritus
        • May 2004
        • 21086

        #4
        Re: We should get vick.

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        • RealRam
          Registered User
          • Jun 2001
          • 13189

          #5
          Re: We should get vick.

          [AV's dead horsie ... LOL!!!]

          Sorry, K.C. No offense, but even though Vick might surprise many people as a result of his come back -- with odds considerably against such happening -- I think most teams are probably relying on what they now have, including rookies and project players, rather than taking an unnecessary risk with MV. Teams such as the Rams.

          I'd be amazed / appalled if someone in our Rams organization would make plans for this lost puppy looking for a home.
          Last edited by RealRam; -07-27-2009, 02:50 PM. Reason: Finish post

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          • r8rh8rmike
            Rams Nation MVP
            • Jun 2004
            • 18039

            #6
            Re: We should get vick.

            Question asked to Billy Devaney in a June 22nd radio interview regarding Vick: Any interest at all on the part of the Rams?

            Billy Devaney answer: NO!

            Any more questions??

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            • Dominating D

              #7
              Re: We should get vick.

              good answer

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              • bigtiger737

                #8
                Re: We should get vick.

                lol awesome AV exactly wha I was thinking, this dead horse is decomposed at this point.

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                • ramsanddodgers
                  Registered User
                  • Aug 2006
                  • 3060

                  #9
                  Re: We should get vick.

                  I won't even dignify that with a response.

                  Or did I just respond?

                  Or to quote Vick's public relations guy, "That’s almost like kicking a dead horse in the ground"?
                  RnD

                  GO RAMS!!

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                  • BEER
                    Registered User
                    • Jan 2008
                    • 905

                    #10
                    Re: We should get vick.

                    He would not be a bad backup, would he? Why not if the price was right.

                    And lets not forget he was not a every month, every year, problem with the

                    Falcons. I do believe he has learned the hard way and could be very

                    helpful even as a backup. I actually believe we will get Vick.;) + Bill D likes him.
                    Last edited by BEER; -07-27-2009, 06:08 PM.

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                    • general counsel
                      Registered User
                      • Jun 2005
                      • 8032

                      #11
                      Re: We should get vick.

                      Beer, if you really think the rams are going to get vick, you need to cut back to a keg a day.

                      ramming speed to all

                      general counsel

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                      • LA Rammer
                        Registered User
                        • Aug 2005
                        • 2880

                        #12
                        Re: We should get vick.

                        do we need anymore tights ends?
                        LA RAMMER

                        It's Jim not Chris
                        http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HNgqQVHI_8

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                        • shower beers
                          Registered User
                          • Dec 2007
                          • 3066

                          #13
                          Re: We should get vick.

                          I think I recently read somewhere that he still expects to get paid well more than the vets minimum, so I don't think he's going to have many suitors, regardless.

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                          • 39thebeast
                            Registered User
                            • May 2007
                            • 2756

                            #14
                            Re: We should get vick.

                            The man has served his time he needs to get a chance to earn a living.... I don't even think he should be suspended for 4 games. He needs to get another chance... just not here

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                            • unorthodox1999
                              Registered User
                              • Sep 2008
                              • 651

                              #15
                              Re: We should get vick.

                              if the team was planning on getting Vick, they might as well had just signed Owens while he was available..but neither one of these 2 guys would fit the 'system' so that would be out of the question anyway..I wonder if Vicks situation would raise the question if an ex prisoner "changed his ways" after serving time, would they then be able to get a chance at least as a street player assuming theyre good enough to play? There's too many ways to politic it i guess so i'll keep it short..

                              Oh and i didnt know Devaney was ever on south park! lmao

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                              • Fastcat
                                I say we get Vick!!
                                by Fastcat
                                If... well I should say when Mike Vick gets reinstated I say we sign him to the league min for a 1yr deal and use him as a specialist.... Like maybe receiver, a little qb, wildcat Qb, etc. I know he wont start being out of football for a year or however longs its been but I think he can make big plays playing maybe 10-15 snaps a game. Plus I feel we got an inside track on him cuz Devaney is the one that drafted him in ATL.
                                -05-11-2009, 11:22 AM
                              • Tony Soprano
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                                "Several people in the NFL told me not to rule out St. Louis as a possible destination for Vick. The Rams might have some ownership issues to deal with before actually signing him, but they have genuine interest. They’ve been doing their due diligence on Vick, and if the Commissioner does reinstate him, look for them to actively pursue him. It makes sense — a new coach with an older quarterback who hasn’t played well. Playing in a dome on carpet would highlight Vick’s speed and athleticism. "

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                              • MauiRam
                                Vick would bring buzz to Rams
                                by MauiRam
                                Sports Columnist Bernie Miklasz
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                                Michael Vick served 19 months in federal prison for his role in running an extremely cruel and heinous dogfighting ring. If you believe Vick deserves additional penalties, then imagine the punishment he'd receive by playing quarterback for the Rams.

                                It could happen, if the Philadelphia Eagles decide to release or trade Vick after deciding not to pick up his option for 2010. Vick was a part-time quarterback and designated wildcat-formation runner for the Eagles this season. Considering his long layoff and two years out of the game, Vick played pretty well. Moreover, Eagles coaches praised Vick's dedication and the positive changes he made in his life. But it would be costly to keep Vick as a backup, and Vick would prefer being a No. 1 quarterback elsewhere.

                                The Rams need a starting quarterback. The Rams need a lot of things, as evidenced by their 6-42 record and last-place NFL ranking in points scored over the last three seasons.

                                So yes, there is a fit. And there are some obvious connections in play here. Rams GM Billy Devaney was part of the Atlanta organization during Vick's career there and visited Vick in prison. Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo and offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur are former assistants to Eagles coach Andy Reid and they trust his judgment. If Reid recommends Vick, Spagnuolo will listen.

                                Vick may have other, more appealing, options. Several NFL teams are on the lookout for starting quarterbacks and Vick's stock is up after his positive experience in Philadelphia.

                                "I tried to be the best ambassador that I could be in the community," Vick told Philadelphia reporters. "And that won't stop. I'll continue to do that, and I'll continue to work hard."

                                If the Rams get the chance to land Vick, would the relationship work?

                                There's Vick, the quarterback. Would he be effective? And then there's Vick as a high-profile figure. Would Rams fans accept his arrival or be offended by his presence? Recently I set up an unscientific poll on my "Five Minutes" blog at STLtoday.com. I posed a simple question: Yes or no on Vick as the Rams' QB?

                                Of the 10,551 respondents, 62 percent were in favor of Vick becoming a Ram.

                                I've heard from Rams fans who insist they'll cancel their season tickets if Vick is signed. And there's little doubt the Rams would face some passionate, vociferous anti-Vick protests. But I've also heard from fans who say the addition of Vick would motivate them to keep their tickets. They're tired of the dull football and believe Vick would bring excitement to games.

                                Those opposing Vick probably would be more visible and louder than those who support him. Some of the initial anti-Vick sentiment would fade, just as it did in Philadelphia.

                                OK, now...
                                -01-17-2010, 03:30 PM
                              • Varg6
                                Vick
                                by Varg6
                                Hear me out, because it's purely hypothetical and I'm curious to see what you guys have to say. This is also not a Bulger bashing thread, so please refrain from doing so.

                                I personally think Vick is trying to redeem himself and I admire that a lot. He's been focusing on football; putting in the time, no pun intended. With that in mind, knowing that he's trying to work hard again to play football and ultimately win a Super Bowl, would you guys have signed him when we had the chance?

                                I just feel like given our QB situation, if Marc doesn't produce a good year, we would have had a solid QB (With Vick's talent, the sky's the limit, in my mind), and could've also drafted a QB for the future. I feel like he probably had a better opportunity to start in St. Louis rather than Philly as well...

                                Your thoughts?
                                -08-31-2009, 10:25 AM
                              • peramoure
                                Vick to Rams Backlash
                                by peramoure
                                Quite honestly, I really am perplexed about the backlash with Michael Vick around the country. I live in Texas and I hear folks "That mother effin dog killer better not ever become a 'Boy!" and now I see it on the Rams forum.

                                WHY?

                                He served his time! He is a reformed felon! Do you believe in second chances? First and foremost, the guy served a long sentence, forfeited tens of millions of dollars and is genuinely remorseful per Tony Dungy, numerous pastors, and even Arthur Blank. I have never seen a backlash like this in the NFL, not even with LEONARD LITTLE killing a human being! If you can't stand Vick then I want to see a petition to remove Little from the Rams. I believe in second chances.

                                Moreso - and I am a little over the top and am 99% logic and 1% emotion in the way I think.. do you eat meat? I mean seriously, do you realize how inhumane our system for killing cattle, chicken, pigs, etc is? It is ludicrous to think that because we have a furry, cute dog fighting each other that this is somehow different then getting a cow, feeding it 100% corn (and giving it antibiotics so it doesn't die from infection from not eating anything else) and then killing it (and I'm not getting into details of how it is done) is somehow DRASTICALLY different than the way we kill animals we eat. And it isn't. They are slightly different but don't try to justify that the way we raise animals is ok.

                                I eat meat, and a lot of it, but I think there is a emotional knee jerk to the fact that he fought dogs whereas it is imbedded in our brains that meat just comes from the grocery store with no repercussions.

                                So Mike Vick served his freakin' time and gave away his life. Bring him back, and if he happens to be a Ram (and I doubt it) I'll applaud it.
                                -06-02-2009, 12:30 PM
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