The Washington Redskins organization worked quickly this week to debunk speculation about Michael Vick joining the squad with both head coach Jim Zorn and vp/general manager Vinny Cerrato stating there were no plans for him. Zorn used the phraseology that there were no plans to sign Vick "at this juncture" for whatever that means.
After the ex-Atlanta Falcons quarterback was conditionally reinstated to the National Football League, some rumors claimed without any actual proof that Vick and/or his agent had been cited that night in Ashburn, Virginia. Of course, Vick's agent is also starting Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell's agent so it would stand to reason that he wouldn't slot the two for the same job anyway if it can be avoided.
As Washington Redskins training camp opens this morning, Campbell remains the planned starter for the Redskins. Barring a collapse or injury on his part, he should remain that way through the duration of his contract this 2009 season. For 2010 though, all bets are off.
(Note: Before the rumors were officially debunked, I put up a poll in the upper corners of the website about whether the Washington Redskins should attempt to sign Michael Vick. I'll leave the poll up till August 4 or until Vick signs with another team, whichever comes first.)______________________Labels: jason campbell, michael vick, pro football, sports, washington redskins
