Michael Vick Out...

baggio248 · 08-16-2003, 08:36 PM

This sucks, time to pull him off of Fantasy roster.

From ESPN.com

"Reeves: Surgery unlikely for Falcons star Vick

ATLANTA -- Atlanta Falcons star Michael Vick fractured his right fibula Saturday night during an exhibition game against Baltimore.

Vick is likely to be out at least six weeks with his fractured fibula, ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports according to his sources. He will be re-evaluated on Sunday, but caoch Dan Reeves believes surgery won't be necessary.

"He's got a broken bone in his leg," Reeves said. "The are saying he could be out six weeks but they don't think he will have surgery. We will have to see. "

If Vick's out six weeks, he'll miss the first four games of the regular season, and would return Oct. 5 against Minnesota.

"I'm totally disappointed. But this is the ultimate team sport and we will have to keep playing. I have confidence that these guys and coaches can get it done," Vick said.

Philadelphia quarterback Donovan McNabb had a similar injury last year and was out two months.

Vick was chased out of the pocket on a third-down play late in the first quarter and was tackled by Adalius Thomas. Vick fell awkwardly on his right leg and grabbed it even before he hit the ground.

Thomas, after briefly celebrating the tackle, went back to check on Vick and several of Vick's teammates knelt beside him. When it was apparent he was hurt, a hush came over the crowd at the Georgia Dome.

After he was examined by the Falcons' medical staff, Vick got up with some help and limped a few steps to a cart. The crowd gave him a standing ovation as he was driven to the locker room.

"Obviously, Mike is an exceptional talent and we hate to lose him," Falcons defensive end Patrick Kearney said. "There are a lot of people out there who say he is our whole team. Now we have to go out there and prove those people wrong. We wish him the best on a fast recovery and hope he comes back as fast as possible."

Vick got off to a rough start against the Ravens, getting sacked on the first play and throwing an interception on the next one. He finished 0-for-4, and rushed for 8 yards.

Last season, he made the Pro Bowl in his first full season as a starter and set three NFL records for rushing by a quarterback."

ski · 08-16-2003, 10:52 PM

Dang, that's really tough

Ya hate to see a Hokie go out like that while he's rising so fast, but something tells me he'll heal up faster than expected

slaus · 08-16-2003, 11:56 PM

He gets hurt every year even in college. His first season starting at Virginia Tech, he hurt himself flipping into the endzone in a meaningless game. The following year, he hurt himself against Pittsburgh in a game I think VT won easily. He's amazing but he needs to learn to not take some risks especially when he's going to get beat up later on when games do count.

poiselle · 08-17-2003, 06:43 AM

I am so glad I drafted him yesterday afternoon as my quarterback. That was just super.

M_A_C · 08-17-2003, 06:46 AM

Looks like the Madden Curse strikes again.

I'm just happy my fantasy team hasn't drafted yet.

slaus · 08-17-2003, 07:30 AM

I feel bad for you poiselle.

bachviet · 08-17-2003, 09:40 AM

Atlanta season is over if Vick is out for a long time. Four games are not that bad but I wonder how is he going to be when he comes back.

dbax791 · 08-17-2003, 06:30 PM

That sucks!

One of the reasons I got the NFL Sunday ticket was to watch Vick. He is an amazing player - probably between him and Marshall Faulk, some of the more interesting players to watch.

M_A_C · 08-18-2003, 06:44 AM

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Originally posted by dbax791
That sucks!

One of the reasons I got the NFL Sunday ticket was to watch Vick. He is an amazing player - probably between him and Marshall Faulk, some of the more interesting players to watch.

Heh, I don't think Faulk will last the whole season either.

mcs328 · 08-18-2003, 06:54 AM

Yeah I saw the game. Glad he's not on my fantasy team.

Jenny · 08-18-2003, 08:12 AM

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Originally posted by M_A_C

Heh, I don't think Faulk will last the whole season either.

pffffft!

Bite your tongue!

poiselle · 08-18-2003, 01:07 PM

I shall overcome though. The hell with Vick. I can still pick up Patrick Ramsey who should survive for about 3 games if his line does not improve. Oh well, at least I did not spend money on the fantasy team.

sizemic1 · 08-18-2003, 01:38 PM

pick up Doug Johnson.
Atlanta will still need a QB.

poiselle · 08-18-2003, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sizemic1
pick up Doug Johnson.
Atlanta will still need a QB.

I actually already have picked him up. No need to tempt fate with Ramsey.

slaus · 08-19-2003, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by M_A_C
Looks like the Madden Curse strikes again.

I'm just happy my fantasy team hasn't drafted yet.

I just read about the madden curse. A new strategy for fantasy football, avoid the cover athlete on madden games.

ray · 08-19-2003, 04:43 PM

i think patrick ramsey will have a decent year..but then again, i'm a skins fan. ROCK ON REDSKINS!

poiselle · 08-19-2003, 06:49 PM

Ramsey is in trouble if the o-line does not start playing better. Spurrier needs to learn that the ol' fun -n- gun does not work as well when you dont have significantly more talent than other teams.

jonEwantsM3 · 08-20-2003, 04:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by M_A_C
Looks like the Madden Curse strikes again.

I'm just happy my fantasy team hasn't drafted yet.

thats so interesting. never heard of it b4
Im just still shocked how vick got chased down and dragged down like that...

slaus · 08-27-2003, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by poiselle

I actually already have picked him up. No need to tempt fate with Ramsey.

You could go with Kelly Holcomb

M_A_C · 09-22-2003, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jenny

pffffft!

Bite your tongue!

Hate to say "I told you so!".

bachviet · 09-22-2003, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by M_A_C

Hate to say "I told you so!".

If you are talking about Faulk with a broken hand, you are right.

08-16-2003, 08:36 PM	#1
baggio248 Captain Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Aurora, OH Posts: 1,967	Michael Vick Out... This sucks, time to pull him off of Fantasy roster. From ESPN.com "Reeves: Surgery unlikely for Falcons star Vick ATLANTA -- Atlanta Falcons star Michael Vick fractured his right fibula Saturday night during an exhibition game against Baltimore. Vick is likely to be out at least six weeks with his fractured fibula, ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports according to his sources. He will be re-evaluated on Sunday, but caoch Dan Reeves believes surgery won't be necessary. "He's got a broken bone in his leg," Reeves said. "The are saying he could be out six weeks but they don't think he will have surgery. We will have to see. " If Vick's out six weeks, he'll miss the first four games of the regular season, and would return Oct. 5 against Minnesota. "I'm totally disappointed. But this is the ultimate team sport and we will have to keep playing. I have confidence that these guys and coaches can get it done," Vick said. Philadelphia quarterback Donovan McNabb had a similar injury last year and was out two months. Vick was chased out of the pocket on a third-down play late in the first quarter and was tackled by Adalius Thomas. Vick fell awkwardly on his right leg and grabbed it even before he hit the ground. Thomas, after briefly celebrating the tackle, went back to check on Vick and several of Vick's teammates knelt beside him. When it was apparent he was hurt, a hush came over the crowd at the Georgia Dome. After he was examined by the Falcons' medical staff, Vick got up with some help and limped a few steps to a cart. The crowd gave him a standing ovation as he was driven to the locker room. "Obviously, Mike is an exceptional talent and we hate to lose him," Falcons defensive end Patrick Kearney said. "There are a lot of people out there who say he is our whole team. Now we have to go out there and prove those people wrong. We wish him the best on a fast recovery and hope he comes back as fast as possible." Vick got off to a rough start against the Ravens, getting sacked on the first play and throwing an interception on the next one. He finished 0-for-4, and rushed for 8 yards. Last season, he made the Pro Bowl in his first full season as a starter and set three NFL records for rushing by a quarterback." __________________ Peter: Lois, you've got a sick mind! Lois: Peter, I'm talking about making love. Peter: Oh, I thought you wanted us to murder the children and harvest their organs for beer money.

08-17-2003, 06:46 AM	#5
M_A_C Commander Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Colorado Springs, CO, USA Posts: 1,391	Looks like the Madden Curse strikes again. I'm just happy my fantasy team hasn't drafted yet. __________________ Meatwad make the moneys SEE! Meatwad get the honeys G!

08-18-2003, 06:54 AM	#10
mcs328 Admiral Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,578	Yeah I saw the game. Glad he's not on my fantasy team. __________________

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08-16-2003, 10:52 PM	#2
ski Admiral Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Utah Posts: 5,420	Dang, that's really tough Ya hate to see a Hokie go out like that while he's rising so fast, but something tells me he'll heal up faster than expected

08-16-2003, 11:56 PM	#3
slaus Commander Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 1,189	He gets hurt every year even in college. His first season starting at Virginia Tech, he hurt himself flipping into the endzone in a meaningless game. The following year, he hurt himself against Pittsburgh in a game I think VT won easily. He's amazing but he needs to learn to not take some risks especially when he's going to get beat up later on when games do count.

08-17-2003, 06:43 AM	#4
poiselle Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Bedminster, NJ Posts: 525	I am so glad I drafted him yesterday afternoon as my quarterback. That was just super.

08-17-2003, 07:30 AM	#6
slaus Commander Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 1,189	I feel bad for you poiselle.

08-17-2003, 09:40 AM	#7
bachviet What's Da Pho*? Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SoCal (714) Posts: 13,296	Atlanta season is over if Vick is out for a long time. Four games are not that bad but I wonder how is he going to be when he comes back.

08-17-2003, 06:30 PM	#8
dbax791 Rear Admiral Lower Half Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,177	That sucks! One of the reasons I got the NFL Sunday ticket was to watch Vick. He is an amazing player - probably between him and Marshall Faulk, some of the more interesting players to watch.

08-18-2003, 01:07 PM	#12
poiselle Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Bedminster, NJ Posts: 525	I shall overcome though. The hell with Vick. I can still pick up Patrick Ramsey who should survive for about 3 games if his line does not improve. Oh well, at least I did not spend money on the fantasy team.

08-19-2003, 04:43 PM	#16
ray captain awesome Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 7,054	i think patrick ramsey will have a decent year..but then again, i'm a skins fan. ROCK ON REDSKINS!

08-19-2003, 06:49 PM	#17
poiselle Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Bedminster, NJ Posts: 525	Ramsey is in trouble if the o-line does not start playing better. Spurrier needs to learn that the ol' fun -n- gun does not work as well when you dont have significantly more talent than other teams.

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