There's no I in team, but there's an I in Vick.

**Rain Man** · 11-10-2005, 03:45 PM

Anyone else find this kind of funny?

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/5071150

Vick says he wouldn't mind playing with T.O.
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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Michael Vick wouldn't mind having Terrell Owens line up at receiver for the Atlanta Falcons — as long as T.O. understands one thing.

"This is my team," Vick said Wednesday.
Besides, No. 7 already has provided a resounding response to those who criticize his passing numbers and deride him as nothing more than a freak of an athlete masquerading as a quarterback.

Last week, Vick completed a season-best 22-of-31 passes for 228 yards and a touchdown, with no interceptions in a 17-10 victory at Miami.

Asked if he was out to prove a point, Vick shrugged his shoulders and said, "Kind of, sort of. I just wanted to win the game. I did whatever it took to win the game. That is what it took."

Vick still ranks 26th in the league in passing efficiency, working with a group of nondescript receivers led by Brian Finneran (27 receptions, two TDs).

So, it was no surprise when the quarterback's weekly question-and-answer session quickly turned toward Owens, who was suspended by Philadelphia after an interview critical of the organization and teammate Donovan McNabb.

"I think I could play with anybody," Vick said. "It's all if they could play with me. He would have to understand my style of play and what I do. And if he can do that, he can be here. Other than that, this is my team."

Even though Owens issued a public apology Tuesday, the Eagles plan to deactivate him for the rest of the season after his four-game suspension is up.

Owens, of course, is eager to get back on the field. Though he has a home in Atlanta, he recently put the 18,000-square-foot spread on the market for $4.5 million, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported.

He would certainly be a major upgrade over the Falcons' current group of receivers.

Then again, T.O. has always been a major disruption in the locker room, the kind of player who could upset the tight-knit bond that coach Jim Mora has instilled in his team.

"We understand that it takes 11 guys to win a football game," Vick said. "We do not have any selfish guys on the football team. That is fine with me."

The Falcons' offense is built around the league's most effective running game, and that wouldn't change no matter who's at receiver. Much of the running is done by Vick, who gained nearly 1,000 yards last season and ranks second on the team this year with 340 yards.

"I run the ball a little bit more than other quarterbacks so, that might take away from some of his catches," Vick said, referring to Owens. "You have to be a team player when you come here."

**Bowser** · 11-10-2005, 03:49 PM

Suddenly, I'm reminded of Eddie Murphy's stand up act....

"It's MY house! If you don't like it, you can get the **** OUT!"

How's the herpes, Ron?

Brock · 11-10-2005, 03:50 PM

Steamin' Willie Beamon: Get on my page, or get the **** outta my huddle!

dsgreene285 · 11-10-2005, 03:52 PM

Ron Mexico sounds like TO minus a few notches.

**ExtremeChief** · 11-10-2005, 04:04 PM

Like he could hit Owens if he was open.

ChiefsCountry · 11-10-2005, 04:06 PM

I would love to see it, TO would rip a Vick a new one.

**Mr. Kotter** · 11-10-2005, 04:06 PM

That's my hunch as to where TO lands: Atlanta.

**Lzen** · 11-10-2005, 04:08 PM

I love how he had a respectable game this past week and the media starts to insinuate that he's a good passer all of a sudden. It's as if they are pulling for him to become a good passer.

**Skip Towne** · 11-10-2005, 04:08 PM

And people around here call LJ "Leon".

siberian khatru · 11-10-2005, 04:09 PM

I always use 228 yards passing as a benchmark for when a QB has "made it." Welcome to Mount Olympus, Mike. Hey, Elway, Marino and Unitas, give the kid some elbow room.

**Mr. Kotter** · 11-10-2005, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lzen

I love how he had a respectable game this past week and the media starts to insinuate that he's a good passer all of a sudden. It's as if they are pulling for him to become a good passer.

Damn, Leon throwing to Leon. It could make for entertaining coverage....

siberian khatru · 11-10-2005, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lzen

I love how he had a respectable game this past week and the media starts to insinuate that he's a good passer all of a sudden. It's as if they are pulling for him to become a good passer.

Rush targeted the wrong QB.

dsgreene285 · 11-10-2005, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Kotter

That's my hunch as to where TO lands: Atlanta.

I agree. Mora's response to whether TO would be welcome in Atlanta was "no comment". They may be willing to take a chance, because as bad a passer as Ron Mexico is, their receivers might be worse (except for Finneran).

Pitt Gorilla · 11-10-2005, 04:13 PM

I'm not a big Vick guy, but he might fit well in out offense. We run the ball well and have a great TE. Vick can't hit receivers very well and the receiving corp really isn't our strong point (I do love Eddie, though). I wouldn't pay him that crazy jack, though. Of course, there are several other QBs I'd rather have.

**Mr. Kotter** · 11-10-2005, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by siberian khatru

Rush targeted the wrong QB.

I hadn't thought of that....heh.

Rush: "That's why I was wrong--what a relief. I meant Vick, instead of McNabb. You see, folks....I was mistaken that I was wrong. Talent on loan from God, proven right 99.79% of the time. Yeah, that damn black kid is over-rated.....Cunningham, McNabb, Vick, Moon. They all look the same to me."

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