Vick-tory Dance

Michael Vick has been "conditionally reinstated" by NFL Commisioner Roger Goodell and could play for an NFL team as early as Week 6.

Vick can immediately participate in preseason practices, workouts and meetings and can play in the final two preseason games -- if he can find a team that will sign him. A number of teams have already said they would not.

"Needless to say, your margin for error is extremely limited," Goodell said in a letter to Vick. "I urge you to take full advantage of the resources available to support you and to dedicate yourself to rebuilding your life and your career. If you do this, the NFL will support you."

Goodell suspended Vick indefinitely in August 2007 after the former Atlanta Falcons quarterback admitted bankrolling the "Bad Newz Kennels" dogfighting operation. Goodell said then that Vick must show remorse and signs that he has changed before he would consider reinstating him.

"I accept that you are sincere when you say that you want to, and will, turn your life around, and that you intend to be a positive role model for others," Goodell added. "I am prepared to offer you that opportunity. Whether you succeed is entirely in your hands."

Once the season begins, Vick may participate in all team activities except games, and Goodell said he would consider Vick for full reinstatement by Week 6 (Oct. 18-19).

He's served his time. He still has to serve the rest of his NFL suspension. But, he could play again. I say, if a team's willing to give him a chance, let him play. Like I said, the man's served his jail time fair and square.

If nobody's willing to hire him, then that's alright too. Perhaps he deserves that. But at least give him the chance.