December 17th 2024.
According to a recent report from The Virginian-Pilot, former NFL quarterback Michael Vick is being considered for the head coach positions at two colleges. The current Fox Sports analyst has reportedly sat down with representatives from Norfolk State University and Sacramento State University to discuss the potential opportunities. This would be Vick's first time as a head coach at any level if he is ultimately selected for the role.
Norfolk State University is currently on the hunt for a new head coach after parting ways with Dawson Odums, who held the position for four years and had a less-than-stellar record of 15-31. Vick has confirmed that he has had conversations with the school's President Javaune Adams-Gaston and Athletic Director Melody Webb, and he expressed his interest in taking on the challenge. While he may not have previous experience as a head coach, Vick is confident in his leadership abilities and believes his deep understanding of the game will serve him well in this new role.
"I know how to lead, and I know what it takes," Vick told The Virginian-Pilot in regards to his qualifications for the position.
If Vick were to be selected for the job, it would be a homecoming for the Newport News native. He attended Ferguson and Warwick high schools before playing for Virginia Tech in college. It seems that the interest in Vick doesn't stop at Norfolk State, as The Associated Press has reported that he also spoke with Sacramento State University about their head coach position. However, the school's President Dr. Luke Wood clarified that while they did have a conversation with Vick, it was not in regards to the head coach position as previously speculated.
On the other hand, Sacramento State University is indeed in the market for a new head coach after their previous coach Andy Thompson left to become an assistant coach at Stanford University. The team had a tough season this year with a record of 3-9, tying them for last place in the Big Sky conference. With these vacancies at both schools, Vick's name has emerged as a potential candidate for both positions, causing quite a buzz in the football community.
This news has also sparked a conversation on social media, with many coming to Vick's defense after the controversy surrounding his involvement in dogfighting years ago. Despite this past incident, it seems that many are willing to give him a chance at a new career in coaching. As for Vick himself, he has yet to comment on the potential opportunities, but we can only imagine his excitement at the prospect of returning to the game he loves in a new and challenging role. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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