Previously, I did a piece on Michael Vick and discussed ways in which Michael can get his disrupted life back together. There is the more specific task of determining how Vick might be able to deal with his financial challenges and learn the importance of money and brand management.
Well, today, I brought in an outside expert to help me to make some sense of all this.
Dr. Deborah Stroman is a faculty member with The College Sport Research Institute at The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. She helps athletes to transition to life after sports, and I feel that Michael Vick should be listening to those who can give him good advice.
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Dr. Boyce Watkins is a Finance Professor at Syracuse University. He makes regular appearances in national media, including CNN, BET, NBC and CBS. To have Dr. Boyce commentary delivered directly to your email, please click here.
Michael Vick Update
Former Atlanta Falcon quarterback, Michael Vick, left, leaves federal court after a visit to the parole office in Norfolk, Va., Monday, July 20, 2009. Vick ended his federal dogfighting sentence Monday, freeing him to lobby for a return to the field. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
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Former Atlanta Falcon quarterback, Michael Vick, rear center, bids farewell to two federal probation officers at his in Hampton, Va., Monday, July 20, 2009. Vick ended his federal sentence Monday. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
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Two federal probation officers leave the home of former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick at his in Hampton, Va., Monday, July 20, 2009. Vick ended his federal sentence Monday. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
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A federal probation officer's car sits outside the home of former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, Michael Vick, in Hampton, Va., Monday, July 20, 2009. Vick ended his federal sentence Monday. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
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FILE - This June 9, 2009 file photo shows Michael Vick arriving at the Norfolk Federal Court n Norfolk, Va. Vick's lawyer, Paul Campsen, disclosed the basic outline of a new bankruptcy plan Tuesday June 30, 2009, in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Norfolk. (AP Photo/Jason Hirschfeld, File)
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Sussex, VA - NOVEMBER 25: Protesters hold signs outside Surry County Circuit Court where suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick after plead guilty on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on November 25, 2008 in Sussex, Virginia. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. He is scheduled to be released on July of 2009. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
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Sussex, VA - NOVEMBER 25: Suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick (R) leaves Surry County Circuit Court after entering a guilty plea on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on November 25, 2008 in Sussex, Virginia. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. He is scheduled to be released on July of 2009. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
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Sussex, VA - NOVEMBER 25: Suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick (C) leaves Surry County Circuit Court after entering a guilty plea on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on November 25, 2008 in Sussex, Virginia. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. He is scheduled to be released on July of 2009. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
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Sussex, VA - NOVEMBER 25: Suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick (C) leaves Surry County Circuit Court after entering a guilty plea on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on November 25, 2008 in Sussex, Virginia. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. He is scheduled to be released on July of 2009. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
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Sussex, VA - NOVEMBER 25: Suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick (R) leaves Surry County Circuit Court after entering a guilty plea on two felony counts connected to dog fighting on November 25, 2008 in Sussex, Virginia. Under a plea agreement, Vick, who is currently serving a term in prison for federal dog fighting charges, will serve one-year of probation for the state charges. He is scheduled to be released on July of 2009. (Photo by Geoff Burke/Getty Images)
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By: brigittenrich on 7/21/2009 3:37PM
I think it was crazy and unconstitutional to have put Mr. Vick in prison in the first place!
A fine, OK!
But how many white men go hunting everyday! How many programs do we have with white men showing off capturing wildlife; like the croc hunter who ended up dead stepping in to territory best left alone!
Now that's some crazy s***!! Look at the white men who mess with bears and what happens? Either they are killed by those same bears they try to play with or nothing!!!
I think Mr. Vick should have bought himself better representation, because it sounds to me like the media tried to get rid of another promising black man!
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By: Ciara on 7/23/2009 10:58PM
I completely agree with what you said
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By: charles on 7/21/2009 7:09PM
Race did not need to be mention after all Vick is to blame for his problems he also can take credit for his low life friends who turned on him. I felt a healthy fine and probation would have been enough .An athelete has a limited amount of time to earn a living in their chosen field. When will Black celebrities learn with fame you are also under the microscope . This should be taught during summer camp with mandatory attendence.
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By: stare k on 7/28/2009 9:07PM
Let me speak my peace . New born babies don't know anthing about race you all are teaching them all these lies , lies about us .u should be ashame of your self ,You think you are GODS give to the human race. You are so honest why dont you teach your children the truth , Since no one has done any thing wrong ,except blacks .You ll has been lying on us since back in the day.I could go on /on. Yes I am a sister if u know what I mean.
call me a racist I ve been called worse or I will be a racist I don't care .
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By: Kerri on 7/22/2009 12:37AM
Vick needs to bear the blame for his multiple, repeat, planned errors of judgment. It wasn't a youthful indiscretion, it was a well-thought-out crminal enterprise and he funded it.
NO MORE FOOTBALL for Vick. I'll boycott any team he play for and any game he shows up at. Pete Rose was kicked out for just betting on games. What Vick did is MUCH worse.
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By: Mac Willliams on 7/22/2009 9:06AM
Kerri I am sure we won't miss you at the games.
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By: Blessed on 7/22/2009 9:21AM
He who without sin, let him cast the first stone. We as people do not have a hell nor a heaven for Mike Vick so therefore, people,please leave the judging up to the all mighty.
If the world would understand that you must learn to forgive, if you don't forgive as Christ has done for all of us the you are missing your blessings.
It't amazing how when a person is on top, everybody is in their corner, and when the mistakes come, they are left in the cold. This is one of the reasons why the world is so corrupt.
Go Michael Vick!!!!!!!
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By: Renee Young on 7/24/2009 11:57PM
They were freaking dogs not people and people are still doing what he did and it will not stop because people like you think he is a bad person. So you think he cares you won't go to or watch any team he signs with. PLEASE get over it because it will happen and more dogs will die from fighting without his help.
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By: Sus7637 on 7/26/2009 2:15PM
WHAT MICHAEL VICKS CAN DO NOW DR BOYCE ASKS. WELL: THERE ONLY ONE THING LEFT TO SAY...... MICHAEL VICK CAN GET ON HIS KNEES AND KISS EVERY LAST DOGS A*S AND SCROTUM WITH AN APOLOGY FOR WHAT HE'S DONE! LOLLLLLLLLLLLL
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By: e.davis on 7/22/2009 1:26AM
i havent seen any reason why m.vick was charged anyway look at all the other things he could have did.we watch humans go at it in sports santioned bets and high priced ticket sales but someone gets paid for thateven TAXED!!!SO I ASK ...WHAT IS HIS CRIME ?? the people who indicted, convicted and sentenced him believe in CARMA!!!!!!!
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