Vick could also face charges in Virginia: should the Falcons release him?
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by Wrmjr
The whole Vick story is already starting to feel old, but it's just beginning for Ookie himself. According to this article, Vick could also face charges in Virginia for what is alleged to have occurred in Surry County. The Commonwealth's Attorney in Surry stated that a grand jury in the case could be "months away." This means that if Vick somehow manages to avoid suspension this season, he could have another indictment come mid-season.
Arthur Blank, the Falcons' owner, has got to think long and hard about whether to suspend or even release Vick for the good of the team. While it is true that he has not been convicted of anything, there is no way that this can be anything but a distraction for the team. Vick will already miss the first day of training camp to appear in court; now he could also be facing other charges during the season, on top of whatever may happen in the federal case. Blank has been very supportive of Vick in the past, but the team should come first. That is why Blank should release Vick.
