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Reid became emotional during speech at fundraising event
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid recently delivered a poignant speech at a fundraising event in New York City, highlighting themes of redemption and the principles behind his team’s success.
His emotional account of former quarterback Michael Vick‘s second chance resonated deeply with attendees.
Reid became emotional as he recounted giving Vick another opportunity in the NFL after Vick‘s 21-month prison sentence for involvement in dog fighting.
Vick, once a groundbreaking quarterback and a Pro Bowl star, had faced severe personal and professional setbacks, including incarceration and bankruptcy.
Reid‘s decision to support Vick‘s return to football was rooted in his belief in forgiveness and second chances, concepts he attributed to his faith.
“It was all self-inflicted,” Vick told the Post.
“I was young. I didn’t have (any) guidance. I don’t use this as no excuse. I could’ve said, ‘No.’ I could’ve made those right decisions, like, ‘This ain’t for me.’ That’s a blemish that I will never be able to erase.”
Reid shared insights into the Chiefs’ winning strategy, which he calls “The Formula.”
Reid on Vick’s comeback
Reid explained that these principles were developed during Vick‘s challenging return to the NFL and are inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ, reflecting a blend of faith and perseverance.
“This guy was the greatest player in the National Football League at one time,” Reid said.
“He was the leader of the pack. The hugest Nike contract ever went to Michael Vick. He was a hip-hop star. He was it and he was the guy.
“When he comes out [of prison], he’s 20 pounds heavier, his family’s abandoned him – other than his wife, his family has abandoned him.
“All the people that were involved in the situation he had, abandoned him. [None of them] came to visit him when he was in jail.
“So now he comes out, and he’s wondering, ‘Am I ever gonna get back into the National Football League?’
“He’s scared to death. He’s shaking to play in the game that he once controlled. So we get through the game, and he did OK. I mean, he did OK.
” I sat down with him and I thought, what can I give this kid? I’m giving him a chance to play, but what can I give him to help him play?”
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