This week, Eagles' QB Michael Vick will speak for animal rights at two Connecticut high schools. According to a spokesman, "Vick will share his story with students, and illustrate why they should refrain from dogfighting and speak out against animal cruelty."

I don't remember dog fights being a major temptation when I was in high school. When I took the dog for a walk, it was never in the intention of taking it to the neighbors basement for a three round bout. It would have been interesting explaining the missing tufts of hair each time I returned home after a loss: "We were walking when suddenly, a large bird swooped down and..."