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Vick:
“I felt it was necessary to put out a statement today clarifying the article in GQ Magazine. I did speak with many people, but the decision to sign in Philadelphia was based on my discussions with my agent, my family and with Coach Reid. And after those discussions, it became clear to me that this was the place I wanted to play and resume my NFL career. The Commissioner never told me to sign or not sign with particular teams. Again, I want to make it perfectly clear that this was a decision I made and, as I have said numerous times before, I’m very happy with the way it has worked out for me and my family.”
NFL Spokesman Greg Aiello:
“[Vick’s] decision on where to play to put himself in the best position to succeed was entirely his own. Commissioner Goodell obviously met & spoke to Michael and his reps as part of his decision on whether to reinstate him and on what terms. But the commissioner would never steer players to or away from particular teams and did not do so in this case.”
"We were made aware of that today. Michael VIck is a member of the Philadelphia Eagles and we don't comment on a player from another organization."
*Editorial note from Jeremy White
- Yes, because these parties have no reason to try to protect this information. The next question is: Did Goodell STEER Vick toward this clarification?