Michael Vick: The Fallen Quarterback

An NFL superstar whose career imploded due to his involvement in an illegal dog-fighting ring.

• Bad Newz Kennels (2007): Indicted for financing and operating a dog-fighting ring on his property in Virginia.
• The Plea: He pleaded guilty to federal conspiracy charges, admitting to killing dogs that didn’t perform well.
• The Sentence: Served 21 months in federal prison before eventually returning to the NFL.