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Michael Vick Appointed Head Coach of Norfolk State Football

NFL star Michael Vick takes on a new role as head coach for Norfolk State University’s football team, aiming to revitalize the program.

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Updated: Dec 17th, 2024, 10:44 PM ET

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Michael Vick has been named head coach of Norfolk State University’s football team following the dismissal of Dawson Odums. Despite no formal coaching experience, Vick believes in his leadership skills. Having had a successful NFL career with the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles, Vick aims to turn around the struggling football program. His hiring follows a trend of former NFL stars coaching at historically Black colleges. Fans speculate on Vick’s potential to elevate both Norfolk State and Virginia Tech’s football programs back to prominence.

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