Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyle Murray has apologized after posted a photo featuring him in a Michael Vick jersey posing with one of his pit bulls.
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Murray posted — and then deleted — multiple photos on his Instagram account. One showed him sitting behind one of his dogs while wearing a No. 7 Virginia Tech jersey. Another photo showed the name plate on the jersey, which said, "Vick."
The post sparked some critical comments on social media. After all, Vick served 19 months in federal prison after pleading guilty for his role in a dog fighting ring. The authorities seized more than 60 dogs during the 2007 investigation, which included 49 pit bulls.
Kyler really is posted up with a pitbull in a Vick Jersey. Insane work dawg😭 pic.twitter.com/ZAt9e9xew2
— Maserati Marv 🏎️💨 (@MHJera_) September 16, 2025
"In no way, shape or form do I condone animal cruelty or dogfighting, whatever it is," Murray told media members on Wednesday. "For me personally, y'all saw me wear the Michael Vick jersey, a player that I admired very much growing up.
"Being home with my pup — my dogs, Trunks and Swoosh, they get treated like kings. In no way, shape, or form am I condoning that. Yes, I saw how (the post) affected people, and I decided to take it down."
The Vick court case served as one of the biggest sports stories of the decade. The former Virginia Tech quarterback was one of the biggest stars in the NFL with his dual-threat ability.
His career and life forever changed in 2007 after authorities executed a search warrant on his Virginia property. They discovered dozens of dogs and "dog fighting-related paraphernalia."
Vick then pleaded guilty and turned himself into U.S. Marshals to begin serving his 21-month prison sentence early. He also agreed through is plea agreement to put $1 million restitution into a fund used for the care and rehabilitation of animals.
The Falcons released Vick shortly before his release from prison, which occurred in May 2009. He later signed with the Eagles and began working on rebuilding his life and career.
Vick ultimately spent 13 years in the NFL before moving into the coaching ranks. He is in his first season as head coach of the Norfolk State Spartans.
