Michael Vick, 2000

American quarterback Michael Vick played in the NFL for 13 seasons, starting out at Virginia Tech, where he received first-team honors and was first pick in the 2001 NFL draft for Atlanta Falcons. During his six-year season, he led the team to one division title and an appearance NFC Championships.

Vick’s profession came to a halt when he got into trouble with the law and had to do a 21-month stint in federal prison. He signed with Philadelphia Eagles in 2009 after he got out and was named Comeback Player of the Year. ESPN released a two-part documentary about the athlete in January 2020.