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Part 3: Michael Vick on Meeting Allen Iverson at 14, AI Calling Him the Football Version of Himself
Part 1: Michael Vick on Growing Up in "Newport Nam", Seeing Dead Cab Driver at Age 11
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Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick opened up about his tumultuous childhood, characterized by his parents' abusive relationship and his own confrontations with his father. Despite acknowledging his father's struggle with drug addiction, Vick expressed respect and appreciation for his father's efforts, highlighting his father's protectiveness and the emphasis he placed on instilling values and principles. Vick revealed that he has emulated his father's protective approach with his own children. The interview also touched on physical confrontations with his father, underscoring that these weren't always centered around his mother but often stemmed from Vick asserting himself as a young man. However, Vick declined to delve into specifics, hinting at a forthcoming documentary that would allow his father to address his past issues and how they ultimately shaped him into a better person.
