Vick Headed for the Pound

CNN is reporting that NFL star / alleged dog-torturer Michael Vick has agreed to a plea that will include jail time.

"After consulting with his family over the weekend," Michael Vick asks that I announce today that he has reached an agreement with federal prosecutors regarding the charges pending against him," lead defense attorney Billy Martin said in a statement.

"Mr. Vick has agreed to enter a plea of guilty to those charges and to accept full responsibility for his action and the mistakes he has made. Michael wishes to apologize again to everyone who has been hurt by this matter," Martin's statement said.

At 27, Vick should still have some playing time left in him after he's free -- assuming he can rehab his public image by then. Expect the following to come after he officially accepts his plea:

1. A strongly worded apology.

2. "Educational" meetings with various humane groups.

3. Multiple large checks cut out to PETA, the ASPCA, etc.

Perhaps if he learns from his past, something good come out of this yet.