On a day that began with Washington Washington Football Team quarterback Donovan McNabb agreeing to a five-year, $78 million contract extension, it was Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick who turned out to be money. The 30-year-old signal caller, who is set to be a free agent after this season, had a game for the ages in leading Philadelphia to a resounding 59-28 victory in front of 84,912 at FedEx Field.
Vick put together a 14-of-18, 264-yard, three-touchdown passing performance — in just the first half. For good measure, he added six carries for 66 yards and two more scores before halftime. He finished the game connecting on 20 of 28 passes for 333 yards and four scores, along with eight carries for 80 yards and the two touchdowns.
His jaw-dropping performance started on the first offensive play of the game, when he hooked up with third-year wide receiver DeSean Jackson for an 88-yard touchdown. From there, the left-hander never looked back. Was it the biggest passing play of his career?
Vick’s assault wasn’t limited to the Washington Football Team’s defense. He did plenty of damage to the record book, as well. Among the marks that will be tough to beat: Vick is now the only player in NFL history with three touchdown passes and two rushing touchdowns in the first half of a game. He is also the first player in NFL history with at least 300 yards passing, 50 yards rushing, four passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns in a game.
