The Atlanta Falcons have insisted the news that quarterback Michael Vick has been indicted by a federal grand jury in connection with a dog fighting probe will not derail their pre-season plans.

The Falcons released a statement on Tuesday night apologising to the team’s fans about the situation and insisting business would carry on as normal despite the charges hanging over Vick’s head.

This isn’t just an American Football thing – it’s international…Maybe part of a world wide football players dog fighting ring.

Have a look at this story about another NFL player (Irish Football) busted for dog fighting last year:

Pit bull seized at GAA man’s home