10 NFL Stars That Went Completely Broke

10. Michael Vick - Career Earnings: $130m

Vick's amassed wealth was decimated by the discovery of his active involvement in funding and sustaining a dog fighting ring. When it came out that he had personally bankrolled the ring, he was sentenced to 2 years imprisonment.

During his trial it was revealed that on top of his involvement with dog fighting, he had also spent $18m in one year, supporting a close circle of friends and his wider entourage. The rest of his fortune was eaten up in legal fees and fines, and in 2008, he filed for bankruptcy, citing a debt of $50m and outstanding loan amounts upwards of $2m.

Vick's actions were despicable, but he was lucky enough to get a second chance - eventually securing a 6 year, $100m contract with The Eagles following his release - getting himself out of the bankruptcy ditch.