10 Most Severe NFL Suspensions Ever

5. Michael Vick - Two Years (Length Of His Jail Term)

QB Michael Vick had the eyes of the NFL world on him during his time at the Atlanta Falcons but he threw it all away by operating an illegal, underground dog-fighting ring from his home. It was ludicrous for him to think for a second that he wouldn't be discovered, and served 21 months in prison for the sickening crimes which saw countless dogs abused, neglected and killed. He was suspended throughout his prison sentence but was allowed back into the league, though he has never recaptured his early form.
 
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