Attorneys: Vick expects return to NFL

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - Attorneys representing Michael Vick in his federal bankruptcy case in Virginia say the imprisoned NFL quarterback expects to return to football.

In a disclosure statement filed before a hearing Thursday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, the attorneys wrote that Vick "has every reason to believe" he will be reinstated by the NFL once he completes a 23-month sentence for a dogfighting conviction.

While Vick still has a contract with the Atlanta Falcons, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell would have the final say on his return.

The attorneys also lay out a plan for Vick to pay his creditors based on his expected NFL earnings and possible signing bonuses.

Vick was ordered to be present at two future court hearings.