Michael Vick, the Virginia Tech quarterback whose electrifying, dual-threat style reshaped the position in the late 1990s and early 2000s, was officially enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame Tuesday night. The National Football Foundation (NFF) welcomed Vick as part of the 2025 class during the organization’s 67th Annual Awards Dinner, held at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino.

Vick's short, two-season tenure with the Hokies from 1999 to 2000 was marked by unprecedented success and a level of national attention Virginia Tech had rarely experienced. As a redshirt freshman in 1999, the Newport News, Virginia, native immediately captivated the college football landscape with his powerful arm and remarkable, game-breaking speed. He became the first freshman in school history to earn First Team All-America honors and guided the Hokies to an undefeated 11-0 regular season and a berth in the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) National Championship game against Florida State.

His performance during that freshman campaign was statistically dominant. Vick led the nation in passing efficiency with a rating of 180.4, setting an NCAA record for a freshman. He finished third in the Heisman Trophy voting that year and was awarded the inaugural Archie Griffin Award as college football’s most valuable player. He also claimed the Big East Offensive Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year awards, showcasing his all-around impact.

Vick's ability to create something from nothing with his legs while also delivering deep, accurate passes made him a transcendent player. He ultimately finished his college career with an impressive 22-2 record as the starting quarterback, losing only one conference game during his two years. His final collegiate totals included 3,074 passing yards with 20 touchdowns, and 1,202 rushing yards with 16 touchdowns on the ground. He retains several school records, including single-season passing efficiency and career yards per attempt, benchmarks of his explosive play.

The national spotlight earned at Virginia Tech propelled Vick to become the No. 1 overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. His No. 7 jersey was retired by the university in 2002. His inclusion in the Hall of Fame, alongside fellow 2025 inductee and HBCU icon Michael Strahan, reinforces the lasting legacy of athletic excellence that players of color have brought to the sport. Vick is currently serving as the head football coach at Norfolk State University, marking another chapter in his evolving football career.