One of the most accomplished dual-threat quarterbacks in recent Alabama high school football history is set to play for Michael Vick. Former Hueytown standout and Alabama Gatorade Player of the Year Earl Woods III has committed to play at FCS Norfolk State for the former Pro Bowl quarterback,

The Norfolk State football program got a commitment from Kennesaw State transfer quarterback James Woods III, giving new head coach Michael Vick a talented quarterback to work with in his first season with the program.

We’re turning a corner,” Vick said in an introductory press conference attended by legendary athletes Allen Iverson and Bruce Smith, and his high school coach, Tommy Reamon.

Following unanimous approval by the Board of Visitors, NSU Director of Athletics Dr. Melody Webb announced that Michael Vick, a four-time Pro Bowl selection and former No. 1 overall NFL draft pick, will lead Norfolk State's football program into a new era.

Michael Vick has landed his first commit in the transfer portal after taking over as the Norfolk State football head coach.

Vick, 44, lacks major coaching experience but told The Virginian-Pilot, “I know how to lead and I know what it takes.”

Norfolk State University head coach Michael Vick has his first quarterback commitment as an HBCU coach- and its a former Alabama football star from the prep ranks. Earl Woods III, who started his career at Kennesaw State,