Michael Vick's interest in chess
Former NFL player Michael Vick has taken up chess and participated in Chess.com's BlitzChamps tournament with other NFL players. He finds similarities between playing chess and playing quarterback in football.
Key Points
- Michael Vick fell in love with chess while in prison
- Chess provides a mental challenge similar to playing quarterback in football
Pros
- Expanding horizons by taking up a new hobby
- Engaging in a mentally stimulating activity
Cons
- Losing matches in the tournament