HAMPTON - The conversation took place 15 years ago at a summer football camp. But to this day, Michael Vick remembers the encouragement and advice he received from NFL superstar Bruce Smith.

"He sat down and told me I had all the skills and all the talent to go to the next level," Vick said. "But the most important thing was to keep my head on straight. I took his advice, and to this day I thank him whenever we talk.

"It's amazing how just saying a couple of key words to kids can generate dreams. And that's what we need from our kids who are growing up in rough times and poverty-stricken areas who don't have any hope."

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