NORFOLK, Va. — Under the stadium lights at Norfolk State University, fans cheered on the Spartans as NFL legend Michael Vick made his college coaching debut as head coach.

The Newport News native's return to the 757 brought excitement to alumni and fans, many proudly sporting the number 7, the number Vick wore when he played in the NFL.

"First of all, I grew up watching Michael Vick. I'm a graduate of Norfolk State University, a proud alum, so it's like the best of both worlds," said Derrick Isabell.

Alumni like Christopher Green said having Vick as head coach is inspiring to local students.

"I think it is really big because you know what better place to have someone who has gone through and matriculated through 757 schools, make it, and be a big name in college, as well as NFL, and co

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