Demonized for his acts while also having a life of privilege associated with being a professional athlete, Vick let so many people down.

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"I've let so many people down: my players, my administration, Rutgers University, the fans, my family, who's sitting in their house just huddled around because of the fact their father was an embarrassment to them, " he said.

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We never expected to have so many people show up, let alone raise as much money as we did.

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Having access to networks and platforms that let us feel connected and in touch with so many people certainly strokes our egos, as Debra pointed out.

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Let me just ask, though, Lindsey, so many people who've never been to the region that was affected by Katrina and Rita think they've heard everything about this story.

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