Michael Vick’s lung-bursting run to send Falcons to OT win vs Vikings is still epic 20 years on

Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick is one of the most, if not the most, mobile quarterbacks in NFL history. His quick feet earned him a lot of success, including the most rushing yards for a QB in NFL history, four Pro Bowl selections, and comeback player of the year in 2010.

There have been many times' where he has relied on his feet in big moments, including against the Minnesota Vikings 20 years ago. On December 1st, 2002, the Atlanta Falcons faced the Vikings and Vick catapulted them to an overtime victory with one of the most iconic runs in NFL history.

Tied at 24 in overtime, the Falcons relied on their quarterback. On second-and-eight, Michael Vick used play action to burst free and break a few tackles for a game-winning 47-yard touchdown run.

Vick split the two Vikings' defenders on his way to the endzone and lifted the Falcons to a victory. He also set an NFL record for most rushing yards by a quarterback in a game with 173 yards at the time. See the clip below:

It’s been exactly 20 years since @MichaelVick walked it off in OT with this epic scramble 🔥 (Dec. 1, 2002)

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Michael Vick has the most career rushing yards by a quarterback in NFL history

Michael Vick - Pittsburgh Steelers v New York Jets

To say that Michael Vick was a mobile quarterback is an understatement. He might be the most mobile quarterback in NFL history. His 6,109 rushing yards is the most in NFL history for a quarterback, as is his 7.0 yards per carry average.

Most rush yards by a QB in a game ever:

178 — Justin Fields
173 — Michael Vick https://t.co/D75ivqXXxS

Vick holds the record even after missing two seasons (2007 & 2008) due to his arrest for being involved in dogfighting. He became the first quarterback in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards in a single-season when he rushed for 1,039 yards in 2006. This was the season before his arrest and suspension.

Along with his 6,109 rushing yards, he added 36 touchdowns on the ground. While there have been many dual-threat quarterbacks before Vick (such as Steve Young, Randall Cunningham, Steve McNair, and Kordell Stewart), he paved the way and popularized the position going forward.

Flash forward to today and the NFL is dominated by such QBs. Watch Redzone and you'll see Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, Kyler Murray and Justin Fields running the ball routinely.