Unconditional love kept bond between Michael Vick, Arthur Blank strong

ATLANTA -- Michael Vick knew Arthur Blank had his back.

When the former Atlanta Falcons quarterback was sentenced to 23 months in federal prison for running a dogfighting operation, a disappointed Blank didn't totally abandon Vick. Instead, Blank remained in contact with the fallen star during his incarceration. And when Vick was released from jail in May 2009, then headed back to Virginia, Blank made sure to make him feel right at home.

"I think I was home for about three days and Mr. Blank and his family came in with food from my favorite restaurant," Vick said. "They flew from Atlanta to Virginia, and Stoney River is one of my favorites. ... He brought food in for me and my family, sat and…