Falcons quarterback Michael Vick's future on — or off — the playing field will be determined by early next week, according to two people familiar with the situation.

Falcons, NFL and NFL players union officials held a third day of conference calls Friday to try to resolve what to do with Vick, who was indicted Tuesday on federal dogfighting charges.

Several items need to be ironed out between all parties, but things are moving forward to where a decision will be made before Falcons players report to training camp Wednesday, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed.

A paid leave of absence for Vick is one option being discussed, along with a suspension. The possibility still remains that he will be allowed to play this season.

Falcons owner Arthur Blank, president and general manager Rich McKay and coach Bobby Petrino were among those involved in the conference calls, during which a variety of scenarios were discussed with the NFL and the players' union.

A leave of absence could be the prevailing solution, according to both people with knowledge of the discussions. There are several elements to such an agreement that must be agreed upon by all parties — including Vick.

Falcons wide receiver Joe Horn said he has spoken with Vick since the indictment was issued Tuesday and said Vick told him, "I need to be there playing and going through training camp to try and get through this."

Both the Falcons and the league have acknowledged that Vick is owed the right to due process through the legal system. However, commissioner Roger Goodell has the authority under the player-conduct policy to suspend players without a conviction. The Falcons could also take action against Vick.

Vick will miss the Falcons' first practice Thursday because he and three others have bond and arraignment hearings in Richmond. All face interstate conspiracy and dogfighting charges that could result in up to six years in jail and a $350,000 fine.