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bandito · 09-14-2007, 07:45 PM

Can you believe this POT HEAD. How many chances does he want?

MIAMI (AP) - Bad news for NFL linebackers, good news for soap opera fans: Ricky Williams is planning another comeback.

The suspended running back is eligible to seek reinstatement by the NFL after Oct. 1 and will do so, his attorney said Friday.
In recent years, Williams has made more headlines than first downs, playing in only 12 NFL games since the start of the 2004 season. His current suspension began in April 2006 after he violated the league's drug policy for the fourth time, and a positive test for marijuana this April delayed his return.

Williams' attorney, David Cornwell, said they spoke by phone Thursday.

"He sounds wonderful," Cornwell said. "He sounds like he's in a great place, and I'm confident that will come through to the commissioner."

It seems unlikely that Williams will end up back in a Dolphins uniform. (Donald Miralle / Getty Images)

It's uncertain how quickly the 30-year-old Williams might be cleared to return — or where he would play. He remains under contract with Miami, where he won the NFL rushing title in 2002, but first-year Dolphins coach Cam Cameron has given no indication he wants Williams.

Discussing Williams' most recent relapse in May, Cameron said it's difficult to salvage the careers of troubled players.

"The easiest predictor of future behavior is previous behavior," the coach said.

Dolphins general manager Randy Mueller is unlikely to lobby for Williams' return. It was Mueller who traded Williams to Miami when both were with the New Orleans Saints in 2002.

Since that deal, the Dolphins have endured a five-year playoff drought, the longest in franchise history.

Even if Miami no longer wants Williams, there's likely a market for player who rushed for 3,225 yards in 2002-03 — assuming he can persuade a team he's eager to play. That has been a subject of debate in the past.

"All indications I have are that he has an interest in playing," Cornwell said. "He's a very eclectic young man with a lot of interests, and I think that's good. It's good for the NFL to have such players.

"I don't think he would go through this process if he didn't have a desire to play."

An NFL spokesman confirmed Williams is eligible to apply for reinstatement after Oct. 1 but declined further comment.

Cornwell said the process to seek reinstatement requires Williams to show he has followed the requirements of the NFL drug policy. Cornwell said commissioner Roger Goodell would decide whether to hold any face-to-face meetings.

Mikado · 09-14-2007, 08:58 PM

He can always try arena football, if all else fails

GARFIELDKOOL · 09-14-2007, 09:06 PM

He must be broke and ran out of money for some weed.

Mikado · 09-15-2007, 12:01 AM

catlover79 · 09-15-2007, 12:03 AM

*putting fingers in ears and humming loudly* LA LA LA LA LA LA...

Dutabi84 · 09-15-2007, 12:06 AM

Let him back. He smoked pot..who gives a ****?

freshprinceofLA · 09-15-2007, 04:00 AM

Ricky was one of the best backs in the league before this whole weed drama! Damn I'm getting tired of all these comebacks!
MAKE UP YOUR MIND RICKY!!
question for ricky
Do you want to torch Defensive Backs or Torch plants its up to you

TJL · 09-15-2007, 04:21 AM

What happened, did he run out of weed?

Dynomite · 09-15-2007, 10:08 AM

Ricky Williams is in the same boat with Odell Thurman-if you screw up with the NFL's Substance Abuse Policy once, what makes anyone think you're not going to screw up again? Right now, neither of them can be trusted, because they're unwilling to admit they have problems. Ricky Williams' chances of being reinstated by the NFL at this time are nearly impossible(we'll talk more about Odell Thurman, later). He can forget about playing in the Arena Football League-few former NFL players manage to play in the two-way league(Peter Warrick, James Cannida, Brad Pyatt, etc.). He's not Arena Football material, sure Ricky Williams can run the ball, but I don't think he can play linebacker, and in that league, he has to play both offense and defense. He'd better concern himself with getting his life straightened out, because unless he does, no football league, even minor leagues, is going to allow him to play anywhere.

theshark8777 · 09-15-2007, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikado

He can always try arena football, if all else fails

Hey! I like Arena Football.

He did try his luck in the CFL, but he broke his arm or something. I think that was 2 years ago.

09-14-2007, 07:45 PM	#1
bandito Going Topless Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 28, 2002 Location: The Steel City Posts: 6,320	Ricky Williams seeks reinstatement Can you believe this POT HEAD. How many chances does he want? MIAMI (AP) - Bad news for NFL linebackers, good news for soap opera fans: Ricky Williams is planning another comeback. The suspended running back is eligible to seek reinstatement by the NFL after Oct. 1 and will do so, his attorney said Friday. In recent years, Williams has made more headlines than first downs, playing in only 12 NFL games since the start of the 2004 season. His current suspension began in April 2006 after he violated the league's drug policy for the fourth time, and a positive test for marijuana this April delayed his return. Williams' attorney, David Cornwell, said they spoke by phone Thursday. "He sounds wonderful," Cornwell said. "He sounds like he's in a great place, and I'm confident that will come through to the commissioner." It seems unlikely that Williams will end up back in a Dolphins uniform. (Donald Miralle / Getty Images) It's uncertain how quickly the 30-year-old Williams might be cleared to return — or where he would play. He remains under contract with Miami, where he won the NFL rushing title in 2002, but first-year Dolphins coach Cam Cameron has given no indication he wants Williams. Discussing Williams' most recent relapse in May, Cameron said it's difficult to salvage the careers of troubled players. "The easiest predictor of future behavior is previous behavior," the coach said. Dolphins general manager Randy Mueller is unlikely to lobby for Williams' return. It was Mueller who traded Williams to Miami when both were with the New Orleans Saints in 2002. Since that deal, the Dolphins have endured a five-year playoff drought, the longest in franchise history. Even if Miami no longer wants Williams, there's likely a market for player who rushed for 3,225 yards in 2002-03 — assuming he can persuade a team he's eager to play. That has been a subject of debate in the past. "All indications I have are that he has an interest in playing," Cornwell said. "He's a very eclectic young man with a lot of interests, and I think that's good. It's good for the NFL to have such players. "I don't think he would go through this process if he didn't have a desire to play." An NFL spokesman confirmed Williams is eligible to apply for reinstatement after Oct. 1 but declined further comment. Cornwell said the process to seek reinstatement requires Williams to show he has followed the requirements of the NFL drug policy. Cornwell said commissioner Roger Goodell would decide whether to hold any face-to-face meetings.
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09-15-2007, 12:03 AM	#5
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09-15-2007, 04:00 AM	#7
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09-15-2007, 10:08 AM	#9
Dynomite Member Forum Regular Join Date: Oct 10, 2006 Location: near Dayton, Ohio Posts: 579	Ricky Williams is in the same boat with Odell Thurman-if you screw up with the NFL's Substance Abuse Policy once, what makes anyone think you're not going to screw up again? Right now, neither of them can be trusted, because they're unwilling to admit they have problems. Ricky Williams' chances of being reinstated by the NFL at this time are nearly impossible(we'll talk more about Odell Thurman, later). He can forget about playing in the Arena Football League-few former NFL players manage to play in the two-way league(Peter Warrick, James Cannida, Brad Pyatt, etc.). He's not Arena Football material, sure Ricky Williams can run the ball, but I don't think he can play linebacker, and in that league, he has to play both offense and defense. He'd better concern himself with getting his life straightened out, because unless he does, no football league, even minor leagues, is going to allow him to play anywhere.