Ricky Williams


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Position: RB
Jersey #: 34
Date of Birth: May 21, 1977
Height / Weight: 5'10" / 230 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 5 in 1999 by NO
First Team: NO (1999)
Last Team: BLT (2011)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2011BAL1610844421320830261
2010MIA16159673219301411295
2009MIA16241112111355326422213
2008MIA161616594292921912114
2007MIA1615000001-1
2005MIA12168743617179301118
2003MIA1639213729505035114222
2002MIA16383185316475936315314
2001NO1631312456608851114206
2000NO102469858435440313188
1999NO122488682284017203110

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Ricky Williams Career Overview

Position: Running Back (RB)
Date of Birth: May 21, 1977

Career Timeline

  • New Orleans Saints (1999-2001)
    • Drafted 5th overall in the 1999 NFL Draft.
    • Rushed for over 1,000 yards in his rookie season, finishing with 1,000 yards and 11 touchdowns.
    • Named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1999.
  • Miami Dolphins (2002-2003, 2005-2007)
    • Traded to the Dolphins in 2002.
    • Rushed for 1,853 yards and 16 touchdowns in 2002, leading the league in rushing yards.
    • Named to the Pro Bowl in 2002 and 2003.
    • Won the NFL rushing title in 2002, earning First-Team All-Pro honors.
    • Had a brief retirement in 2004 but returned to the Dolphins in 2005.
    • In 2005, recorded 1,100 rushing yards, showcasing his ability to rebound after a year away from the game.
  • Baltimore Ravens (2011)
    • Signed with the Ravens for the 2011 season.
    • Played in a limited role, contributing to the team's backfield.

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • 3× Pro Bowl selection (2002, 2003, 2009).
  • 1× NFL rushing yards leader (2002).
  • 1× NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1999).
  • Inducted into the University of Texas Athletics Hall of Honor in 2008.
  • Known for his unique running style and ability to break tackles.

Additional Information

Ricky Williams is also known for his off-field interests, including yoga and holistic health. His career was marked by a controversial suspension due to substance use policy violations, but he remains a beloved figure in the NFL for his talent and resilience.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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