Ricky Williams?

[patpatriot]

This is from Peter King's latest on SI.com:

"I think the Dolphins are more likely to pass on Ricky Williams if he's reinstated by the league than put him back on their roster. I don't think they trust him, and I think they think they're just as likely to get a good backup runner"

If that's the case, should we make it three for three and pick up Ricky as our backup RB?

I have always liked him and he's been a good soldier the last time he was allowed to play. His suspension this time was essentially bogus. I think from a price/performance viewpoint he's a steal for our backup RB role. It's the same one he fufilled successfully in Miami with Ronnie Brown so he's not going to whine about his role.

I think it comes down to whether the Pats can stand the increased attention this move would bring....you know the

"What's Happened to the Patriots"

nonsense that the Boston and National media has been pushing.

I'd like to see them go for it.

 

[sieglo]

Well, if it did happen Ricky wouldn't have to go far to find a smoking buddy.

 

[jimmyjames]

I don't think Ricky has any interest in subjecting himself to the Boston media.
If there was ever a player destined to be an Oakland Raider...

 

[PATRIOTSFANINPA]

Why would you even consider this bum?

He may be the most overrated RB in the NFL

Could not even make it in the CFL with the Argonauts for crying out loud

I would pass and hope that we can grab a JAG in FA leftovers.

He is washed up,The only think he could light up anymore is a doobie,Not the scoreboard

 

[He Ban Me]

Well, if it did happen Ricky wouldn't have to go far to find a smoking buddy.

You took the words right out of my mouth.

 

[Real World]

He's not washed up by any means. The guy can run. He's going to help somebody, but I just don't think it will be the Pats. Taking on a Moss, and Merriweather might be the limit. If they didn't have those guys, they might have considered it. I'm hoping they go after Chris Brown.

 

[Born_a_Patriot]

You took the words right out of my mouth.

Bill does like his metal music.

 

[mtbykr]

I don't think Ricky has any interest in subjecting himself to the Boston media.
If there was ever a player destined to be an Oakland Raider...

Isn't he teaching yoga in california right now?? so i guess it would be a good fit

 

[fgssand]

I think Ricky as part of a one / two punch would be outstanding.

No way could they possibly bring in another question mark though.

If any team could though, it would be NE!!

 

[patpatriot]

He's not washed up by any means. The guy can run. He's going to help somebody, but I just don't think it will be the Pats. Taking on a Moss, and Merriweather might be the limit. If they didn't have those guys, they might have considered it. I'm hoping they go after Chris Brown.

I'd rather have Chris Brown too but isn't he looking for a place where he can audition for the feature back role and the acompanying paycheck? We'll have to pay a bundle to get him to agree to be a part-time player. Does he want a ring badly enough to sacrifice a year of his career for it? I dunno...

Thanks for reminding me about Ricky's Canadien adventure. I wonder what happend there. The year before he was a model citizen for the Dolphins and a productive player.

 

[JDP111]

I've been wanting Ricky Williams for months, and I have said so in previous posts. He'd be a great addition in a back-up role. . . . . . .

 

[zippo59]

Ricky Williams is so flaky and has so much baggage. He would make things so much more complicated. Randy Moss is quite enough of those type of players. And I really question if he is even that good anymore. He even said himself that he probably never be the player he once was and he certainly wasn't blowing away the Canadian League. I want nothing to do with him.

 

[PATSNUTme]

 

[g-fresh]

I like Ricky but I really question how commited to football he is. Say what you want about some of the guys we brought in this year and their character , but they are commited to playing football. Ricky seems like a guy who may not love football like the Patriot's want and is only playing because he has no other way to make the money he owes the Dolphins. If the Dolphins do decide to not take him back and let his debt go, I suspect Ricky may not be playing this season since he wouldn't have to.

That being said if Ricky has rediscovered his passion for the game after his time in the CFL, and is willing to be a role player for us then I would love to see him in a Pat's uniform. I think we've already got the former Dolphin running back we wanted in Morris though.

 

[PATRIOTSFANINPA]

He's not washed up by any means. The guy can run. He's going to help somebody, but I just don't think it will be the Pats. Taking on a Moss, and Merriweather might be the limit. If they didn't have those guys, they might have considered it. I'm hoping they go after Chris Brown.

Yeah,He can run all right...Run right to another place where he can do whatever he wants and screw the team that paid him well....the guy is a joke,would rather see Kevin and Heath play more often than have this Cancer come in.

If you are into 'grass',then he is the best 'player' in the NFL,otherwise a dud

 

[Flying Fungi]

Yeah,He can run all right...Run right to another place where he can do whatever he wants and screw the team that paid him well....the guy is a joke,would rather see Kevin and Heath play more often than have this Cancer come in.

If you are into 'grass',then he is the best 'player' in the NFL,otherwise a dud

cripes

what did he do? kick your dog??

 

[Tunescribe]

Ricky Williams is so flaky and has so much baggage. He would make things so much more complicated. Randy Moss is quite enough of those type of players. And I really question if he is even that good anymore. He even said himself that he probably never be the player he once was and he certainly wasn't blowing away the Canadian League. I want nothing to do with him.

I believe this is a wrong assessment. Ricky Williams has left the dope behind and has lived a lifestyle that actually will HELP his longevity in the NFL. He's in good shape. His work ethic is strong, as evidenced by his last year with the Dolphins and desire to return to the NFL. I'd love to see him as a change-of-pace guy with the Pats.

 

[Aqua4Ever04]

I really don't understand the reasoning for letting Williams go. He is a good running back who will play for veteran minimum, it makes no sense. In this day and age, you have to have 2 good running backs. Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams is an awesome duo and I don't get the idea of letting Ricky walk.

 

[DaBruinz]

I really don't understand the reasoning for letting Williams go. He is a good running back who will play for veteran minimum, it makes no sense. In this day and age, you have to have 2 good running backs. Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams is an awesome duo and I don't get the idea of letting Ricky walk.

He's a pot head who has losers like you rooting for him, welcher. Delete your account like you said you would.

 

[Aqua4Ever04]

He's a pot head who has losers like you rooting for him, welcher. Delete your account like you said you would.

Great contribution to the board. You're more concerned with disliking me than you are with talking football, pathetic. And no, I never said I'd delete my count, forget about it man.

(Congrats, you hijacked this thread.)