Ricky Williams, American professional football player. Achievements include leading the NFL in: rushing attempts, 2002, 2003, rushing yards, 2002, rushing yards per game, 2002, touches, 2003; setting a NFL record for longest span between 1,000 rushing yards seasons (6), 2009. Named First Team All-Pro, NFL, 2002; named to American Football Conference Pro Bowl Team, 2002; recipient Heisman Trophy, 1998. Founder Run Ricky Run Foundation.
Background
Williams, Ricky was born on May 21, 1977 in San Diego, California, United States. Son of Errick and Sandy Williams.
Education
Graduate, University Texas, Austin.
Career
Running back New Orleans Saints, 1999—2001, Miami Dolphins, 2002—2003, 2005, since 2007, Toronto Argonauts, 2006.
Achievements
Ricky Williams has been listed as a noteworthy professional football player by Marquis Who's Who.