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Ricky has applied for re-instatement

 

[OU#1]

Ricky...it's puff puff pass...stop bogarting.

 

[LHUCKS]

Don't hate on ricky just because he likes him some tree.

 

[OU#1]

Don't hate on ricky just because he likes him some tree.

What? I'm his #1 fan!

 

[wahooo]

If my FF backfield ends up being Ricky, Willie, and Adrian I will be money during the play-offs.

 

[TheFanatic]

If we keep losing RB's he's going to garner some interest. TB, Denver, Oakland (perfect fit IMO), Green Bay, Houston, New Orleans (how ironic would that be) could all use RB help. Even the Rams could use some help with the Jackson down but he would have to bring his own O-Line....

Other potential candidates, SF and Indy....

 

[Sweeper]

Williams has played in only 12 NFL games since the start of the 2004 season, but rushed for 3,225 yards in 2002-03. His current suspension began in April 2006 after he violated the league's drug policy for the fourth time. He tested positive for marijuana this April, again delaying his return.

Where was I during this monster 02-03 season?

 

[TheFanatic]

Williams has played in only 12 NFL games since the start of the 2004 season, but rushed for 3,225 yards in 2002-03. His current suspension began in April 2006 after he violated the league's drug policy for the fourth time. He tested positive for marijuana this April, again delaying his return.

Where was I during this monster 02-03 season?

I think that's over two seasons, 2002 and 2003.

 

[Mungo Burrows]

If my FF backfield ends up being Ricky, Willie, and Adrian I will be money during the play-offs.

You would smoke the competition.

 

[FFdork]

Didn't I read that it could take the NFL up to 10 weeks to decide on his reinstatement? I'm pretty sure getting Ricky back into the league ASAP is a top priority.

 

[tommyGunZ]

Didn't I read that it could take the NFL up to 10 weeks to decide on his reinstatement? I'm pretty sure getting Ricky back into the league ASAP is a top priority.

Ricky's agent won't let it take that long. I would think reinstatement would be quick and easy.Finding the right fit amongst NFL teams is the tough part.

 

[Warpig]

If my FF backfield ends up being Ricky, Willie, and Adrian I will be money during the play-offs.

You would smoke the competition.

I got something he could smoke.

 

[Phurfur]

Didn't I read that it could take the NFL up to 10 weeks to decide on his reinstatement? I'm pretty sure getting Ricky back into the league ASAP is a top priority.

Ricky's agent won't let it take that long. I would think reinstatement would be quick and easy.Finding the right fit amongst NFL teams is the tough part.

Why, this guy has had multiple suspensions I don't think you rush to bring him back.

 

[prymetyme25]

Please reinstate and order him to Houston.

Please reinstate and order him to Houston.

Please reinstate and order him to Houston.

Please reinstate and order him to Houston.

Please reinstate and order him to Houston.........

 

[FFdork]

Didn't I read that it could take the NFL up to 10 weeks to decide on his reinstatement? I'm pretty sure getting Ricky back into the league ASAP is a top priority.

Ricky's agent won't let it take that long. I would think reinstatement would be quick and easy.Finding the right fit amongst NFL teams is the tough part.

Why does Ricky's agent have any power to make things go faster? Also, isn't Ricky still property of the Dolphins? Not trying to be a smart ###, I'm honestly asking?

 

[Doug B]

... no one thinks there will be a huge drop-off in ability from 2004? Skill-postion players don't often spend this long away from the game, and return to be productive. How long was his CFL stint, and when did it end?

 

[LMF]

Didn't I read that it could take the NFL up to 10 weeks to decide on his reinstatement? I'm pretty sure getting Ricky back into the league ASAP is a top priority.

Ricky's agent won't let it take that long. I would think reinstatement would be quick and easy.Finding the right fit amongst NFL teams is the tough part.

Why does Ricky's agent have any power to make things go faster? Also, isn't Ricky still property of the Dolphins? Not trying to be a smart ###, I'm honestly asking?

Once Ricky applies for reinstatement (today) he has to present himself in front of doctors and talk to them extensively. Those doctors then have 45 days from the day he applied (today) to present their thoughts on him to Roger Goodell. Goodell then has 15 days to decide and yes or no verdict. Once that decision is made Miami Dolphins then have 14 days to decide whether to waive him or activate him. At the very latest if he is accepted he would be back Week 14. I actually read an article on this about 3 weeks ago and picked him up in all my Dynastys. LMF

 

[LMF]

... no one thinks there will be a huge drop-off in ability from 2004? Skill-postion players don't often spend this long away from the game, and return to be productive. How long was his CFL stint, and when did it end?

Im trying to find the article that i read about 3 weeks ago but it was saying that Ricky will only be 30. He is fresh. He has a VERY disaplined eating and workout regimine. They are saying he is stronger, faster, and slimmed down a bit from when he left. Didn't say anything about being drug free though! haha just kidding i had to through that in there though. I think he will surprise people when he comes back.

 

[LeBomb]

Hmm...

 

[Texican]

Worth a #1 waiver wire priority?

 

[LMF]

Worth a #1 waiver wire priority?

Dynasty? Yes. Re-draft? 50/50 and heres why. If your contending for the playoffs (4-0, 3-1, or even 2-2 with a decent team in a weak division) then yes because he will help you in weeks 14 - 17 and heres why IMO --> The Dolphins will most likely activate him and be WAY out of contention by then. With that said, Ricky will probably be the feature back for the last 2 weeks for a few reasons. One is because they might want to see what he can do with a load and then unload him in the offseason. Also to save Ronnie Brown for next year (yes he is proving himself this year). Soooo yes if your in contention. Defanitly! Out of contention i dont see a need for it because you cant really use him for trade bait right now in a re-draft and bye the time you can then it'll be too late. <---- IMOLMF

 

[johns560]

Ricky to the PACK!

If he still has some skills could he be the final piece of the puzzle?

 

[menobrown]

Once Ricky applies for reinstatement (today) he has to present himself in front of doctors and talk to them extensively. Those doctors then have 45 days from the day he applied (today) to present their thoughts on him to Roger Goodell. Goodell then has 15 days to decide and yes or no verdict. Once that decision is made Miami Dolphins then have 14 days to decide whether to waive him or activate him. At the very latest if he is accepted he would be back Week 14. I actually read an article on this about 3 weeks ago and picked him up in all my Dynastys.

LMF

The bolded part is the key. At the very latest. One guy writes that it could take AS MUCH as 60 days and now everyone is running around claiming it's going to take 60 days. One thing not to overlook. While the doctors and Goodell have 45 and 15 days those days are not put in place for them to intentionally drag their feet. The NFLPA and the NFL have mutually agreed on the drug policy and penalties and if the NFLPA perceived the NFL as intentionally dragging their feet that could only hurt future negotiations between the two. I also don't have a sense about me that Goodell is that kind of man. I think he's acted fairly quickly with his decisions and I expect that to continue. One last thing is that while Goodell has levied big suspensions of some players it was for crimes, some for committing multiple crimes and some for heinous crimes. Ricky smokes pot but as far as I know it's never caused him to run afoul of the law since he was arrested in 2000 in Austin for not signing a traffic ticket . He served his penalty and I fully expect Goodell to allow him back into the league and quickly.

 

[LMF]

Once Ricky applies for reinstatement (today) he has to present himself in front of doctors and talk to them extensively. Those doctors then have 45 days from the day he applied (today) to present their thoughts on him to Roger Goodell. Goodell then has 15 days to decide and yes or no verdict. Once that decision is made Miami Dolphins then have 14 days to decide whether to waive him or activate him. At the very latest if he is accepted he would be back Week 14. I actually read an article on this about 3 weeks ago and picked him up in all my Dynastys.

LMF

The bolded part is the key. At the very latest. One guy writes that it could take AS MUCH as 60 days and now everyone is running around claiming it's going to take 60 days. One thing not to overlook. While the doctors and Goodell have 45 and 15 days those days are not put in place for them to intentionally drag their feet. The NFLPA and the NFL have mutually agreed on the drug policy and penalties and if the NFLPA perceived the NFL as intentionally dragging their feet that could only hurt future negotiations between the two. I also don't have a sense about me that Goodell is that kind of man. I think he's acted fairly quickly with his decisions and I expect that to continue. One last thing is that while Goodell has levied big suspensions of some players it was for crimes, some for committing multiple crimes and some for heinous crimes. Ricky smokes pot but as far as I know it's never caused him to run afoul of the law since he was arrested in 2000 in Austin for not signing a traffic ticket . He served his penalty and I fully expect Goodell to allow him back into the league and quickly.

I agree with this completely. The policy was not put in affect to punish players or keep them out of the NFL. The policy was put in place to HELP players, and by help i mean get them off the substance. As long as Ricky is clean, I believe that Mr. Ricky will be back in the NFL this year.

 

[Badm]

The guy is toast, remember Tyson when he came back? You think he could be away from the game this long and just walk in and produce?? Only Jordan could od things like that...

 

[tommyGunZ]

Didn't I read that it could take the NFL up to 10 weeks to decide on his reinstatement? I'm pretty sure getting Ricky back into the league ASAP is a top priority.

Ricky's agent won't let it take that long. I would think reinstatement would be quick and easy.Finding the right fit amongst NFL teams is the tough part.

Why does Ricky's agent have any power to make things go faster? Also, isn't Ricky still property of the Dolphins? Not trying to be a smart ###, I'm honestly asking?

Ricky's agent doesn't actually have the power to fast track his client's reinstatement, but it's his job to ensure that the process is moving as fast as possible. If it becomes obvious that the league is lollygagging, he'll go to the press and present the case that Ricky has served his penalty and should be allowed to resume his career ASAP. The league doesn't want that.A couple weeks to review all of the details is the most time it will take, IMO.