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Sources: NFL reinstates Ricky Williams from ban
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has reinstated Dolphins RB Ricky Williams after a suspension of 18 months for violating the NFL substance-abuse policy, sources told ESPN's Chris Mortensen.
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Ricky Williams Reinstated, Pot Dealers on Miami Beach Rejoice
Yoda You Should Ask — ... Looks like Commissioner Darth Goodell does have a heart deep down in there somewhere. According to league sources, Ricky Williams has been reinstated after 18 months gone from the league. Obviously just in time for the 0-9 Miami Dolphins run to the playoffs. ...

Ricky Williams Is Back In the NFL
FanHouse — Filed under: Dolphins, AFC East, Miami NFL Commish Roger Goodell has decided to reinstate Ricky Williams back to the NFL, according to reports. Williams had been serving an 18-month suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy. Williams met last week with league administrators who had raised concerns even though doctors at a Boston-area treament center where Williams spent a good portion of four months were very supportive for his reinstatement, sources said. Right now, Ricky is ...

Daily Dawger
The Guy Report — KEVIN "MOBY" DUCKWORTH SIGHTING AT BLAZER GAME Luckily, Capt. Ahab not in attendance. STARBURY GOES MIA, THREATENS TO DISS ON ISIAH Trade to New York Post said to be in the works. NFL CENTERS FORM UNION TO JUSTIFY CELEBRATIONS AFTER SUCCESSFUL SNAPS Yes, the NFL has come down to this. And, yes, you're all No. 1 in my book. RICKY WILLIAMS RE-INSTATED That should help the winless Dolphins. Gentlemen, start your bongs. PAT ...

No Ricky No Cry
SporTech Matter — ... The news just keeps rolling in for the Miami Dolphins this morning. Whether he is allowed to rejoin the Dolphins this season or not, Ricky Williams has been officially reinstated by Roger Goodell after missing the last 18 months of the season due to violating the league’s substance abuse policy. ESPN NFL guru Chris Mortensen breaks the news… ...

Wedesday Morning Updates: John Beck and Ricky Williams
The Phinsider — ... ESPN's Chris Mortensen is reporting that the NFL has reinstated RB Ricky Williams after an 18-month long suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy.  This report claims the Dolphins have been notified.  However, it is not known what the Dolphins plan to do with Ricky.  One thing is for sure, though.  They must act quickly because he will count against the active roster. ...

An Interview With Charlie Weis
Foul Balls — ... here and take this. I'm Charlie Weis! I'm leaving. FB: Later, Coach Douche. See, this is why I don't do many interviews. Sooner or later I always end up calling the person I'm talking to a douchebag. Even if they aren't. It's a sickness. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go come up with some defense tactics for the inevitable onslaught of barrages from Notre Dame haters after we lose to Duke on Saturday. Foul Balls Smoke, Ricky, Smoke - In a victory for pothead athletes everywhere, Ricky Williams has been reinstated by the NFL . NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has decided to ...

Ricky Williams Reinstated By NFL Unknown If Dolphins Will Take Him Back
SPORTSbyBROOKS — ... (and winless) Dolphins have two weeks to decide if they want him. Sun-Sentinel: " Williams relocated from his Yoga farm in Northern California to Boston last June where he has been undergoing therapy in a private treatment center since. It is believed Williams is being treated for his society-anxiety disorder, which could be linked to his past abuse of marijuana. " Williams tested positive for marijuana last April, but thanks to that time in the Boston treatment center - and a personal plea from Williams to Goodell - the league reinstated him. More importantly, what will ...

Ricky Williams In, Dwight Freeney Out and NFL Power Rankings
Music City Miracles — Before we go through the power rankings, a couple of NFL notes.  NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has decided to reinstate Miami Dolphins running back Ricky Williams.  Williams was serving a a suspension for his 432nd positive marijuana test.  The over under for his next suspension is week 14. ...

Would You?
Battle Red BlogThe NFL reinstated Ricky Williams today, and I for one am optimistic that the fourth time is the charm.  The more cynical among you might say that I'm ...

Tracker Off Topic: Ricky’s back!
Titans Tracker - A Tennessee Titans Blog — ... Ricky Williams, the eccentric running back currently with the Miami Dolphins, was reinstated by the NFL after an 18-month absence due to a drug suspension. ...

Morning Munchies: Boras-less ARod Talks Dollars With Yanks, Marbury Reappears In New York and MLB Coaches Of The Year
Mind Rite Sports -- Quality, diverse sports coverage — ... by the league for his “Brokeback Mountain” comments. The Sonics got their first win against the strug-ling Miami Heat , despite Dwayne Wade’s return to the line-up. Expect Pat Riley to sauté his line-up… and Big Diesel will be his main focus/victim. Cleveland’s Wedge , Arizona’s Melvin named the AL, NL top MLB managers. Stephon Marbury returned to the Knicks line-up Wednesday but the riff between he and coach Isaiah Thomas may not be over. The NFL reinstated oft-high running back Ricky Williams .

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