Ricky Williams, Running Back
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Regardless of how you personally feel about the use of marijuana, use of the substance is not allowed for NFL players. But Ricky Williams previously stated that his personal goal was “to elevate the legitimacy of cannabis as a medicine and the respect of medical professionals for cannabis users.” That led to his first retirement from the NFL in 2004, just five seasons into his career. While he did return to the league and enjoy success in the second act of his career, his use of marijuana to help him with his diagnosed social anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder, and avoidance disorder never ceased.
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