Ricky Williams Was My Favorite Athlete

Ricky Williams, widely known as eccentric, won the Heisman Trophy at the University of Texas before struggling to maintain his success with the Miami Dolphins and New Orleans Saints in the National Football League. While published in 2019, this story from The Outline provides insight into Williams’ struggles with Social Anxiety Disorder and Depression. Further, it emphasizes the difficulty athletes face in balancing their pursuits of elite performance and overall emotional and mental well-being.

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Ricky Williams (34) from SB Nation

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