It's not a given that Ricky Williams will go back to the NFL next season. According to the former Miami Dolphins running back, a return to the CFL in 2007 isn't out of the question.
"If I came back here, you can put me anywhere," he tells USA Today. "Up here, I can play offense, defense, special teams. I can do everything. I can block, play tight end, running back, receiver - even play the line.
"The NFL is so structured - 'You do this.' Here I can do so much."
Williams, who's first season with the Toronto Argonauts has been marred by injury, is under contract to the Dolphins through 2008 and says he would need their approval to return to the CFL for a second season.
"I'll have to talk with my family and (Dolphins) Coach (Nick) Saban to really see what the best decision is for me.
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"Honestly, this season probably has been the most fun I've had playing since I've been in pro football."
Saban says he hasn't considered Williams' future with the Dolphins beyond this season.
"I support the players I'm coaching and I'll continue to support Ricky," Saban tells the Sun-Sentinel newspaper. "I will address (Ricky's situation) at the (proper) time."
Williams is currently serving a one-year suspension from the NFL for violating the league's substance abuse policy for a fourth time. He would have to apply for reinstatement before returning to the Dolphins.
