Mark Inabinett is a sports reporter for Alabama Media Group. ", Richardson: "Wire it out. 3 pick Trent Richardson agrees to four-year, $20.488 mil contract For much of Monday afternoon and evening, various reports on Twitter claimed a deal was close between the Browns and No. Upon the seasons conclusion, Richardson received the Doak Walker Award (given to the nations top RB), SEC Offensive Player of the Year, was a consensus first-team All-American, and placed third in the Heisman voting. Where did that come from?' [66] He rushed for 3.6 yards per carry, which was the lowest yards per carry stat for a rookie running back in the NFL 2012 season. FAM is preparing for its third season to kick off in July. A lot of people dont get this opportunity, Richardson said, and so for them to take a chance on me to have another opportunity for me and my family, its big. Richardson won the Doak Walker Award as the nations best collegiate running back and finished third in the balloting for the Heisman Trophy while helping Alabama win the 2011 BCS national championship. To help connect U.S. players with the Mexican league, Richardsons company TR3, in partnership with his manager Brandon Bowers, who is the executive director of BBK Solutions LLC, and Derryl Williams of L.O.U.D. [28] In the annual rivalry game against Tennessee, he had 12 carries for 118 rushing yards and a touchdown in the 4110 victory. [52][53][54][55][56] Former Colts vice chairman Bill Polian called him one of the "three sure-thing players" in the 2012 draft. [15], In his first year at Alabama, Richardson stepped in quickly for the departed Glen Coffee, and shared time at the tailback position with Roy Upchurch and Mark Ingram, Jr.[16] When recruited, Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban called Richardson, "the real key to the class," and "an outstanding player at a position that a young player can contribute next year. He also rented a house. Two Hundred Dollars and a Bus Pass: Directed by Geary McLeod. In February, former Alabama running back Trent Richardson joined Caudillos de Chihuahua, a franchise in Futbol Americano de Mexico. Im going to do everything I can to make sure theres more awareness to Mexico because people get the wrong idea when youre talking about the Mexico league. Thats more than enough stressors to affect someones work productivity, mental stability, and physical well-being. [13] Considered a five-star recruit by Rivals.com, Richardson was listed as the No. In 2021, Richardson was introduced as a member of the Caudillos de Chihuahua franchise in Mexico. Troy Prediction: Odds, Spread, DFS Picks, and More, Bahamas Bowl Miami (OH) vs. UAB Prediction: Odds, Spread, DFS Picks, and More, Mike Leach, Mississippi State Head Coach and College Football Revolutionary, Dies Aged 61, Four-Star QB Myles Jackson Reclassifying, Committing to Stanford, CFNs College Football All-Americans 2022. [73] He struggled through most of the season and was demoted in favor of Donald Brown on December 1, 2013. But at the time, they took advantage of me. Spurning offers from Florida, Florida State, and LSU, he chose to take his talents to Alabama. [26] The following week against Penn State, he ran for a career-high 144 yards on 22 carries and a touchdown. Bradshaw was injured in a Week 11 game against the New England Patriots, making Richardson the lead back. Trent Richardson's two-year deal with the #Raiders is worth $3.45 M with $600 k fully guaranteed. They're going to still do it when you turn your back or you leave. Ingram and Richardson missed three games the following season, but Richardson showcased his versatility by taking 24 kick returns for 634 yards and one TD while hauling in 23 passes for 266 yards and four more scores. [23] He had 16 receptions for 126 receiving yards on the season. Top 3 Results for Trent Richardson. On April . sword and fairy 7 how to change language. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. In 2011, Alabamas backfield was finally Richardsons, with Ingram off to the NFL. 3 prospect in 2012 NFL Draft", "After trade up, Browns select Trent Richardson", "Biggest draft bust of every NFL team since 2000", "Biggest NFL Draft successes. ", Richardson on finding out his family and friends spent $1.6 million of his money in 10 months: "I finally just looked at my bank statement, and I was just like, 'Where did this come from? [105][106], Richardson with the Indianapolis Colts in 2014, Last edited on 22 February 2023, at 21:11, "Trent Richardson Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College", "Trent Richardson ranks as No. Trent Richardson has chance to fulfill potential with Raiders. Trent Richardson is still chasing his football dreams. Net Worth in 2023: $10 million. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. [48] He later also decided to skip workouts at the Alabama Pro Day on March 7. He was suspended by the team for the AFC Championship Game against the Patriots after he missed a walk-through for what he called a "family emergency" and did not alert the team. Former Indianapolis Colts running back Trent Richardson, who was released Thursday, has filed a grievance against the team for voiding the $3.184 million he was to make during the 2015 season . Simpson. On August 31, 2015, Richardson was released by the team. Mark Inabinett is a sports reporter for Alabama Media Group. No worries. ", "Trading No. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. [49] Richardson held his own Pro Day on March 27. Former Alabama All-American Trent Richardson arrived in Mexico on Wednesday to begin preparations for Caudillos de Chihuahua's season, the Mexican American Professional Football League. Richardson also spent time during the offseason on the Raiders (2015) and Ravens (2016) rosters. He missed the first part of training camp due to a bout with pneumonia. Money is the root of all evil, and unfortunately for Richardson, it was the root of his NFL downfall. ", Richardson on finding out he had 11 Netflix accounts and eight Hulu accounts under his name, as well as multiple charges on Amazon.com and for bottle service at clubs: "I don't even get on the Internet like that, and I don't even drink. The former unanimous All-American exited the NFL before the 2016 season and spent the next two years in the Canadian Football League as a member of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Richardson also lettered in track & field at Escambia. So I'm like 'OK, how much is it? 1 RB in the 2012 NFL Draft was. Its so much that we want to bring to the league and have on this platform because its a special opportunity, Richardson said. Trent Richardson contract and salary cap details, including signing bonus, guaranteed salary, dead money, roster bonuses, and contract history. The former Alabama football star is set to play in his third different North American country after signing with the Caudillos de Chihuahua of the Futbol Americano de Mexico, a league founded in 2016. How . Language in Richardson's contract allowed the Colts to avoid paying Richardson's $3.1 million salary for next season because of his two-game suspension. In 2012, he decided to enter the NFL Draft, from which he was selected as the 3rd overall pick by the Cleveland Browns, and signed a contract worth $20.4 million for the period of four years. [60] On July 23, Richardson and the Browns agreed to a four-year, $20.4 million contract (fully guaranteed) with a $13.3 million signing bonus. Richardson was born in Pensacola, Florida. ", Richardson on suspicious disappearance of money: "There's been money missing that I didn't know about. It's almost like you broke and broken-hearted. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. Browns Insider Shares Jedrick Wills Contract Prediction. After finishing his junior year at Alabama as the leading rusher and a Heisman finalist and the Doak Walker Award winner, given to the nation's top running back, if anyone looked like an NFL lock, Trent Richardson surely did. [72] In his first carry as a Colt, Richardson scored a one-yard touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers. Richardson would lose custody of his children if he continued to cross the Canadian border, so the Roughriders released him from his contract. Richardson specifically mentioned players from HBCUs such as Alabama State and small colleges such as North Alabama as those who could benefit from breaking in via Futbol Americano de Mexico, and he asked what the sport would have missed if there had been no Jerry Rice, the Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver from Mississippi Valley State, or Tyreek Hill, the current Kansas City Chiefs all-star who entered the NFL from West Alabama. Richardson wasn't . "A lot of people don't get this opportunity," Richardson said,. The deal included $600,000 guaranteed. After announcing he was joining the Caudillos de Chihuahua, a Futbol Americano de Mexico franchise, in an undefined. On February 11, 2021, Richardson signed with the Caudillos de Chihuahua of the Mexican Ftbol Americano de Mxico (FAM) league. [38][39] In the 2012 BCS National Championship Game, Richardson rushed for 96 yards and a touchdown to secure his second national championship with the Crimson Tide. In February, former Alabama running back Trent Richardson joined Caudillos de Chihuahua, a franchise in Futbol Americano de Mexico. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. The Raiders provided comments from Richardson, who spoke about joining Oakland: Scott Bair. [50], By March 2012, Richardson was widely projected to be a top six draft choice by the majority of analysts and scouts, with the Cleveland Browns, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and St. Louis Rams rumored to be showing the most interest. The Built By BamaOnLine Podcastbringsyou the latest Alabama news and insight from Travis Reier, Charlie Potter, Hank South and Tim Watts. Yet, he found solace on the gridiron, turning into somewhat of a prodigy from a young age. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Richardsons family spends $1.6 million in 10 months, Richardsons journey following the NFL goes from the CFL to the AAF, Where is he now? The Raiders signed him just two days later, and he would earn $750,000 before they released him in September. Programs within the Natural Hazards Mission Area Overview of Programs Trent Richardson is officially a professional football player in Mexico. 4 overall selection (, Yards from scrimmage: 2,017(First in the SEC), Rushing touchdowns: 21(First in the SEC), Touchdowns from scrimmage: 24(First in the SEC). Trent Richardson is an American football player currently playing for Indianana Colts. At this point, Richardson finally decided to rid himself of the baggage. [33] He won the Doak Walker Award becoming the first player from Alabama to win. Richardson also described himself as a brand ambassador for the Mexican league. The Baltimore Ravens then picked him up the following year, but did the same thing signed him in April and cut ties with him in late August. He missed the first part of training camp due to a bout with pneumonia. I said, Coach, I dont play no soccer. (He said), Hell no. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. People didnt even know it was a league. He didnt stop when he was cut multiple times from multiple leagues. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. I feel like Im home, Richardson said in a statement released by the league. Contact Charlie Potter by personal message or on Twitter (@Charlie_Potter). To see the full picture, we need to start from the beginning. He didn't want to leave anybody behind," Richardson's friend Ladaron Clardy said. 3 pick, Richardson signed a four-year, $20.5 million contract, with $13 million guaranteed. 6 overall recruit, Richardson had no shortage of suitors. And so when coach first came to me, I said, Yall play football over there? And Im thinking football, Im thinking soccer. Trent Richardson joins FAM in Mexico. Default language in Richardson's contract permits the Colts to release him and void the remaining $3.184 million in guaranteed money for a wide range of reasons. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 5? Someone needed their car paid before it was repossessed? Shortly after securing Richardsons signature, head coach Nick Saban called him the real key to the class.. Richardson scored all the Irons rushing touchdowns. I might play, said Richardson. He said he wants his career flux to end. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BrownsNation.com is not affiliated with the Cleveland Browns or the National Football League. You may hear that his birthday is on 10-Jul-90. [58] Richardson was the highest selected running back since Reggie Bush went second overall in 2006. One of the planned combines will be held Oct. 29-31 in Birmingham. Former Alabama football running back Trent Richardson signed a one-year deal with the Caudillos de Chihuahua of the Liga de Ftbol Americano de Mexico. No. He also recently opened a cocktail and smoothie bar, The Chill Spot, in his hometown. Scary moment for ex-NFL running back Trent Richardson -- when a gun was pulled on him during a dispute at a furniture store, and the incident was captured on video. 1:47. Menu. Already Subscribed? https://rolltidewire.usatoday.com/2021/02/17/trent-richardson-joins-mexican-american-football-league/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Richardson most recently played with the Birmingham Iron of the Alliance of American Football in 2019. Each team has a 10-game schedule in 2021 and can have up to 15 foreign players. He would play in four games, totaling 259 yards and two TDs on 48 attempts. [63] Richardson missed the entire preseason, but returned for the season opener. Weve talked about everything in our meetings that weve been having. He is considered to be the top running back prospect for the 2012 NFL Draft as the best running back prospect . And so then it came to everybody outside immediate family. Richardson died peacefully Wednesday night at his Charlotte home, the team said in a statement. I feel like Im where I need to be. Get ALL the latest Browns Nation news straight to your inbox! [40], For the season, Richardson had 1,679 rushing yards, breaking Mark Ingram II's record for most rushing yards in a season, and 21 rushing touchdowns. He missed the first part of training camp due to a bout with pneumonia. Helping kids understand the game of football and understand more about the business side and help them grow more as a family and as a community.. 3 overall selection in the 2012 NFL Draft is set to join his fourth professional football league since 2016 as Caudillos de Chihuahua of Futbol . A grievance to try to recoup some or all of . I might be a part of making decisions or helping out bringing awareness or I might be a part of [the defense], all of the above. [20] Richardson was also named to the 2009 SEC All-Freshman team alongside Barrett Jones and Nico Johnson. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Trent Richardson is 5-9 (175 cm) tall. Former Alabama football star running back Trent Richardson has signed to play in a Mexican football league this year, according to the Tuscaloosa News. In two seasons in Indianapolis, Richardson ran for 977 yards and six touchdowns on 316 carries and caught 55 passes for 494 yards and one touchdown in 29 regular-season games. [14] He chose Alabama over Florida, Florida State, and LSU, among others. You got people coming from everywhere., Those people took advantage of Richardsons empathetic persona, constantly requesting money from the newfound millionaire. Richardson got a chance with the Baltimore Ravens in 2016, but a hamstring problem and arthroscopic knee surgery kept him sidelined, and he was waived before he got on the field during training camp. Richardson paid for multiple funerals, weddings, and likely many other events. Richardson scored all the Irons rushing touchdowns. Powered by. Trent Richardson was released by the Oakland Raiders on Monday despite signing a two-year contract with the team in the spring, and has thus hit career rock bottom at just 25 years old. All Rights Reserved. When you visit any web site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. However, he was placed on the physically unable to perform list and was eventually cut in August. In 2008, he captured a regional title in the 100-meter dash (10.81 s) and placed 5th at the state meet with a time of 10.9 seconds (World-class sprinter Jeff Demps won the event). [103], Richardson has two daughters[104] and three sons. NFL.com analyst Adam Schein reveals why he thinks Jalen Ramsey's best fit is with the Lions. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Last week, the team held another press conference, and this time, Richardson signed a one-year contract to play for the team. Richardsons story is one of growth, persistence, and determination. Richardson presumably hoped the change in scenery would help him amend his financial woes, geographically cutting off some of the people leeching on. RB Trent Richardson earned $18,211,187 in his NFL career. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). "[17], In the second game of the season against Florida International, Richardson had 118 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns in the 4014 victory. 1. On August 31, 2015, Richardson was released by the team. The former Alabama All-American running back and No. But football is what you do, not who you are. But it wasnt all smooth sailing for Richardson. Richardson became the first former NFL player to own a . Richardson was the highest selected running back since Reggie Bush went second overall in 2006. Jerry Jones believes Cowboys can keep Zeke and Pollard, NFL combine measurements for DBs: Full list of results, Jerry Jones believes Prescott can progress like Brady, NFL combine 2023 results tracker: Top performances, NFL combine 2023: Winners and losers from DB workouts, Report: Pollard to get franchise tag if deal isn't done, Richardson, on his state of mind: "It's scary to have all that much money in the world and not be happy. Whilehe put on a jersey with his name and number on the back after his introduction, Richardson was mum on what he would do with the team. Chris Buescher has pointed to a variety of tracks where he could potentially win in 2023. With the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League in 2017, Richardson ran for 269 yards and two touchdowns on 48 carries in four games before sustaining an ankle injury that caused him to miss the remainder of the season. for players who want to earn the opportunity to make six figures playing professional American football in Mexico, Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. According to Richardson's brother Terrell, the following people were living with Richardson: "Me, my brother, my older brother visited frequently, Trent's kids, Trent's girlfriend, my uncle, my Aunt Vera, my cousin Julius, my cousin Devin, a friend of our family's Marlon.". [82], On April 18, 2016, Richardson signed with the Baltimore Ravens,[83] but was waived by the team on August 2, 2016. Former Alabama running back Trent Richardson has announced he will play professional football again after a two-year hiatus. Despite several injuries, Richardson ran for 950 yards and 11 touchdowns on 267 carries and caught 51 passes for 367 yards and one TD in 15 games in his rookie season. Richardson played in just 46 career NFL games, totaling 2,032 rushing yards, 912 receiving yards and 19 combined touchdowns, but received a big rookie contract. Richardson didnt quit when the people he trusted most blew over a million dollars. [91] On May 20, after failing to report to training camp, the Riders placed Richardson on the suspended list. And Richardson has proven the type of person he is with how he has handled his trials and tribulations. But what the former Alabama All-American was going to do for the team wasnt made clear. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reports the deal is. The . [69][70], On September 18, 2013, Richardson was traded to the Indianapolis Colts for a 2014 first-round draft pick. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change our default settings. #TodosSomosCaudillos #YoSoydelMeroChihuahua #FAM2021 #TR3 #WelcometoChihuahua #ElEstadoGrande @ Chihuahua, Chihuahua pic.twitter.com/rW3JJLT85d, Caudillos Pro Football Chihuahua (@caudillospfcuu) February 12, 2021, Sign up for the Roll Tide Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. My role will be -- well have to let yall know,Richardson said. As Saban would later say, He is such a good guy. With the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League in 2017, Richardson ran for 269 yards and two touchdowns on 48 carries in four games before sustaining an ankle injury that caused him to miss the remainder of the season. There's zero chance an NFL team would trade a high pick for Richardson right now, much less a first rounder. At a February press conference, Trent Richardson was introduced as a member of Caudillos de Chihuahua, a franchise in Futbol Americano de Mexico. June 9, 2022. waterfront property lake bois d arc . Bill O'Brien has a supporter in the former Patriots OC, Josh McDaniels. When he got traded to the Indianapolis Colts, he bought another million-dollar mansion and paid movers to bring his stuff and his family down from Cleveland, even though he says he asked his family why they couldn't do the moving for him. I know they love me. Chuck Crow, The Plain Dealer Trent Richardson, the Alabama running back who was the third overall pick in April's draft, has signed a four-year contract with the Browns. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. Helping kids understand the game of football and understand more about the business side and help them grow more as a family and as a community.. The Cleveland Browns selected Richardson with the third choice in the 2012 NFL Draft. He most recently played for the Birmingham Iron in the defunct AAF. 2 running back prospect in the nation (behind only Bryce Brown). trent richardson spotrac Islamic Center of Cleveland serves the largest Muslim community in Northeast Ohio. Trent Richardson Contract Guarantees Voided by Suspension Home Sports The Colts Suspended Trent Richardson, No One Knows Why, And They're Off The Hook For $3 Million Tony Manfred Jan 27,. Trent was a bigger bust than Fatmarcus Russell ,but its close Jamarcus and his $61 million failure of a contract were the reason the NFL put in rookie contract slot limits. Dr. Trent Richardson serves as the Deputy Associate Director for Natural Hazards where he oversees the geologic hazards and coastal-marine programs of the USGS and coordinates the hazard response and planning activities for the Bureau. He has his new football venture in Mexico and his foundation. Im gonna do everything I can to make this league better, Richardson said. Breaking news will come out soon.. Richardson also received consensus All-American honors and was named to the Orlando Sentinel's All Southern Team (Florida). Another $10,000 go out. Trent Richardson is playing for a team in Mexico, the Caudillos in Chihuahua City. Currently, Richardson seems to be moving on positively in his life.