Nekeisha Walker
Blue & White Flash / Staff Writer
It has been said that adversity can either break a man or make a man break records. Rico Richardson has decided to break records.
Richardson, a senior wide receiver from Natchez, Miss. majoring in recreation administration, joined the single season 1,000 yard club during Jackson State University’s game against Alabama A&M University on Nov. 11. He currently has 1,027 and is 260 yards away from replacing Sylvester Morris’ 1999 record of 1,286 yards.
He is one of five and the first in 13 years who has been able to accomplish such a goal.
“I never really even thought I would be playing college football and the fact that I am playing and on my way to break records is amazing, especially with it being in front of the home crowd and my family,” said Richardson.
He added, “At first I never really thought about a record but now that I am so close, I plan to try to get at least 200 yards against Alcorn State University, even though I know it will not be easy, but I want to get my yards up early.”
Richardson has hopes of one day playing professional football but if that doesn’t work out he plans to work for the National Wildlife and Fisheries Association.
“I am willing to play NFL, CFL, or even Arena football; it is my life and as long as football is involved, I most likely am willing to do it,” said Richardson. “Out of all the teams in the NFL, I would want to play for the Minnesota Vikings. It has always been my dream, especially after seeing Dontae Culpepper and Randy Moss play for them.”
Another NFL player that has inspired Richardson is Victor Cruz.
“He came from a smaller school and made big plays and it is because of him that I believe anything is possible as long I put in the time and effort,” said Richardson.
Richardson stated that as his senior year winds down he will miss his teammates who always kept him motivated and will cherish the many memories, including catching the game winning touchdown in his sophomore year against Southern University.
“Before I go, above beating any record, I want to win a championship for the team, the fans, the school, and the city,” said Richardson. “Wining a championship is more important than any record, even though it will be great to do both.”
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