Ricky Watters

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ricky Watters
Occupation	Football Player
Date Of Birth	Apr 7, 1969(1969-04-07)
Age	55
Country	United States
Birth City	Pennsylvania
Horoscope	Aries

Ricky Watters Biography

Ricky Watters is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on April 7, 1969 in Pennsylvania, United States. He is a five-time Pro Bowl running back and was a member the San Francisco 49ers that won Super Bowl XXIX. As a Notre Dame college player, he won the 1988 National Championship.

He was partnered with Hall of Fame 49ers quarterback He won a Super Bowl alongside Hall of Fame 49ers quarterback Steve Young. to win a Super Bowl.

Richard James Watters (born April 7, 1969) is a former American football running back who played for the San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, and Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League. Watters played college football at the University of Notre Dame where he played wide receiver on the school’s 1988 national champion team. He also won Super Bowl XXIX as a member of the 1994 49ers over the San Diego Chargers. Watters was known throughout his playing career for his outstanding receiving skills and his unique high- step running style, which earned him the nickname Ricky “Running” Watters, from ESPN sportcaster Chris Berman.

Watters arrived at Notre Dame in 1987 as a highly touted member of head coach Lou Holtz’s second recruiting class. The class was Notre Dame’s second consecutive top 10 recruiting class, following on the heels of the ’86 class which included star quarterback Tony Rice. Watters began the season backing up Mark Green and occasionally returning kickoffs. Behind Rice and an infusion of new talent, the team went 8-4 and appeared in the Cotton Bowl Classic against Texas A&M.

He was married to Catherina, and has two sons named Shane Jr.

Ricky Watters Net Worth

Ricky Watters is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ricky Watters 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a four year letterman at Bishop McDevitt high school in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

After retiring from football, he became an inspirational speaker and was elected President and CEO at Tigero Entertainment.

In a memorable season filled with victories over ranked opponents, Notre Dame defeated the #3 ranked West Virginia 34-21 in the Fiesta Bowl to secure the school’s 11th national championship. With six All-Americans, the team cemented its place as one of the greatest teams in the history of college football.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Ricky Watters Dating?

According to our records, Ricky Watters married to Catherina Watters. As of December 1, 2023, Ricky Watters’s is not dating anyone.

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On a 2008 episode of NFL Top 10, a documentary series produced by the NFL Network, Watters was ranked #7 out of the top 10 players yet to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Despite his 5 Pro Bowl selections and his high rankings in total rushing yards, rushing touchdowns and total touchdowns, criticism of his lack of professional demeanor was cited by voters as a primary reason for his failure to be inducted. In particular, he was considered to be a “loud mouth” by some critics, who argued it overshadowed his on-the-field accomplishments. Others interviewed said his behavior was no different than other inductees, in particular, Joe Namath and Lawrence Taylor. The “For Who, For What?” incident is considered by former voters as a defining moment that could hurt his chances, as one Hall of Fame voter said that it would be brought up as a negative by someone whenever Watters’ name came up in the future. Another explanation of why he has not yet been voted into the Hall was that despite scoring three touchdowns in Super Bowl XXIX, his achievement was overshadowed by the play of quarterback Steve Young, who threw for six touchdowns and won MVP honors.

Facts & Trivia

Ricky Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Ricky Watters celebrates birthday on April 7 of every year.

Top Facts about Ricky Watters

1. Ricky Watters played in the NFL from 1992-2001.
2. He was a five-time Pro Bowler.
3. Watters won a Super Bowl with the 49ers in 1994.
4. He rushed for over 10,000 yards in his career.
5. Watters had over 400 receptions as a running back.
6. He scored 91 total touchdowns in the NFL.
7. Watters is known for his “for who, for what” quote.
8. He played college football at Notre Dame and San Diego State.
9. Watters was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 1991.
10. He retired after playing one season with the Seattle Seahawks in 2001.

Is Ricky Watters a Hall of Famer?

Eric Allen and Ricky Watters are among 26 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2022 , the Hall announced Wednesday. Allen, the Eagles’ 2nd-round pick in 1988, made six Pro Bowls in his 14-year career and had 54 interceptions and eight touchdown returns.

What ever happened to Ricky Watters?

The 52-year-old Watters has done quite a bit since retiring. He wrote a book, For Who For What: A Warrior’s Journey, and dipped his toes into the world of music. The former NFL running back also worked as a motivational speaker focused on talking to adopted children.

How long did Ricky Watters play in the NFL?

Watters played for ten seasons in the NFL with San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Seattle. He was selected by San Francisco in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft, but sat out the entire 1991 season with injuries.

When did Ricky Watters retire?

In 1998, Watters joined the Seahawks and played with them until his retirement in 2001. He finished his professional career with 10,643 yards rushing and 4,248 yards receiving and 91 total touchdowns in regular season play.

Who is eligible for the NFL Hall of Fame in 2022?

Notable first-year eligible candidates included linebacker DeMarcus Ware, wide receiver Andre Johnson and punt/kick returner Devin Hester. This year’s class was chosen Jan. 18 by the Hall’s board of selectors during a virtual meeting. The eight new Hall of Famers will be enshrined in early August in Canton, Ohio.