In 1992, he was signed by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and quickly became a star in the Canadian Football League.
Michael Richardson was an exceptional running back who played five seasons with the CFL for two different teams.
Michael Richardson also was named CFL Player of the week five times in 1992 and was a huge contributor to helping his team get to the Grey Cup that year.
He stayed with the Ottawa Rough Riders the following year but in 1996 returned to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
[5] Unlike many other Americans who come to Canada to play in the CFL, Michael Richardson fell in love with Winnipeg and decided to remain.