during the NFL Game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 27, 2012 in Baltimore, Maryland.

Facing what could be his last shot in the NFL, this former top 3 pick put the work in to be ready to go

Is this it?

After fizzling out in stints with the Cleveland Browns, Indianapolis Colts and Oakland Raiders, the former No. 3 overall selection is facing what could be final stint, after signing with the Baltimore Ravens.

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While Richardson has certainly bet on himself, inking a one-year, $675k deal with no guarantees, the running back has trimmed his weight, cutting 22 pounds in preparation for the season:

While cutting weight should help, missing gaping holes in the running game could be his ultimate downfall.