From Heisman to Highsman: Former NFL star brings line of products to new Mass. marijuana shop

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL star is bringing his line of cannabis products to a new marijuana dispensary in the Boston area that is slated to open this week.

Ricky Williams’ line of “Highsman” products will be available for purchase when Commonwealth Alternative Care at 1385 Cambridge Street in Cambridge begins welcoming customers.

A grand opening celebration with partner brand pop-ups, raffles and swag giveaways for medical marijuana patients are on tap for Friday and Saturday.

The 5,100 square-foot dispensary will also offer a wide selection of products from TILT’s brands, AIRO, Her Highness, Old Pal, and Toast. Social-equity brand Black Buddha Cannabis launches at the end of the month.

Williams won the Heisman Trophy in 1998 as a member of the Texas Longhorns. He went on to play in the NFL for the Miami Dolphins and New Orleans Saints.

For more information on the Highsman brand, click here.

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