Who Is Richard Sherman?
Richard Sherman is a former NFL cornerback best known for starring with the Seattle Seahawks as part of the Legion of Boom defense and helping the team win Super Bowl XLVIII.
Over an 11-year career with the Seahawks, 49ers, and Buccaneers, he earned four First-Team All-Pro selections, multiple Pro Bowl honors, and a place on the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team, establishing himself as one of the premier cornerbacks of his generation.
From Star Cornerback to Media Voice
Drafted in the fifth round out of Stanford in 2011, Sherman quickly became a starter and league leader in interceptions, with back-to-back eight-interception seasons and a pivotal role in Seattle’s Super Bowl run.
His signature play, a late-game pass deflection in the 2013 NFC Championship Game known as "The Tip," helped send the Seahawks to the Super Bowl and symbolized his ability to change games with timely coverage and ball skills.
Richard Sherman’s Role in Today’s NFL Conversation
Since stepping away from playing, Sherman has become a prominent analyst and podcast host, frequently making headlines with sharp critiques of quarterback decision-making, wide receiver play, and the physical risks of passes over the middle.
His commentary on so-called "hospital balls" and public exchanges with current stars highlight how his voice continues to influence debates about player safety, accountability, and the evolving balance between offense and defense in today’s NFL.