American · Fresno, USA · Born 30 March 1988Seattle Seahawks cornerback and anchor of the famed 'Legion of Boom' secondary, whose physicality, ball-hawking ability and vocal leadership made him one of the NFL's elite defenders.
Richard Sherman is one of the most dominant cornerbacks of his era, a Stanford graduate who turned a fifth-round pick into a Hall of Fame career with the Seattle Seahawks. Known for his press coverage technique, exceptional length, and famous trash-talking, Sherman was the centrepiece of the 'Legion of Boom' secondary that led Seattle to back-to-back Super Bowls. His interception to seal Super Bowl XLVIII was one of the most impactful defensive plays in NFL history.
Shutdown corner play, Legion of Boom, NFC Championship tip, Stanford academic excellence
How They Played
Physical press coverage, exceptional ball skills, elite route recognition, vocal field general
Lasting Impact
One of the greatest cornerbacks of the 2010s, transformed Seahawks defense into historic unit
Career Honours
- Super Bowl XLVIII Champion
- Super Bowl L (runner-up)
- Pro Bowl 5x
- All-Pro 4x
- NFL INT leader 2013
- NFC Champion 2013
- NFC Champion 2014
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | 2011–2017 | 106 | #25 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 2018–2021 | 168 | #25 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 2022–2023 | 5 | — |
American Athletes