The Richard Sherman Podcast

Jaxon Smith-Njigba just became the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history at $42.15M per year—but the real story is how the Seattle Seahawks made it work.
Richard Sherman breaks down why the deal is effectively closer to $32M annually, how John Schneider cleared cap space by moving on from DK Metcalf, Kenneth Walker III, Boye Mafe, and Coby Bryant, and what it means for paying stars like Devon Witherspoon next. What happens when a “slot receiver” becomes Offensive Player of the Year and a Super Bowl champion? Sherman explains why expectations change—and why JSN’s mindset (“What’s better than one Super Bowl? Two”) justifies the price.
Plus, why role players like Jake Bobo still matter in a star-heavy locker room, how Mike Macdonald’s system and Sam Darnold’s playoff form give Seattle real dynasty potential, and why getting ahead of the market with Witherspoon could be the next move. We also break down the San Francisco 49ers’ cap strategy with Trent Williams, why this is more about flexibility than conflict, and how they’re trying to avoid future dead money.
Then: Team USA flag football dominates NFL talent—why it’s a completely different game, which NFL players could actually thrive in the Olympics, and what Odell Beckham Jr. still brings as a veteran option.
Finally, Sherman reacts to his Emmy nomination.

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Hall of Famer and Denver Broncos legend Champ Bailey joins Richard Sherman for a masterclass on playing cornerback in the NFL, from his “welcome to the league” moment versus Michael Irvin to chasing greatness through 15 elite NFL seasons. They revisit legendary battles with Randy Moss, Terrell Owens, Marvin Harrison, Larry Fitzgerald, Megatron, and more, and break down why Charles Woodson is the most complete DB to ever play the game. Champ explains how practice separated him, what young corners get wrong today, how modern offenses and risk‑averse QBs changed the position, and why stats don’t tell the full story for shutdown corners. They also chop it up on the 2000s Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravens defenses, Peyton Manning’s historic Broncos year, the impact of refs on games, and how to build a “perfect” DB with confidence, athleticism, and true playmaking ability.
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On this episode of The Richard Sherman Podcast, Richard Sherman reacts to the latest NFL offseason moves shaking up the league. Sherman breaks down how the San Francisco 49ers are reloading their defense and what the additions could mean for their Super Bowl chances in the NFC. He also reacts to the stunning move by the Arizona Cardinals cutting Kyler Murray, which allowed him to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, and how that could reshape the NFC North. Plus, Sherm discusses the growing trade speculation surrounding Philadelphia Eagles WR A.J. Brown, the latest NFL free agency rumors, and which big-name players are still available, like Deebo Samuel, Bobby Wagner, and Jauan Jennings. From defensive rebuilds to quarterback shakeups, Sherm gives his honest reaction to the biggest moves of the NFL offseason and what they mean for the upcoming season.

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Hall of Fame DB Rod Woodson joins Richard Sherman to talk about his legendary NFL career—from starring with the Pittsburgh Steelers to winning a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens. Woodson shares the mindset and instincts that made him one of the best to ever do it. He breaks down what made the 2000 Ravens defense special with Ray Lewis, shares stories from his time in Pittsburgh, and explains how he became a true ball hawk with 71 career interceptions. Rod also talks about today's NFL, how offenses have changed, and what young corners need to succeed now. He and Sherman get into film study, coaching, leadership, and what it takes to survive in the NFL at DB. If you love football, defense, and great stories, don’t miss this one.
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Richard Sherman and Mitch dive into one of the wildest NFL free agency stretches in recent memory, starting with the Baltimore Ravens backing out of the Max Crosby trade and the ripple effects on the Las Vegas Raiders’ rebuild. They break down Mike Evans joining the San Francisco 49ers, Trey Hendrickson to the Ravens, Tyler Linderbaum’s massive Raiders deal, Kenneth Walker heading to the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Los Angeles Rams’ aggressive secondary overhaul. Sherm and Mitch also hit Malik Willis to the Miami Dolphins, the Detroit Lions’ under‑the‑radar moves, Wan'Dale Robinson’s big-money deal with the Tennessee Titans, Geno Smith’s New York Jets reunion, Tua Tagovailoa to the Atlanta Falcons, and which teams are the true offseason winners and losers going into 2026.
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