Richard Sherman is an American former football player. He was a wide receiver for Stanford University. After a knee injury at Stanford, he transitioned to cornerback, aiding Stanford's record-breaking 2010 season. The Seattle Seahawks drafted him in the 5th round of the 2011 NFL draft. Through his first four NFL seasons, Sherman amassed numerous interceptions and tackles. He is known for his post-game interview after the 2013 NFC Championship. Sherman was also a member of the San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.