Richard Sherman Podcast - Super Bowl Interviews: 49ers' Kendrick Bourne, Browns' Denzel Ward, Packers' Romeo Doubs | Richard Sherman x Radio Row

Back on the Richard Sherman Podcast—appreciate you choosing to hang with me when you could get your NFL takes anywhere; hit subscribe so you catch the drops, and I hope the new year’s treating you right.

We’ve got my guy Kendrick Bourne—great year, got your bonus, rocked that 84 again—what’s next for you?

I’m trying to run it back in San Francisco; my exit meeting with Kyle and John was strong, money talks, but that place feels like home and I kept the relationship clean on purpose.

It looked right the second you suited up, and since we’re on facility talk, what’s with the practice grass drama—and give me your read on this Patriots–Seahawks showdown.

That field turns rough late while the nearby soccer pitch stays green, and there’ve been too many injuries, but on the matchup I see a defensive slugfest with hungry DBs jumping routes; both offenses must be sharp, and the team that flips the most plays on D wins.

New England’s been steady with in‑game decisions, and Josh is doing just fine; now, plug your line—what’s Born Blessed mean to you?

Born Blessed is purpose—God puts you here for a reason and shows it as you grow; I’ve matured a lot, learned from Coop early, got smarter with money, and I carry my Samoan roots by leading with love and keeping family support healthy.

We’ve got Denzel Ward—great to have you; who you got in the Super Bowl and what makes it tricky?

I respect what Vrabel’s done, but I’m rolling with Seattle—those boys are balling and I like our Buckeye out there.

At corner there’s a friendly arms race—do you track other top guys and borrow tools to evolve your game?

For sure; I watch peers every week, study their stats versus elite receivers, pull techniques I like—even from practice‑squad looks—and add what fits.

Cleveland added Todd Monken on offense and you want to keep Jim Schwartz on D; what’s your sense there?

Haven’t met Monken yet but heard he elevated Baltimore’s attack, so I’m hoping he brings juice; Schwartz leveled my game with smart calls and a scheme that puts us in position, and our young Mike plays like a vet—he and Miles both deserve hardware.

Losing Greg hurt because that’s my brother, but Tyson fit right in, locked up, and we’re clicking; it ended up a good move for both sides.

Give Cleveland some love—what should people know?

Say it with me—Cleveland—and we’re pushing to bring wins back and make a run.

How did the rookie, Shadour, grow, and did you coach him up or let him figure it out?

He’s confident, learned through some mistakes like any rookie, and I mostly let him feel it with plenty of chirping while staying available when he needs a read.

How different was the league from what you expected, and what keeps you at the top year to year?

Once you realize everyone’s human and you belong, it settles in; for me it’s consistency—a tight routine, real recovery after the season, then smart training and diet without getting complacent.

Your turn—what separated you for so long?

The mental edge: I trained my brain under fatigue to recall situational football so third‑and‑five or bunch tells stayed crystal clear when I was gassed, and that let me play fast and decisive.

And what calmed you in those pressure moments against the greats?

Pete had us treat everything like a championship rep, so practices were hotter than games, and the standard with Bobby, Earl, Kam, and the crew never dipped—intensity and ball focus every snap.

We’re closing with Packers receiver Romeo Doubs—walk me through your Green Bay journey and what’s clicked.

My biggest strides were personal growth that showed up in my play; I love how the Packers are built and how they invest in you as a player and a person.

From the outside your young receiver room looks unselfish and tight—how did you keep egos in check while everyone eats?

We leaned into growth and winning—if Jayden gets rolling, I take pride in springing him with blocks—and that mindset kept us close.

Free agency brings the ‘true number one’ question; do you see yourself as that, and how are you handling the process?

I believe I can be a one and I’ve maximized my chances in a spread‑the‑ball system; my agent’s steering the process while I stay ready.

Talk Jordan Love’s rise, that playoff loss to Chicago, and what Matt LaFleur unlocked for you.

Jordan’s grown as a player and a person, the loss stung but it’s fuel, and LaFleur’s honesty and situational mastery sharpened my football IQ in a scheme a lot of teams run.

Appreciate you, Romeo—go get everything you’ve earned.