Richard Sherman Podcast - Ravens BACK OUT on Raiders' Maxx Crosby, Mike Evans to 49ers, Seahawks free agency | Richard Sherman

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Maxx Crosby to the Ravens looked done, then the deal died on a failed physical; what’s really going on here?

It’s ugly optics, even if it’s within the rules; teams can fail almost anyone if they want, and this felt more like Baltimore pivoting to keep their picks and cash for Trey Hendrickson after losing key guys than a true medical red flag.

How do the Raiders handle getting Crosby back after allocating cap space as if he were gone?

It stresses their cap, so a re‑route trade or fresh restructure feels more likely than a clean reunion; Max is always wired to play hard, and another team will still line up for him even if the price drops.

From Crosby’s side, does he just roll it back in Vegas?

Both sides already planned life apart, so I expect they’ll hunt a solution that works for everyone rather than pretend nothing happened.

You’ve got Mike Evans to the 49ers as a top move; why does it click?

He’s a true number one who wins versus man, manipulates space, and elevates the room with professionalism, and Kyle Shanahan historically feasts with elite X receivers who separate and run the full tree.

Baltimore’s pivot to Trey Hendrickson—smart?

Yes; his production and pressure rate stand up, and keeping premium picks helps them replace unexpected losses while still adding a proven rusher.

The Raiders made Tyler Linderbaum the top‑paid center by a mile; what’s the play?

He’s perfect for their zone run identity and should unlock Ashton Jeanty with elite IDs and movement skills, even if paying far above market is a shock they felt they had to stomach to land him.

Kenneth Walker to Kansas City changes that offense how?

He’s an explosive runner who grew into a real receiving threat, and with Andy Reid scheming and Mahomes healthy, that burst makes them a nightmare to defend.

Seattle’s backfield after that?

They’ll lean on depth like George Holani and Kenny McIntosh and likely add one more, because you replace backs by committee and value.

The Rams reshaped their secondary by trading for Trent McDuffie and signing Jalen Watson; does it move the needle?

Big time; they added press‑capable corners with big‑game chops, McDuffie’s inside‑outside versatility, and Watson’s size to handle larger wideouts, which balances a front that can already hunt.

Reek Woolen to the Eagles on a one‑year deal—fit and expectations?

His Seattle usage was volatile early, but his late‑season form plus Vic Fangio’s scheme and that deep line should let his traits shine, and a mid‑season extension is very possible if it clicks.

Seattle re‑upped Rashid Shaheed; will his role grow?

That number says yes, with regular deep shots to stretch coverage and open JSN and the run game, even as they adjust post‑Kubiak.

You like Malik Willis to Miami as a value play; why?

He earned another shot with poised spot work, and while Miami eats Tua’s dead money, Willis gives them mobility, upside, and a watchable bridge.

Carolina added Devin Lloyd and Jalen Phillips; good stack?

Lloyd’s playmaking helps, Phillips is a premium rusher when healthy, and while the price stings, impact edges always cost.

Detroit threaded the needle with Cade Mays at center and a cheap flyer on Isaiah Pacheco; your read?

Mays stabilizes their interior, Pacheco’s a low‑risk spark, and it likely means more Jameer Gibbs while they still need to fortify the line and add rush.

Chicago picked up Kobe Bryant; what stands out?

He became a true Swiss‑army DB who can play nickel, deep, or outside, which is exactly what modern defenses need against positionless offenses.

Geno Smith back to the Jets is on your wait‑and‑see board; why?

The contract suggests he starts and he has weapons, but it’s New York pressure and it has to translate fast to justify the bet.

Buffalo traded for DJ Moore; does he move their offense?

I’m unsure he changes their DNA enough given similar skill sets on the roster, so it’s fair to question the cost.

Tua to the Falcons on a tiny deal—what’s realistic?

It’s low risk with real upside if rhythm and timing return, and big targets like Drake London and Kyle Pitts can help him play on time.

Best landing spots for Aaron Rodgers and Kyler Murray?

Rodgers back in Pittsburgh with McCarthy would make sense, while Kyler is an upgrade over JJ in Minnesota but not a clean scheme fit; I’d still kick the tires on Mac Jones there.

Winners and losers so far—how do you grade the Niners and Seahawks?

The 49ers are winners on value and fit with Evans while reinforcing depth, and the Seahawks look fine long term despite exits because of cap planning, draft faith, and knowing who they must pay.

A year later, who’s ahead in the Micah Parsons deal—Cowboys or Packers?

Green Bay got the short‑term splash, but Dallas used the fallout to build a terrifying front, so the long game leans Cowboys if the production matches the paper.

Are the Rams clear winners—and should division rivals worry?

No one’s scared, but the Rams now marry a disruptive front with clamp‑ready corners, which is exactly how you survive January matchups.

Jets, Raiders, or Titans—who’s most likely to climb from the cellar?

I lean Titans, though that division is tougher than it used to be, the Jets needed veteran ball‑hawks to fix takeaway woes, and the Raiders spent big but still have to make it mesh.

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