Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman commented on Jim Harbaugh’s concerns over the physical play of the Seahwks’ corners against the 49ers last week. “Sometimes, man, when the bully gets bullied, … Continue reading »
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Sherman's Twitter name: Optimus Prime
Richard Sherman is quickly becoming one of the brashest young players in the league.
Two weeks ago, the Seahawks' second-year cornerback made headlines after taunting Tom Brady following Seattle's last-minute win over New England. Now, the Stanford product is turning his attention to one of the best wide receivers in the league.
Sherman changed his name on Twitter to "...
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Leave it to Seattle cornerback Richard Sherman to come up with a new way of talking about an opponent without saying a word.
Sherman, who drew plenty of attention after Seattle's win over New England for his comments about Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, changed his name on his Twitter page Wednesday to ''Optimus Prime,'' a Transformers character. That wouldn...
Richard Sherman Changes Name to 'Optimus Prime' on Twitter in Preparation to Cover 'Megatron' Calvin Johnson
Richard Sherman is quickly becoming one of the brashest young players in the league.
Two weeks ago, the Seahawks' second-year cornerback made headlines after taunting Tom Brady following Seattle's last-minute win over New England. Now, the Stanford product is turning his attention to one of the best wide receivers in the league.
Sherman changed his name...
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Before they match up on Sunday, Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman changed his Twitter name to let everyone know he's not intimidated by Megatron.
Just call Seahawks' Sherman "Optimus Prime"
Only aficionados of the Transformers can truly appreciate the mini-controversy started Wednesday by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman. The Seahawks are preparing for a Sunday game against the Detroit Lions and star wide receiver Calvin Johnson, who is nicknamed "Megatron." Megatron is the head Transformers villain. Tweaking his upcoming foe, Sherman changed...
Richard Sherman calling himself ‘Optimus Prime’ for matchup with Megatron
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman has changed his name on his Twitter profile to “Optimus Prime” ahead of Sunday’s contest with the Detroit Lions, indicating he’s prepared to match up against Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson.
Johnson has gone by the nickname “Megatron” for years. Megatron is a character from the fictional “Transformers” comics, and he...
Seattle Cornerback Richard Sherman changes his Twitter name to Optimus Prime
Seattle cornerback Richard Sherman gained notoriety when he publicly trolled New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady on Twitter.This week it seems that he has a different message for everyone. Sherman will be charged with covering Calvin Johnson when the Seahawks head to Detroit, a task that is not easy for anyone.Johnson has a very popular nickname, going by Megatron, which...
Calvin Johnson not phased by Richard Sherman changing his Twitter name to Optimus Prime
This week Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman changed his Twitter name to Optimus Prime, since he’ll be in charge of covering Calvin Johnson aka Megatron, for Sunday’s game against the … Continue reading »
Seahawks CB Richard Sherman changes twitter name to Optimus Prime
Name change gives jocks and nerds something to talk about.
The Seattle Seahawks secondary is anything but shy; just ask Tom Brady what he thinks of the group.
Three weeks after earning their stripes against the New England Patriots at Century Link (at letting everyone know about), CB Richard Sherman is at it again.
@RSherman_25 is no longer an adequate description of who Sherman...
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Seahawks CB gets new Twitter handle
Since he will be matched up with Calvin Johnson (a/k/a Megatron) on Sunday, Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman changed his Twitter handle to "Optimus Prime."
Richard Sherman Trolls Calvin Johnson By Changing Twitter Name
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman is on a mission to validate his franchise as a serious contender. Seattle takes on Detroit at 1:00 this Sunday, and Sherman decided to go Transformers on us.
We all know Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson carries the label “Megatron,” and he carries it very well. I’m assuming Sherman wants Johnson to know he is his equal...
NFL Rumors: Did Richard Sherman Wake A Sleeping Giant In Calvin Johnson With Transformers Remark?
Richard Sherman talks a big game. He did it against Tom Brady. He will do it with any player. Sherman and his Seattle Seahawks secondary has been stellar in 2012, and they will look to continue their run against another once vaunted pass offense in the Detroit Lions.
But Sherman may have done something that is ill advised.
He may have woken a sleeping giant.
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Again, Sherman Confident in Seattle’s Chances
Richard Sherman found himself amidst another publicity stunt this week when he changed his twitter name to “Optimus Prime,” the arch nemesis of Calvin Johnson’s alter ego “Megatron.”
Sherman is not one to shy away from the media. In fact, he desires the attention.
He showed his attention-craving colors after the Seattle Seahawks‘...
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