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Richard Sherman news
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The gist
Richard Sherman predicts Detroit Lions win NFC North in 2026. His bold call highlights the Lions' rebound hopes after a dismal season.
Background
Richard Sherman, former Seattle Seahawks cornerback, has become a prominent NFL analyst. He recently made several division predictions for the 2026 season, including picking the Detroit Lions to win the NFC North despite their poor previous season. The Lions had a 15-2 record two seasons ago but failed to maintain that success, leading to expectations of a turnaround with key additions.
How it unfolded
- Sep 4, 2026Richard Sherman makes a bold call, predicting the Detroit Lions will win the NFC North in 2026.
- Sep 6, 2026Sherman criticizes the Bengals' defense in his AFC North prediction, picking the Ravens over Cincinnati.
- Sep 7, 2026Sherman also picks the Buccaneers to win the NFC South, showing his active role in season predictions.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Sherman's picks are based on team rosters and past performance, but some analysts may disagree given the competitive NFC North.
- Bears
- Critics might point to the Lions' recent dismal season and the strength of other NFC North teams as reasons to doubt Sherman's prediction.