Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent cornerback Richard Sherman pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges stemming from his arrest last July on Monday. He pleaded guilty to negligent driving in the first degree and criminal trespass in the second degree as well as an infraction for speeding in a roadway construction zone. Sherman had been drinking heavily and spoke of killing himself, according to police reports. He was given a 90-day jail sentence with 88 days suspended credit for two days already served. Sherman will be under monitored supervision for two years. The 33-year-old signed a one-year deal with Tampa last year but managed to play in only five games due to calf and hamstring injuries.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed cornerback Richard Sherman (calf) on Injured Reserve on Wednesday, meaning that he will have to miss at least the next three games. The 33-year-old veteran cornerback suffered a Grade 2 calf strain during pre-game warmups before the Week 10 game. Sherman signed with the Bucs in Week 4 and played in three games before suffering a hamstring injury in Week 6. It's more bad news for a Tampa secondary that hasn't had any injury luck this year. Cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting (elbow) has been out since Week 1, while corner Carlton Davis (quadriceps) is also on IR. Dee Delaney suffered a concussion in Week 10 and Rashard Robinson was put on IR last week. The New York Giants will be the next team to get a shot at their thin secondary on Monday night.
Richard Sherman To Miss A Few Weeks With Calf Strain
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Richard Sherman's (calf) MRI exam showed a Grade 2 calf strain that he suffered in pre-game warmups before the Week 10 loss to the Washington Football Team, and he will miss a few weeks, according to a source. The 33-year-old defensive back has managed to play in just three games for the Bucs this year due to injuries, and he's set to miss a few more after his latest setback. Overall, Sherman has 11 solo tackles and a fumble recovery for a Tampa secondary that has had their fair share of injuries in 2021. With Sherman out for the near future, Pierre Desir will need to step up for a team that has allowed 267 yards receiving per game to opposing offenses.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Richard Sherman (calf) has been ruled out for the Week 10 game against the Washington Football Team with a calf injury. This was a late addition to the team's inactive list after he injured himself during pre-game workouts. Tampa's secondary has been dealing with injuries all season and have allowed 257.8 passing yards per game as a result. Washington quarterback Taylor Heinicke could have some success through the air, especially if they are forced to throw the ball often if Tampa's offense builds a big lead in this game. Consider Heinicke a midrange QB2 with some QB1 streaming appeal in deeper leagues or if you need a replacement for Cardinals QB Kyler Murray (ankle).
Buccaneers Defense Will Have Richard Sherman, Lavonte David
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (ankle) and cornerback Richard Sherman (hamstring) will play on Sunday against the Saints. The Buccaneers defense has struggled against the pass but has mostly been strong against the run all season. Sherman could breathe some life into the passing defense, but don't let that keep you from using Jameis Winston as a DFS sleeper pick.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Richard Sherman (hamstring) and linebacker Lavonte David (ankle) both returned to limited practices on Wednesday, while outside linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul (finger, shoulder) didn't practice. Getting Sherman back would be excellent news for a depleted secondary as they get ready to face the division-rival New Orleans Saints this Sunday, even if he's no longer in the prime of his illustrious career. Pierre-Paul should be ready to go for the game this weekend. Even with injuries to their secondary, the Buccaneers defense/special teams will be a strong starting fantasy option this weekend against a Saints offense that is averaging just 296.7 total yards per game, which ranks fourth-lowest in the league.
Richard Sherman Won't Be Placed On Injured Reserve
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Richard Sherman (hamstring) is out a few weeks but is not expected to be placed on injured reserve. He underwent an MRI on Friday, which confirmed he would miss a "couple of weeks." The All-Pro corner left the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles and did not return. The Buccaneers' secondary has been decimated by injuries and could be without their top corners for the next few games. Ross Cockrell will have an expanded role while Sherman is sidelined.
On Friday, Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Richard Sherman (hamstring) will undergo an MRI on his injured hamstring. He left the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles and did not return. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Sherman is expected to miss a couple of weeks. The Buccaneers' secondary has been decimated by injuries and could be without their top corners for the foreseeable future. Sherman is considered day-to-day, and the MRI results should give a definitive timeline for how long Tampa Bay will be without the former All-Pro corner. Stay tuned.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Richard Sherman injured his hamstring in his team's Thursday night game against the Philadelphia Eagles and will not return. Sherman went down about halfway through the first quarter and was seen being escorted back to the locker room by team trainers. He was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the game. Sherman's absence is yet another blow to a Tampa Bay secondary that has already suffered several injuries this season. Sherman was appearing in just his third game with Tampa Bay, posting 11 tackles and a fumble recovery over that span.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Richard Sherman will start Sunday night against the Patriots. The Buccaneers signed Sherman as a veteran presence in their injury-riddled defensive backfield- and the veteran will get into game action sooner than anyone thought. The 2019 Pro Bowler should aid a Tampa Bay secondary that has allowed the second-most passing yards in the league through three weeks. Tampa Bay's unit should be a solid play against rookie Mac Jones, who threw three interceptions in a Week 3 loss to the Saints.