Richard Sherman set to replace Shannon Sharpe on Skip Bayless' "Undisputed": Reports
Richard Sherman, who was among the top candidates to replace Shannon Sharpe on "Undisputed", has reportedly secured the vacant position.
As per Andrew Marchand of the New York Post, Sherman will join Skip Bayless for 50-100 shows during football season, and will also remain on Thursday Night Football's broadcasting booth.
Richard Sherman is an ideal replacement for Shannon Sharpe
So far the contract hasn't been signed yet, but as per NYP, an agreement is in place for the former Seattle Seahawks star to join the successful show.
Ever since Shannon Sharpe left the show, there were doubts about whether FOX would be able to replace him, but with Sherman, they have possibly got the right guy. He isn't afraid of anyone, and will not back down from Skip Bayless, as was evident during the duo's segment on "First Take" in 2013.
Sherman also has a brilliant podcast on Volume where he covered the last season of the NFL extensively and fans enjoyed how he broke down the game. He also has the entertainment factor which will result in immense success alongside Bayless.
Apart from Sherman, rapper Lil Wayne will also be making regular appearances on "Undisputed" as the show takes a new approach after its long successful run with Bayless and Sharpe at the helm.
Richard Sherman was among the long list of candidates to replace Shannon Sharpe
Following the departure of Shannon Sharpe, many high-profile names were linked to the vacant role on the show. Apart from Sherman, the likes of LeSean McCoy, Emmanuel Acho, Nick Wright, Keyshawn Johnson, etc. were rumored to be among the long list of candidates.
Ultimately, Skip Bayless and Fox have apparently decided to go with Sherman as his past animosity towards Bayless would likely attract a lot of viewers. They are bound to engage in heated debates and that is what exactly sells in the market today.
Overall it seems a great decision from all parties involved, and it will certainly elevate Sherman's media career to newer heights just like it did with Shannon Sharpe. The show is set to return on August 28, and fans are eagerly looking forward to it.