Richard Sherman threatens NFL reporter in heated moment

AN NFL star was recorded in a behind the scenes bust-up threatening to ruin the career of an NFL commentator.

One emotional dude.

RICHARD Sherman didn’t back down regarding his criticism of Seattle Seahawks coaches four days after calling them out following the team’s 24-3 win on Friday (AEDT).

Sherman has now told reporters that he had no regrets and didn’t apologise for yelling at the coaching staff, including head coach Pete Carroll, during a third-quarter goal line scenario.

The Seahawks famously lost Super Bowl XLIX in February last year when quarterback Russell Wilson was picked off by New England Patriots defender Malcolm Butler on the 1-yard line in the final minute of play to get the Patriots over the line 28-24.

So, when they decided to execute the same play on Friday against the Los Angeles Rams, Sherman let his team have it.

The throw was once again a nearly intercepted. The Seahawks scored two plays later on a Russell Wilson 1-yard pass to Doug Baldwin.

“I don’t like it when we throw the ball at the 1 [yard-line],” Sherman said to reporters after the game.

“We throw an interception at the 1. Luckily it went incomplete, and I wasn’t going to let them continue to do that.

The best cornerback in the NFL, just ask him.

“I was letting Pete know. I was making sure Pete knew that we’re not comfortable with you throwing the ball at the 1.”

On Wednesday, Sherman said he had a “fantastic” conversation with Carroll and also discussed the situation with offensive co-ordinator Darrell Bevell. Sherman also said that he might have a similar reaction in the future.

Toward the end of the news conference Jim Moore of 710 ESPN Seattle asked, “Did Carroll mention possibility of a fine or suspension during Friday’s meeting?” and “Do you feel like you have better handle on play calls?”

Sherman responded: “No, I just had a, we had a prior experience (the Super Bowl XLIX disaster) so we talked about it,’’ Sherman said to Moore.

“But let me guess — you have a better play to call. Let me guess, you have a better experience.”

Richard Sherman was asked if he'll go off on coaches again if the offense passes from the 1-yard line. pic.twitter.com/07vahNOlOd

— Sheil Kapadia (@SheilKapadia) December 20, 2016

When Moore responded he did not have a better play up his sleeve, Sherman said: “Then you should probably kind of stop”.

Moments later Sherman stood up out of his seat to leave the room where the press conference was held and gave the reporter both barrels on the way out.

“You don’t want to go there. You do not. I’ll ruin your career,” Sherman was heard saying on voice recording devices and video cameras.

Moore held his ground and replied: “You’ll ruin my career? How are you going to do that?”

Sherman came at him again with: “I’ll make sure you don’t get your media pass anymore”.

Sherman eventually apologised for the incident.

I appreciate the role the media plays and they have a tough job. I let it get personal today and I regret that. Next one should be fun

— Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) December 21, 2016

#Petesaididontcontrolcredentials 😅

— Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) December 21, 2016

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