Retired NFL legend Richard Sherman, known for locking down receivers and speaking his mind, is now sharing one of the scariest moments of his life—and it didn’t happen on the field.
On Monday, Sherman revealed on social media that his Washington state home was robbed at gunpoint—while his wife and kids were inside.
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The 5-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion took to X (formerly Twitter) to post shocking footage of the armed intruders sneaking through his property. It happened just one day before his 37th birthday.
“House being robbed at gun point with my family in it isn’t what anyone wants for a birthday gift,” Sherman posted, along with surveillance footage of masked men moving around his yard.
He added that law enforcement told him multiple homes in his neighborhood had been targeted, and the robbers reportedly entered his backyard and even hopped a neighbor’s fence.
This terrifying moment sheds light on a troubling trend happening across the sports world. Just last month, celebrities and pro athletes have been facing a rise in luxury home break-ins—and it’s got folks on high alert.
Organized Crime Rings Are Allegedly Behind Targeted Robberies
Sherman’s story isn’t isolated. Athletes like Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, Travis Kelce, Luka Dončić, and Mike Conley have reportedly been targeted in similar break-ins, raising serious concerns about security for high-profile stars.
Both the NFL and NBA responded quickly, sending out memos to teams and players advising them to beef up home security systems, avoid posting real-time locations on social media, and even consider hiring private protection.
According to those league memos, these robbery attempts are believed to be orchestrated by organized international crime rings focused on fast-cash valuables.
The targets? Expensive jewelry, luxury watches, designer bags, and stacks of cash.
“They’re not just breaking in randomly—they know who’s living in these homes, and what they can get their hands on,” a source close to law enforcement told local reporters.
Authorities Make Arrests in Similar Robbery Cases Targeting Athletes
Back in February, Florida police arrested seven Chilean nationals believed to be connected to an international burglary ring. Authorities say the men stole more than $2 million in valuables from athlete homes across the state.
They now face charges of conspiracy to commit interstate transportation of stolen property—an offense that carries a possible 10-year prison sentence.
“These suspects are calculated and well-resourced,” officials told the press. “They know who they’re after.”
The cases in Florida resemble the patterns seen in Sherman’s neighborhood—break-ins through backyards, fast in-and-out strategies, and clear targeting of affluent, high-profile individuals.
Sherman’s Message: “This Could’ve Ended Way Worse”
As a father and husband, Sherman made it clear that this moment shook him.
Even with years of NFL intensity under his belt, nothing prepared him for armed men invading his home with his family inside.
“They came in my backyard and through the neighbor’s fence. Took a phone. This could’ve ended way worse,” he responded in a thread on X.
Sherman hasn’t disclosed whether he plans to move or upgrade his home security, but his post has gone viral, with fans and fellow players sending support and calling for better protection for athletes.
This situation speaks volumes about the pressure and visibility celebrities and athletes face—not just on the field or online, but even in their most private, sacred spaces: their homes.
How Athletes and Celebs Are Responding to This New Wave of Threats
In the wake of Sherman’s story, conversations are ramping up around safety for high-profile figures.
Some celebs have started investing in 24-hour private security, while others are leaning on smart technology—like motion sensors, remote locking systems, and silent alarms connected to local law enforcement.
Others are now choosing to post content about their homes only after they’ve left or returned—no more tagging locations in real time.
There’s also a growing demand for community-based safety networks, where neighborhoods of celebrities can stay connected and alert each other in case of suspicious activity.
This story is far from over. But one thing’s for sure—athletes like Richard Sherman are using their platforms to shine a light on a problem that too often stays quiet until it’s too late.