Bucs, Sherman agree to deal

When Tom Brady calls, people listen.

Richard Sherman, a three-time All-Pro cornerback who has been dealing with offseason legal issues, is the latest high-profile player to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in hopes of helping Brady win another Super Bowl.

Sherman got a oneyear deal Wednesday with the defending NFL champions, who have been hit hard by injuries to their secondary.

Much as he did in luring Rob Gronkowski out of retirement and lobbying for the Bucs to sign Antonio Brown and Leonard Fournette last season, Brady contacted Sherman to inquire about whether the 11th-year pro was in shape and interested in resuming his career.

“Me and Tom have had a great relationship over the years ... and always thought it would be really cool to play together if we had the opportunity,” Sherman said. “It’s crazy how things shake out.”

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