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Richard Sherman
The volume. You notice, sir, you fall for these jokes.
Ardarius Washington
Super bowl championship. That should always be the expectation.
Richard Sherman
I ain't mad at you. Go hand. Well, welcome back to the Richard Sherman Podcast. We got an incredible guest here, Ardarius Washington of the Baltimore Ravens. Man, you having a. You've been having a heck of a season since you've been inserted into the starting lineup. You play so fast, you're so aggressive. You got a great story. How you feeling, brother?
Ardarius Washington
Man, I feel good, man. Ready to get this week rolling, you know what I mean? First day of practice and everything like that. Big game coming up. But I definitely feel good, man.
Richard Sherman
I know your story and I know you know about you went undrafted, you went to a dark place. It's a very frustrating part, but you finally got your opportunity and every single one of your teammates speaks so highly of you. They said you had the Best training camp. Every single year, you know, you've been banged up with injuries, and every time your number's called, you've shown up in a big way. Tell me what's, like, what's going through your mind throughout this process.
Ardarius Washington
Throughout this process, man, just going out there and get to win, you know, I mean, I haven't really thought about everything that happened beforehand. You know what I mean? I guess I reflect a little bit after the season and everything like that, but I ain't really thought about it right now, man. Just going out there and shutting down the offense, Josh Allen and all those guys, you know what I mean? So that's kind of my thought. Raise it right now, bro.
Richard Sherman
Since week 11, obviously, everybody's talked about that. Y'all have been one, but you have been. And I watched the tape, and, bro, I tell you, and I hate to say this, because I know players don't love to be compared to other players. Everybody's unique. You are Darius Washington. You're nobody else. But you look like Earl V. Thomas iii. And I don't know if it's. Yeah, I don't mean it. I don't know.
Ardarius Washington
Nah, that's good. I mean, you know, like. Like you said, you own player like that. At the end, they want to be something. I mean, at the end of the day, like, you know, they gonna say, you play like somebody. You know, I actually did look up to Earl, you know what I'm saying? When I was growing up, I think, like, what, 2014. Around that time, I think I was probably in high school or something. 2013 and all that, you know, y'all was great. Legend of Boom and everything like that. Come on, man. I was in high school. But definitely, that's one of the players I definitely admired growing up, for sure, you know, so definitely the way you.
Richard Sherman
You fly around the angles you take, the way you throwing your body in there, you know, you're not. How much you weighing right now, man?
Ardarius Washington
I'm probably like 181 right now. 182, something like that, bro.
Richard Sherman
We was at the game last week against Pittsburgh. They tied in, caught it in the flat. Boy, you shot your gun, triggered quick. It was like third and two, third and three. It ended up being fourth and one. They got to punt the ball, and I'm sitting there like. Like y'all not understanding how fast and aggressive this man is playing like this. That was an incredible one on one one. One play, bro.
Ardarius Washington
Definitely. I gotta bring it, man. You know, like you said, I'm 180, you know what I mean? So I gotta bring every 180 in me, you know what I'm saying, to stop those guys, those six, six, six, five, six four guys, you know what I mean? So I gotta bring it for sure. So every time I'm out there, that's what I'm thinking about, you know, like, I ain't the fast, I ain't the biggest guy, anything like that. But, you know, this game gonna speak definitely. And that's kind of how I like to play.
Richard Sherman
It is shown, you know what I mean? It's crazy because just you and Kyle Hamilton, it's just such a different. But then in the defense, y'all both acts to do the. You know, sometimes they put you in a box, sometimes they got you covering receivers, sometimes they got you covering tight ends. It's never like Zach Orr thinking, like, man, I got. Oh, it's a tight end. I need. I need Kyle Hamilton to play. He's like, hey, whichever one y'all drop down, whichever one is going to get the job done, tell me about him and the trust and belief that he's shown in you.
Ardarius Washington
I mean, just like, like you said, like, you know, every. Every since I stepped into that role, he's not like, well, AD can't do this or AD can't do that. You know what I mean? So I need Kyle to do this or Kyle to do that. You know, it's kind of just interchangeable, you know what I mean? So, like, kind of just like goes into, like, being head of the play, you know what I mean? So, like, that's what I learned from Kyle, you know what I mean? So, like, him, every time I'm out there with him, he's calling out the play or anything like that. So, like, me stepping into that role, being alongside him, that's why I try to incorporate my game, calling out the play or like, well, if they do this, do that, I'm going to do this or you going to do that. So, like, that's kind of how Kyle helped me. And you know what I'm saying, Zach having that trust in us, like, we're going to get the job done.
Richard Sherman
What goes into your mentality in these playoffs? You know, this is your first playoff run, but is this your first playoff run? This is your first meaningful start to the playoffs.
Ardarius Washington
Yeah. Meaningful start, definitely during playoffs. Yeah. Yeah. Yes, sir.
Richard Sherman
Yeah. So, like, did you feel like the speed was different or did you change something or you just said, hey, come on now, treat the same, the game the same, and I'm gonna go out there and just play. Play like I always do.
Ardarius Washington
Exactly. And so that was, like, for me, that's my mentality, like, every game, like, don't make it bigger than what it is, you know what I mean? At the end of the day, you know, I said 100 yards, you gotta go out there and play football. Of course it means more now, but you don't add that pressure on them. That's. That's for everybody else to add, you know what I mean? So, like, for me, it's just going out there, play my same game, you know what I'm saying? Communicate with the guys, and everything else is going to take care of itself.
Richard Sherman
No question. No question. Y'all have been balling, bro. Y'all been one of the best defenses in football. Talk about hump. Because Hump playing the nickel spot that you were playing, and you know how hard it is to play in that space. He's been. I mean, obviously had an all pro season, but, man, I didn't know he.
Ardarius Washington
Had it in him, man. Just show his versatility, you mean. Like, man, Hulk got. He bring that energy every time he's out there, you know what I'm saying? He's going to. He's the ultimate competitor, you know what I mean? So you can put hump anywhere, you know what I'm saying? He want to play, he want to learn it, you know what I mean? So I definitely knew he had him in him. Like, he had that physicality in him to be in the box and everything like that. Hump, like I said, he want to make plays, you know what I'm saying? So him being at that nigga spot, he can be always be around the ball and everything like that. Yeah, hump the dude for sure.
Richard Sherman
So you coming from Louisiana, Shreveport, and I think they've went on and highlighted all these receivers that came from this one small area of Louisiana. And you grew up in that. You grew up defending these dudes. You grew up playing. Do you think that has helped prepare you for this moment?
Ardarius Washington
Absolutely, absolutely. You know what I'm saying? Like, you know those guys, you know what I'm saying? Like, you grew up playing against them in high school and everything, seven on seven, you know, playing on the same teams with them, you know what I mean? Just like the matchup with Amik and Jets, you know what I mean? Like, they grew up playing against each other, so, like, Amik ain't not that scared, you know what I mean? Like, he know this guy, you know what I mean? So definitely, definitely Leans to our advantage, you know what I mean? We treated things like this just like I was playing Jamar, you know what I'm saying? We talked in the offseason, you know, the matchup. We've been waiting. We played them in playoff game, you know what I mean? So, you know, just things like that, for sure, definitely prepare us.
Richard Sherman
That's, that's crazy, man. I, I, I don't think, I mean, outside of dj, I don't think there's any receiver that I played when I was growing up that I, that I played in the league. And y'all boys in Louisiana, it seemed like every goddamn.
Ardarius Washington
For real, though. It's not for real. Everybody from the boot. For real. Nah, for real, but nah, it's definitely a blessing, you know, I mean, you play against those guys for sure, going out there having fun, competing, and, you know, talk about it afterwards, you know what I mean? You see those guys in the off season also, so.
Richard Sherman
I love that, man. And so talk to me about your family, you know what I mean? Are they coming to games? Are they getting to see you play live or. Yeah, you know what I mean? Are they what?
Ardarius Washington
Oh, yeah. Oh, yeah. Yes, sir. So some games they're able to come up to, you know what I mean? But like, like the Texas game and we played in Dallas and everything, probably had about 30 people at the game, you know what I mean? Family, friends, cousins, and mom, dad, you know. Well, my dad passed, but you know what I mean? So. But they all came up to the game for sure.
Richard Sherman
But, yeah, I love that. I love that, man. It's great to see you, Sean, man. I got a lot of respect for your game. And I loved watching you, man. I love watching you now because you played so fast, you play so smart. It's clear that you watching tape. It's clear that you understanding the concepts. It's clear that you dialed in. It seemed like you and Kyle Hamilton's chemistry and y'all understanding of one another is fantastic. Walk me through that, because he did a little interview just talking about you and y'all relationship and how cool y'all are and how y'all play off each other in that on that field. Because when the Bullets is flying, people don't know. It get crazy out there.
Ardarius Washington
It does, man. Every time that man K, we talking about everything, bro. Like, everything we see. Every time we come to the sideline, we talking about, you know, what you getting on this side or what you getting right here or how you would have played this or how you feel about that. So even then like we in the locker room, bro, like we just talking about communicating, especially about ball, you know what I mean? And outside of that, you know what I'm saying? We talk about whatever, you know what I mean? But just getting to know each other more and stuff like that, especially fitting into that role and everything, you know what I mean? So having a relationship with him and everything like that, like we kind of, we understand, we co signing and everything like that for definite NFL playoffs.
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Jon Stewart
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Richard Sherman
So y'all play. Y'all played Buffalo early in the season, but you didn't play in that game.
Ardarius Washington
Exactly.
Richard Sherman
What are you seeing from them now that's different from the team that y'all played earlier in the season?
Ardarius Washington
Physicality, you know what I mean? So they, they running guys off the ball, you know, I mean, they, they pushing the powers and doing things like that, but you can definitely tell they're a completely different team from when we played them Week four and today is now, you know what I mean? They bringing it, you know what I mean? They seem like they out there got a point to prove, but so do we, you know what I mean? So like, you know, we know it's going to be a different game. We're a different team also, you know what I mean? But definitely from that is physicality. And with those guys, you're going to have to stick to your rules, you know what I mean? They got guys going all over the place, you know what I mean? So we definitely have to stick to our rules when we plan against them.
Richard Sherman
Now, how is the boy from Shreveport, Louisiana going to get ready for this eight degree weather? I mean, I know you've been in Baltimore long enough, but 8 degrees is 8 degrees.
Ardarius Washington
I'mma get ready for it, you know what I mean? I'm g. Get ready for it. I'm be out there, we playing football, you know what I mean? So when I'm between those, I ain't think about how cold it is. When I get to the sideline, I'm like, okay, maybe a little cold out here, but when I'm out on that field, hey, I ain't thinking about no weather, man. I'm thinking about making this play right now.
Richard Sherman
When we played, we played the coldest game I ever been and I think it's like fourth coldest all time. We was playing Minnesota before they stadium got built and it was negative six. And when I tell you, look, I ain't never really cared about the cold. Now once you put on the pads, once you start playing, it's cool. But when I tell you I got out there and took a deep breath and it felt like my lungs was freezing, I said, it's different.
Ardarius Washington
It's different.
Richard Sherman
Look, I tell you what, I look like a total little. You know what I mean, Sissy. When I'm running to the sideline between every plate, getting on that heater, getting on that heater.
Ardarius Washington
It affect you a little bit, Rich.
Richard Sherman
Hey, it got me a little bit. I can't lie. Hey, you got any questions for me? I know you ain't got a lot of time, so I don't want to hold you too long. You know, I. I'm. I'm blessed that you. You even got on the pod with me. I know it's a busy time.
Ardarius Washington
I appreciate you for having me, man. Definitely a blessing, like a guy like yourself, you know what I mean? And I do actually have a question. So for you, just one question. You know, what made y'all guys so great? You know, I mean, y'all in that back end, you know, I mean, what was like? I guess what's like three things that made y'all guys great in that secondary?
Richard Sherman
I guess it's a lot of. It's a bunch of guys with a lot of love and respect for one another. Obviously, it's us spending time off the field and getting to know each other, getting to know each other's families, and that just connects you in a different way. But then it's on the field just caring about one another, you know what I mean? It's studying together, it's having a standard for the room, you know what I mean? I'm sure y'all got a standard in y'all room. It looks like it. You know, y'all play up to it and you got a standard of play that everybody holds each other to, not just. Not just the starters. So it's not just Cam, Earl, myself, Brandon Browner, Byron Maxwell. It's the practice squad guy, same standard. So. And then it's a. It's a different level of accountability because it's not like. It's not like a hierarchy. It's not like, hey, man, this practice squad guy can't say nothing to me because I'm a three time all Pro. If he got something to teach me, if he got something to tell me and say, hey, hey, brother, I think you could do this a little better. You kind of. You kind of was this. I think if you change your footwork like that, then I'm Gonna take it in, and I'mma absorb it, and I'm gonna try to make. Make myself better. And I think that helped us get better and helped us improve because everybody mattered. Everybody was important. Everybody felt like, hey, man, these dudes respect me. And we did. Like, if. If some dude said, hey, can you help me after practice? And he might. He might have just got picked up yesterday and about to get cut tomorrow, then I'm gonna stay out there for two hours and help him with his tech. You know what I mean? And I think on top of that, we practiced our. We practice hard as shit. Like, we practice hard as shit. Everybody got to touch the ball. The effort is there. We. We full speed. It don't matter if it's walkthrough. We. We practice walkthroughs. Like, full speed. So he wouldn't let the ones go with the ones no more because we ain't letting y'all catch the ball. I don't. I don't give a damn if y'all one offense. If y'all don't. If y'all want to catch the ball, take us off the field.
Ardarius Washington
Right, Jada?
Richard Sherman
Like, we not playing none of that shit. And I think we kept the standard. The standard at all times, so it didn't matter. Walkthrough practice, preseason game, Pro bowl game. Like, we playing hard and we hitting shit. So if you don't want that, then put us on the sideline, coach, because that's what you're going to get from us. And I think when you have all those things, when you get into crazy moments and adversity, hits and shit ain't going your right way. And it's the playoff game. You never look at each other, and you like. You're like, man, it's your fucking fault. Or it's like, oh, man, it's on you.
Ardarius Washington
Like, you.
Richard Sherman
You ain't doing your job. It's always love. I might as well be out there with my brother and be like, hey, I know. Hey, we in this together. We know we can get this done. And you know I'm doing my best, and I know you're doing your best.
Ardarius Washington
Gotcha. I appreciate it. I appreciate it. Definitely. I appreciate it.
Richard Sherman
Yeah. It's all love, brother. Hey, good luck this weekend. Keep balling out. Keep doing your thing. I hope everything goes your way. I can't wait to see your player performance, because your player performance.
Ardarius Washington
Hey, I try not thinking about that.
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Ardarius Washington
You know what I'm saying? So we got a mission we on right now, and that's what we trying to get to. But I'll think about that later. But yes, sir.
Richard Sherman
Yeah, it's gonna be. Everything gonna work out like it's supposed to.
Ardarius Washington
Most definitely. Definitely.
Richard Sherman
All love, brother. You have a beautiful day. If you got anything else for me, I'm happy to go. If you got a little bit more time, I'm happy to keep going, but they told me you have 15 minutes.
Ardarius Washington
I gotta get ready for practice. 12:30. You know, we, we.
Richard Sherman
Yes, sir.
Ardarius Washington
Yes, sir.
Richard Sherman
Yes, sir. All love, brother. Good luck this week.
Ardarius Washington
Appreciate you. Yes, sir.
Richard Sherman
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Podcast Summary: Richard Sherman Podcast - Ravens Safety Ar'Darius Washington
Podcast Information:
In this compelling episode of The Herd with Colin Cowherd, host Richard Sherman sits down with Ar'Darius Washington, the standout safety for the Baltimore Ravens. Released on January 17, 2025, the conversation delves deep into Washington's journey, his impact on the Ravens' defense, and his perspectives on team dynamics and personal growth.
Richard Sherman opens the discussion by acknowledging Washington's significant rise in the Ravens' lineup:
"You've been having a heck of a season since you've been inserted into the starting lineup. You play so fast, you're so aggressive."
— Richard Sherman [02:09]
Ar'Darius Washington reflects on his path to success:
"Man, I feel good, man. Ready to get this week rolling, you know what I mean? First day of practice and everything like that. Big game coming up."
— Ar'Darius Washington [02:09]
Washington shares insights into overcoming adversity, highlighting his undrafted status and battling through injuries. His determination and resilience have earned him the respect of his teammates, who praise his consistent performance each time he's called to play.
Sherman probes into Washington's mindset during crucial moments:
"What's going through your mind throughout this process?"
— Richard Sherman [02:18]
Washington emphasizes a straightforward approach:
"Just going out there and get to win... shutting down the offense, Josh Allen and all those guys."
— Ar'Darius Washington [02:42]
He underscores the importance of focusing on the present game rather than dwelling on past challenges, maintaining a clear and determined focus to contribute effectively on the field.
The conversation touches on Washington's playing style and inspirations. Sherman notes similarities between Washington and Earl V. Thomas III, sparking a discussion about role models:
"You look like Earl V. Thomas III."
— Richard Sherman [03:02]
Washington responds respectfully, sharing his admiration:
"I actually did look up to Earl... Legend of Boom and everything like that."
— Ar'Darius Washington [03:24]
This comparison highlights Washington's aggressive and intelligent play, reminiscent of Thomas's renowned defensive prowess.
Discussing his physical attributes and playing style, Washington provides his current stats and how they influence his game:
"I'm probably like 181 right now. 182, something like that."
— Ar'Darius Washington [03:59]
Sherman praises Washington's aggressive play:
"You play so fast, you're so aggressive."
— Richard Sherman [04:04]
Washington elaborates on leveraging his speed and agility to counter larger and faster opponents, demonstrating how he maximizes his strengths to impact the game significantly.
A significant portion of the discussion revolves around Washington's chemistry with Kyle Hamilton, another key player in the Ravens' defense:
"You've shown incredible trust and belief in each other."
— Richard Sherman [05:11]
Washington discusses the seamless communication and mutual support between him and Hamilton:
"Every time I'm out there with him, he's calling out the play or anything like that."
— Ar'Darius Washington [09:24]
This synergy contributes to the Ravens' formidable defensive strategies and on-field effectiveness.
As the Ravens approach the playoffs, Sherman inquires about Washington's approach to high-stakes games:
"This is your first meaningful start to the playoffs. Is this your first playoff run?"
— Richard Sherman [05:50]
Washington maintains his consistent mentality:
"Don't make it bigger than what it is... play football."
— Ar'Darius Washington [06:11]
He emphasizes focusing on each play and maintaining composure, ensuring that the team remains grounded and focused despite the heightened pressure.
Discussing upcoming challenges, especially against teams like Buffalo, Washington highlights strategic adjustments:
"They bringing it, you know what I mean? They seem like they out there got a point to prove."
— Ar'Darius Washington [12:59]
Addressing environmental factors, Sherman brings up the impact of cold weather:
"How is the boy from Shreveport, Louisiana going to get ready for this eight degree weather?"
— Richard Sherman [13:31]
Washington confidently responds:
"I'mma get ready for it... I'm thinking about making this play right now."
— Ar'Darius Washington [13:40]
His adaptability underscores his professional preparedness to perform under varying conditions.
Sherman shifts focus to the Ravens' team culture, praising their defensive unit's cohesion:
"It's a bunch of guys with a lot of love and respect for one another."
— Richard Sherman [15:03]
Washington echoes this sentiment, highlighting the importance of mutual respect and accountability across all team members:
"Everybody mattered. Everybody felt like, hey, man, these dudes respect me."
— Ar'Darius Washington [16:42]
He details how the team's unified standards and relentless practice contribute to their defensive strength and overall success.
As the conversation winds down, Sherman extends his well-wishes to Washington:
"Good luck this weekend. Keep balling out. Keep doing your thing."
— Richard Sherman [17:32]
Washington expresses gratitude, reaffirming his focus on the team's mission:
"We got a mission we on right now, and that's what we're trying to get to."
— Ar'Darius Washington [17:45]
The episode concludes on a high note, celebrating the camaraderie and dedication that define both Washington's career and the Ravens' defensive powerhouse.
Resilience and Determination: Washington's journey from being undrafted and overcoming injuries to becoming a starting safety exemplifies his resilience and commitment.
Team Chemistry: The strong rapport between Washington and Kyle Hamilton underscores the importance of communication and trust within a defensive unit.
Consistent Mentality: Maintaining focus on each play and not succumbing to external pressures is central to Washington's approach, especially during high-stakes playoff games.
Adaptability: Washington's ability to adjust to different opponents and adverse conditions highlights his professionalism and readiness to contribute effectively.
Unified Team Culture: The Ravens' emphasis on mutual respect, accountability, and relentless practice fosters a cohesive and formidable defense.
"Just going out there and get to win... shutting down the offense, Josh Allen and all those guys."
— Ar'Darius Washington [02:42]
"We practice hard as shit. Like, we practice hard as shit. Everybody got to touch the ball."
— Richard Sherman [16:43]
"We kept the standard at all times... it's all love, brother."
— Richard Sherman [17:16]
This episode provides an intimate look into Ar'Darius Washington's role in the Baltimore Ravens, offering listeners valuable insights into his personal journey, playing philosophy, and the synergistic dynamics that contribute to one of the NFL's most formidable defenses.