On the field, Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman is one of the best defensive backs in the NFL. But off the field, the Super Bowl XLVIII champion is something not many might expect from a pro athlete: a gamer. Shermans game of choice? First-person shooter Call of Duty, a game he says hes played avidly on consoles since 2008.I love the competitive aspect of [Call of Duty], Sherman tells ESPN when asked why top traditional sports players like himself and teammate Marshawn Lynch, who was featured on the cover of ESPN The Magazines esports edition in 2015, enjoy the game. [In] every match youre getting to compete online against other players and I think thats huge for guys who kind of have that in us. Its kind of ingrained in us.Were competitors in every aspect of our lives and were always looking for another opportunity to compete, he says. I think [Call of Duty] gives everybody a chance to be good at it.Sherman, originally from Compton, California, a suburb best known for rough lifestyles and the birth of some of hip-hops best musicians, returned home to Los Angeles to visit the Call of Duty World Championship, which ran from Sept. 2-4. It was his first time experiencing an esports event in person. He also intends to attend the annual Seattle-based Dota 2 championship The International next year, an event that awarded over $20 million in prize money this past August. Sherman is excited by how quickly the esports space has grown.[Esports] has grown so rapidly over the last couple years, I think everyone is starting to [take] notice and pay attention, he says. These guys are out here competing for $2 million [at the Call of Duty World Championships]. Thats real money. Thats as real as it gets. Im looking forward to seeing how that industry grows and maybe, maybe getting more involved.Just as The International attracted huge crowds at Seattles KeyArena earlier this year, the League of Legends World Championship has already sold out the Staples Center in Los Angeles for its October finale. Sherman says he expects the industry to continue to grow in this manner, but also has a bold prediction about the spaces growth.I think everything is moving into the digital world, he says. I think its going to get even more incredible once you get more into the virtual reality space. I think PlayStations moving into [that]. I think thats where the esports world is gonna bloom and blow up into an even bigger deal than it is right now.Esports current explosion economically and in popularity will allow future generations to commit to a career in competitive gaming, Sherman believes.I see [esports] growing rapidly, he explains. You see young kids -- 21, 22, 23 -- making millions playing video games and playing it year-round as a profession, so anytime you have that kind of money being slung around, youre going to have more people putting in time and effort and dedicating themselves to be better at that, to make that their craft and their passion. Im expecting, that as long as it keeps being as profitable as it is, guys are going to continue to take time out of their lives to play and become masters of the craft.And as the industry grows, current and former pro athletes such as Los Angeles Rams offensive guard Rodger Saffold, NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille ONeal and former Los Angeles Lakers multitime champion Rick Fox continue to invest in esports teams. Sherman says for him that its entirely possible. I have [considered investing into a team] and I think its still up for consideration, he states.It has to make money to make sense, he says. The esports industry is starting to make a lot more money, so just like everything else, the NFL started as a small corporation with not that much support and it continued to grow into this billion dollar industry that it is. You can see how marketing and innovation can help any sport and any operation grow. Im going to keep a close eye on [esports] and if it works out, then it works out. Hydro Flask Coffee Sale . - Derek Wolfe says hes finally healthy after suffering a seizure in November that doctors now believe was related to the spinal cord injury he suffered in the preseason. Hydro Flask 18 Oz Wide Mouth . 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Thursday, August 18Brisbane Broncos ($1.50) v Canterbury Bulldogs ($2.60), Suncorp Stadium at 7:50pmBroncos:?1. Darius Boyd, 2. Corey Oates, 3. Tom Opacic, 4. James Roberts, 5. Jordan Kahu, 6. Anthony Milford, 7. Ben Hunt, 8. Josh McGuire, 9. Andrew McCullough, 10. Adam Blair, 11. Sam Thaiday, 12. Matt Gillett, 13. Corey Parker. Interchange: 14. Jarrod Wallace, 15. Tevita Pangai Junior, 16. Jai Arrow, 17. Alex GlennBulldogs:?1. Will Hopoate, 2. Brett Morris, 3. Josh Morris, 4. Curtis Rona, 5. Sam Perrett, 6. Josh Reynolds, 7. Moses Mbye, 8. Aiden Tolman, 9. Michael Lichaa, 10.James Graham, 11.Josh Jackson, 12. Greg Eastwood, 13. David Klemmer. Interchange: 14. Sam Kasiano, 15. Tim Browne, 16. Tony Williams, 17. Raymond Faitala-Mariner, 19. Danny Fualalo, 21. Kerrod HollandUBet verdict:?Canterbury has landed the cash in their last two clashes and early shoppers believe the Bulldogs can extend the streak to three. Milford was inspirational last week and Brisbane will get out if he withdraws through injury.Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL selectionsFriday, August 19Penrith Panthers ($1.30) v Wests Tigers ($3.60), Pepper Stadium at 7:50pmPanthers:?1. Matt Moylan, 2. Josh Mansour, 3. Waqa Blake, 4. Tyrone Peachey, 5. Dallin Watene Zelezniak, 6. Bryce Cartwright, 7. Nathan Cleary, 8. Leilani Latu, 9. Peter Wallace, 10. Suaia Matagi, 11. Isaah Yeo, 12. James Fisher-Harris, 13. Trent Merrin. Interchange: 14. Sitaleki Akauola, 15. Jeremy Latimore, 16. Reagan Campbell-Gillard, 17. Zak Hardaker, 20. Moses LeotaTigers:?1. Jordan Rankin, 2. David Nofoaluma, 3. Tim Simona, 4. Kevin Naiqama, 5. Josh Addo-Carr, 6. Mitchell Moses, 7. Luke Brooks, 8. Aaron Woods, 9. Dene Halatau, 10. Sauaso Sue, 11. Josh Aloiai, 12. Chris Lawrence, 13. Elijah Taylor. Interchange: 14. Kyle Lovett, 15. Ava Seumanufagai, 16. Tim Grant, 17. 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Interchange: 14. Kenneath Bromwich, 15. Tim Glasby, 16. Christian Welch, 17.Ben HamptonUBet verdict:?Melbourne was soundly beaten by Canberra last week, but the Storm has lost few fans. Early support favours them, even though the Sea Eagles have won their last two encounters.Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL sselectionsNorth Queensland Cowboys ($1.dddddddddddd.22) v New Zealand Warriors ($4.35), 1300SMILES Stadium at 7.30pmCowboys:?1. Lachlan Coote, 2. Kyle Feldt, 3. Justin ONeill, 4. Kane Linnett, 5. Antonio Winterstein, 6. Michael Morgan, 7. Johnathan Thurston, 8. Matthew Scott, 9. Ray Thompson, 10. James Tamou, 11. Gavin Cooper, 12. Ethan Lowe, 13. Jason Taumalolo. Interchange: 14. Rory Kostjasyn, 15. Coen Hess, 16. Scott Bolton, 17. Patrick KaufusiWarriors:?1. David Fusitua, 2. Ken Maumalo, 3. Blake Ayshford, 4. Solomone Kata, 5. Manu Vatuvei, 6. Thomas Leuluai, 7. Shaun Johnson, 8. Jacob Lillyman, 9. Jazz Tevaga, 10. Albert Vete, 11. Bodene Thompson, 12. Ryan Hoffman, 13. Simon Mannering. Interchange: 14. Nathaniel Roache, 15. Sam Lisone, 16. Ben Matulino, 17. James Gavet, 20. Bunty AfoaUBet verdict:?Both sides were beaten soundly last round and will be keen to atone. The Cowboys have only dropped one game at home this season and the money trail says it will stay that way.Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL selectionsSunday, August 21Canberra Raiders ($1.20) v Parramatta Eels ($4.50), GIO Stadium at 2:00pmRaiders:?1. Jack Wighton, 2. Brenko Lee, 3. Jarrod Croker, 4. Joseph Leilua, 5. Jordan Rapana, 6. Blake Austin, 7. Aidan Sezer, 8. Junior Paulo, 9. Kurt Baptiste, 10. Shannon Boyd, 11. Josh Papalii, 12. Elliott Whitehead, 13. Iosia Soliola. Interchange: 14. Adam Clydsdale, 15. Luke Bateman, 16. Clay Priest, 17. Joseph Tapine, 18. Jarrad KennedyEels:?1. Michael Gordon, 2. Semi Radradra, 3. Michael Jennings, 4. Manu Mau, 5. Bevan French, 6. Clinton Gutherson, 7. Jeff Robson, 8. Danny Wicks, 9. Isaac De Gois, 10. Tim Mannah, 11. Kenny Edwards, 12. Tepai Moeroam, 13. Beau Scott. Interchange: 14. Kaysa Pritchard, 15. David Gower, 16. Peni Terepo, 17. Daniel AlvaroUBet verdict:?On seven match tear, Canberra has been hugely popular in premiership betting this week - $8.50 into $5.50 and the cash keeps pouring in. Theyve been backed like good things to eviscerate the Eels too.Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL selectionsSydney Roosters ($1.45) v St George Illawarra Dragons ($2.75), Allianz Stadium at 4:00pmRoosters:?1. Blake Ferguson, 2. Daniel Tupou, 3. Dale Copley, 4. Shaun Kenny-Dowall, 5. Latrell Mitchell, 6. Connor Watson, 7. Mitchell Pearce, 8. Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, 9. Jake Friend, 10. Dylan Napa, 11. Boyd Cordner, 12. Mitchell Aubusson, 13. Sio Siua Taukeiaho. Interchange: 14. Sam Moa, 15. Isaac Liu, 15. Ryan Matterson, 17. Kane Evans, 18. Aidan GuerraDragons:?1. Josh Dugan, 2. Kurt Mann, 3. Euan Aitken, 4. Taane Milne, 5. Jason Nightingale, 6. Gareth Widdop, 7. Benji Marshall, 8. Russell Packer, 9.Mitch Rein, 10. Mike Cooper, 11. Tyson Frizell, 12. Joel Thompson, 13. Jack de Belin. Interchange: 15Leeson Ah Mau, 16. Will Matthews, 17. Jacob Host, 18. Jake Marketo, 22. Luciano LeiluaUBet verdict:?St George rolled the Sharks last round and the early money suggests the Dragons are ripe to spring another upset here. Doubt the $2.75 will last long.Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL selectionsMonday, August 22South Sydney Rabbitohs ($3.25) v Cronulla Sharks ($1.25), ANZ Stadium at 7:00pmRabbitohs:?1. Greg Inglis, 2. Alex Johnston, 3. Hymel Hunt, 4. Aaron Gray, 5. Joe Burgess, 6. Cody Walker, 7. Adam Reynolds, 8. George Burgess, 9. Damien Cook, 10. Thomas Burgess, 11. John Sutton, 12. Kyle Turner, 13. Sam Burgess. Interchange: 14. Jason Clark, 15. Jack Gosiewski, 16. Angus Crichton, 17. Nathan Brown, 18. Cameron McInnesSharks:?1. Ben Barba, 2. Gerard Beale, 3. Jack Bird, 4. Ricky Leutele, 5. Valentine Holmes, 6. James Maloney, 7. Chad Townsend, 8. Andrew Fifita, 9. Michael Ennis, 10.Matt Prior, 11. 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