It’s not crazy to criticize the free agent signing of 30-year-old cornerback Richard Sherman, who is coming off of two surgeries and played only nine games last season — IF you only see him as a player. Speed is crucial for CBs, and even seven years ago, his NFL draft scouting report criticized his pokey 4.56 40-yard dash time.
“Sherman is a size prospect with some good intangibles that will help him mold into a contributing backup corner for a press-heavy team. However, he does not possess the natural coverage instincts, fluidity or burst to be considered a future starter.