Because of his preparation, focus and dedication to his craft, Richard Sherman continues to play cornerback at an elite level despite injuries and other setbacks in his career.

Statistically Richard Sherman is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL. Richard Sherman made the 2020 NFL NFC pro bowl team while leading NFL cornerbacks in a number of statistical categories. In the last four seasons Sherman has the lowest completion percentage allowed at 50%. This is for cornerbacks with a minimum of 200 targets. Richard Sherman has play quarterback in the NFL for nine seasons and seems to be nowhere near slowing down.

According to the publication Western and Southern, Sherman has the lowest passer rating allowed at 35.7. Sherman joined for other 49ers in the Pro bowl this season, Nick Bosa George Kittle and Kyle Juszczyk. The five time pro bowler will be playing in his third Super Bowl today against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Over the past nine years, Sherman has been widely considered as one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL. Richard Sherman prides himself on how much he prepares against his opponents by watching film, and being able to anticipate the wide receiver and quarterback play in the offense.