SANTA CLARA – Last year, Richard Sherman. This year, Earl Thomas?
Further raiding the Seattle Seahawks once-vaunted defense makes sense as the 49ers desperately seek credibility and playmakers.
Thomas’ free agency has yet to hint of a deal with the 49ers or anyone else heading into Wednesday’s official start of the signing period.
Whereas Sherman overcame lower-leg injuries to make a smooth transition to the 49ers last season, Thomas is coming off a broken leg and could step in as the 49ers’ ideal free safety.