SANTA CLARA — You just knew cornerback Richard Sherman could find a way to spice up Sunday’s return to Seattle, his home the previous seven seasons before defecting to the 49ers this year.
First off, Sherman didn’t berate Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson the way he famously did former 49ers Michael Crabtree and Colin Kaepernick five years ago. But Sherman sure wasn’t offering praise Thursday about Wilson’s play-making ability..
Reporter: “You’ve seen through the years what Russell Wilson is capable of doing … ”
Sherman: “Yeah, I’ve also seen him throw five picks in a game. So you’ve seen what he’s capable of on both side of it.