The San Francisco 49ers brought in Richard Sherman to add considerable depth to the secondary, but to also serve as a leader for a group of talented, but young defensive backs. We’ve heard plenty about his work with Ahkello Witherspoon, but his leadership applies across the board. He took the secondary to dinner this offseason, but he is also showing his value as a coach on the field.
Thursday, following the opening practice of training camp, free safety Adrian Colbert spoke to the media about the influence Sherman and Earl Thomas have had on him this offseason.