Star 49ers corner Richard Sherman was placed on injured reserve on Wednesday. Sherman is dealing with a calf strain, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.

One of Earl Thomas' former teammates with the Legion of Boom, Richard Sherman, believes whichever team signs the safety will be getting a motivated playmaker. 

As we hurtle toward the 2020 NFL season, Adam Schein predicts which nine teams will boast the league's best defenses. Who earns the No. 1 spot: Derwin James' Chargers, Tre'Davious White's Bills or Nick Bosa's 49ers?

In the wake of All-Pro Chandler Jones' eyebrow-raising comment about the single-season sack mark, Judy Battista, Jeffri Chadiha, Michael Silver and Jim Trotter identify NFL records that might never be broken.

2020 represents a contract year for a number of spectacular NFL players. With that in mind, Gregg Rosenthal takes a sneak peek at next offseason's open market, ranking his top 25 prospective free agents of 2021.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2020 NFL season. 

What are the most important qualities for an NFL head coach to possess? Jim Trotter posed that question to star players from each position group, including 49ers CB Richard Sherman, Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald and Chiefs TE Travis Kelce. Here are their thoughts.

While previous calls to combat social inequality went unanswered, 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman believes this time might well be different. "The impact will be greater."

In the continuation of a roundtable discussion, Chris Long and Richard Sherman join Jim Trotter and Steve Wyche to talk about athletes speaking up and whether change will actually come. 

Jimmy Garoppolo received his fair share of criticism for the 49ers' loss in Super Bowl LIV but his teammate Richard Sherman believes the defense is more at fault for the outcome.

Which players have Adam Rank's support in 2020? He identifies one player from each NFL team that he'll be rooting for during the upcoming season.

San Francisco has agreed to terms on a trade for Washington Redskins tackle Trent Williams, NFL Network reported Saturday. Washington will net a 2021 third-round pick and a 2020 fifth-round pick.

In his final mock of the 2020 NFL Draft season, Charles Davis predicts the San Francisco 49ers will land his top-rated WR at No. 13 overall while the Kansas City Chiefs pick the only RB to go in Round 1.

With the 2020 NFL Draft right around the corner, Charley Casserly digs into the men who'll be making the selections. What does each general manager's track record look like? Here are the best picks, value picks and tendencies for everyone.

Adam Rank ranks every player on the NFL's 2010s All-Decade Team. Where do defensive studs Von Milller and Aaron Donald sit? And which player lands at No. 1?

Pete Carroll's 100 regular season wins and Super Bowl title from 2010 to '19 earned him a place on the 2010s All-Decade Team. Michael Silver talks to the coach, who opens up about the highs (SB XLVIII) and lows (SB XLIX) of the past 10 years.

The NFL and the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the 2010s All-Decade Team. Which players joined unanimous selections Tom Brady and Aaron Donald on the prestigious team?

The Dolphins have three first-round picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, and Peter Schrager thinks they'll use all of them to completely make over the offense. See how Round 1 plays out in Schrager's first mock draft of the year.

From the anniversary of Tony Romo's retirement to Sean Taylor's birthday, check out some of this week's historic NFL people and moments. Think you know your football trivia? NFL Research looks back at some of the great games, stunning accomplishments and historic people to keep you in the loop on this day in history.

After being traded to the Eagles, now-former Lions CB Darius Slay spoke out about a pair of incidents with coach Matt Patricia that sent the Pro Bowler's respect "out the door" for the coach.

Following news that the new CBA had passed by a razor-thin margin of votes, NFL players weighed in on social media from both sides.

Browns center JC Tretter was elected by the board of player representatives as the NFLPA's next president. Tretter replaces Eric Winston, who was not up for re-election after not playing in 2019.

From the anniversary of Nick Foles' return to the Eagles that ended in a Super Bowl win to the anniversary of the Saints signing Drew Brees, check out some of this week's historic NFL people and moments. Think you know your football trivia? NFL Research looks back at some of the great games, stunning accomplishments and historic people to keep you in the loop on this day in history.

The NFLPA Board of Player Representatives voted to send the proposed collective bargaining agreement to the membership for a vote on Tuesday evening.

A meeting between NFL ownership and members of the NFLPA executive committee and board of representatives concluded Tuesday without an update regarding the owner-approved CBA proposal.

San Francisco 49ers corner back Richard Sherman reveals which play by Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes 'blew him away' in Super Bowl LIV.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport explains two cornerbacks on the San Francisco 49ers are elevating to roster in wake of cornerback Richard Sherman's injury.

Find out the highest rated player at every attribute for "Madden NFL 21."

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger takes a look at the game back in 2012, Week 6 where cornerback Richard Sherman locked down the New England Patriots.

Watch the best plays from the Top 100 players of 2020 ranked 30 to 21.

The San Francisco 49ers cornerback makes his seventh career appearance on the "Top 100" this year. It's Sherman's highest ranking on the list since 2017.

The 2013 Seattle Seahawks rode a 13-3 record to home field advantage througout the playoffs. Seattle delivered one of the most dominant performances in Super Bowl history in beating the Broncos 43-8 in Super Bowl XLVIII.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman and former NFL defensive end Chris Long discuss how players can use their platforms to fight racism in their communities.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman and defensive end Chris Long join Steve Wyche and Jim Trotter to talk about racial inequality, and Colin Kaepernick's role in current conversations about race and justice.

Relive the dominance of the Seattle Seahawks' Legion of Boom secondary, arguably the greatest defensive backfield in NFL history.

Cornerback Aqib Talib ranks his Top 5 CBs of the last decade.

The San Francisco 49ers defense recorded three sacks and a pair of interceptions against the Green Bay Packers. Check out the unit's best plays from the NFC Championship Game.

Watch the highlight of the Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers in the 2019 NFC Championship Game.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman intercepts a pass from Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Watch the highlights of the Minnesota Vikings and the San Francisco 49ers in the 2019 Divisional Round.

Watch the best plays from the San Francisco 49ers defense in a win against the Minnesota Vikings in the 2019 Divisional Round.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman nabs third-down INT with airtight coverage.

Watch every pick-six of 2019 NFL season.

Watch the best defensive plays from the San Francisco 49ers in the 2019 regular season.

NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero offers the latest update on San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman's hamstring injury following the team's Week 14 win in New Orleans.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman addresses the media after a Week 14 win against the New Orleans Saints.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson rushes for 11-yard gain.

Watch the Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers highlights in Week 10 fo the 2019.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman breaks up Wilson's throw for huge third-down stop.

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan congratulates his team for their win over the Carolina Panthers in Week 8, and cornerback Richard Sherman breaks down his team's postgame huddle.