Sherman is Packers' kryptonite

49ers corner Richard Sherman may be the Packers’ kryptonite, because Aaron Rodgers rarely throws at him, writes Neil Greenberg…

“Teams have scored four fewer points per game against San Francisco than expected on passing plays this year after accounting for the down, distance and field position of each throw, according to data from TruMedia. Sherman surrendered just 236 yards when targeted in coverage during the regular season and playoffs, and he was never beaten for more than 25 yards, with opponents gaining a league-low 0.4 yards per snap when targeting Sherman in coverage.”

Full article: The Washington Post