Richard Sherman predicts 49ers to defeat Seahawks in Week 5
Former NFL player Richard Sherman said the San Francisco 49ers are likely to win their Week 5 game against the Seattle Seahawks, citing the 49ers' strong offense and Seattle's lower third-down conversion rate.
Former NFL cornerback Richard Sherman told listeners of his podcast that he expects the San Francisco 49ers to win the Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Sherman highlighted the 49ers' 4-0 start to the 2026 season and praised quarterback Brock Purdy, noting his league-leading 89.7 QBR and a record for adjusted yards per pass attempt. He also pointed to the 49ers' 57.5 percent first-down conversion rate, the highest in the league, and contrasted it with Seattle's 31 percent third-down conversion rank, which he said could affect the game’s outcome. While acknowledging Seattle's strong defensive rankings—fifth in points allowed and first in yards allowed—Sherman forecast a 24-21 victory for San Francisco.