Seattle’s Big CBs Face Challenge In Atlanta’s WRs

RENTON, Wash. (AP) – Seattle cornerback Richard Sherman believes Atlanta’s Julio Jones and Roddy White rank among the NFL elite as individuals.

As a tandem, Sherman thinks they might be the best in the league.

Sunday’s NFC divisional playoff game between Seattle and Atlanta will feature a fascinating matchup of skill players on the outside, between Sherman and fellow Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner and the Falcons’ White and Jones.

The Atlanta receivers combined for 171 receptions and 17 touchdowns in the regular season. Browner and Sherman combined for 11 interceptions and 30 passes defensed.

It will be a challenge for Seattle’s cornerbacks to keep up with the big, speedy receivers. But it’s also tough on Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan, who says he must trust that his receivers will win against Seattle’s long defenders.