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Richard Sherman: Ranking potential trade destinations

By Brad Berreman

Nov 13, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (25) reacts after stopping the New England Patriots at the goal line during the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. The Seattle Seahawks won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (25) reacts after stopping the New England Patriots at the goal line during the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. The Seattle Seahawks won 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports /
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4. Los Angeles Chargers

Gus Bradley’s stint as head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars did not go well, with a 14-48 record over nearly four seasons. But he was a well sought-after defensive coordinator candidate, and ultimately landed with the Chargers when Anthony Lynn was hired as head coach.

Bradley also has a tie to the Seahawks, as defensive coordinator there from 2009-2012 before taking the head coaching job in Jacksonville. That could lead to interest in Sherman from the Chargers, as a presumed seamless fit for the defensive scheme Bradley will look to install.

That said, despite cutting some notable players around the start of free agency, the Chargers only have around $12.3 million in salary cap space right now. Taking on Sherman’s $11.4 million for this year would thus be untenable, unless they could somehow also send a player to Seattle to help ease the financial burden.

The Chargers need to inspire a new fan base as they relocate, and adding a player like Sherman could help that effort. Some financial gymnastics will be required, but restructuring a few contracts has to be on the table for the Chargers if there’s any possibility to swing a trade for Sherman.

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