Demaryius Thomas wants Richard Sherman to cover him in Super Bowl

Demaryius Thomas led the Broncos in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns, but faces his toughest opponent yet in Richard Sherman. (Aaron Ontiveroz/Getty)

Next Sunday's Super Bowl will pit Denver's number one-ranked offense against Seattle's top-ranked defense. One possible matchup to watch will be All-Pro Seahawks corner Richard Sherman against Denver's leading receiver, Demaryius Thomas. Thomas, for one, is hoping Sherman covers him.

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Speaking to reporters after practice, Thomas said he'd embrace the matchup with Sherman: "He’s a great player. I’d love to have that matchup and show what kind of player I am. I don’t know if we’ll match up, but like I said, he’s a great player.”