Kansas City Chiefs hosted former Super Bowl champion cornerback
The Kansas City Chiefs traded away Trent McDuffie this offseason and also selected a cornerback in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. However, it appears they are not finished reshaping their secondary. This time, they could bring back a familiar face who helped deliver two S
The Kansas City Chiefs traded away Trent McDuffie this offseason and also selected a cornerback in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. However, it appears they are not finished reshaping their secondary. This time, they could bring back a familiar face who helped deliver two Super Bowl titles.
Reports indicate that former Chiefs fourth-round pick L’Jarius Sneed visited Kansas City this past week. The team reportedly hosted him on Thursday, fueling speculation about a potential reunion. Among the remaining free-agent cornerbacks, Sneed may be the most logical fit for the Chiefs.
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Sneed won two Super Bowls and appeared in three during his time in Kansas City. After helping the Chiefs capture their second championship with him on the roster, the organization placed the franchise tag on Sneed during the 2024 offseason. However, much like McDuffie this year, contract negotiations failed to produce a long-term agreement, leading the Chiefs to trade him.
Kansas City dealt Sneed to the Tennessee Titans in a sign-and-trade agreement. Tennessee surrendered a third-round pick and signed him to a four-year, $76.4 million contract. Unfortunately for the Titans, the move never paid off as expected.
Sneed suffered season-ending injuries in consecutive years and failed to record an interception during his tenure in Tennessee. The Titans ultimately decided to move on this offseason, leaving him on the open market. That could change quickly, as his experience and versatility remain valuable assets. Ultimately, any deal may come down to opportunity and financial terms.
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During his first stint with Kansas City, Sneed served as a cornerstone of the secondary. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo deployed him all over the defensive backfield, taking advantage of his versatility. In addition to his coverage skills, Sneed became one of the league’s most effective blitzing cornerbacks.
