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L’Jarius Sneed has become a liability and the Chiefs need to realize it before it’s too late

L'Jarius Sneed is not the player he once was, and Steve Spagnuolo needs to find a fix for the slot corner position before it becomes unfixable.

By Parker Buchele · KC Kingdom

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 2:05 AM

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Parker Buchele argues that Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed has become a liability and needs his snaps reduced.
The Seattle Seahawks repeatedly targeted Sneed in the slot, where Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught three passes against him.
Prior to the game, Sneed had allowed 29 receptions on 38 targets and a 102-plus quarterback rating in 2026.

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Writer Parker Buchele argues that Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed has become a defensive liability following struggles against the Seattle Seahawks. Buchele points out that Seattle actively targeted Sneed from the slot, where receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba secured three catches against him during the first half of their matchup.

According to the writer, Sneed had already allowed 29 receptions on 38 targets entering the game, yielding an opposing passer rating over 102. Buchele suggests defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo reduce Sneed's snaps and consider alternatives like Chris Roland-Wallace, Jadon Canady, or Jaden Hicks.

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