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The young DB has quietly delivered reliable performances, but the Chiefs continue to favor struggling veterans instead.

Braden Holecek of Arrowhead Addict argues that Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Chris Roland-Wallace deserves increased playing time due to consistent performances while veterans struggle. Roland-Wallace has played only 25.8 percent of Kansas City's defensive snaps this season, totaling 106 snaps. Despite his limited opportunities, the writer contends that Roland-Wallace has shown greater reliability than teammates playing ahead of him on the depth chart.
Holecek notes that veterans such as L'Jarius Sneed, Jaden Hicks, and Chamarri Conner have struggled despite receiving significantly higher snap counts. The article highlights Roland-Wallace's strong tackling technique, versatility in coverage, and physical play near the line of scrimmage, arguing that he and outside cornerbacks Mansoor Delane and Nohl Williams are the Chiefs' best defensive backs this season.
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