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L’Jarius Sneed’s injury may have been a blessing in disguise for the Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs CB Christian Roland-Wallace has stepped up big time in L'Jarius Sneed's absence, and he might be the team's new starting nickel.

By Ernesto Cova · KC Kingdom

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:00 PM

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Writer Ernesto Cova argues L'Jarius Sneed's injury opened the door for Christian Roland-Wallace to excel at nickelback.
L'Jarius Sneed was placed on injured reserve amid struggles, including allowing 36 receptions and a 110 passer rating.
Christian Roland-Wallace allowed zero receptions against the Denver Broncos and held opponents to 4.3 yards per catch.

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KC Kingdom argues that L'Jarius Sneed's knee injury has benefited the Kansas City Chiefs by opening the door for Christian Roland-Wallace. Sneed was placed on injured reserve after recording a 36.2 Pro Football Focus grade and allowing 36 receptions, while Roland-Wallace has stepped up effectively at nickelback.

Over his last two games, Roland-Wallace recorded 10 tackles, two pass deflections, and conceded zero receptions against the Denver Broncos. The writer contends that Kansas City should retain Roland-Wallace as the primary starter in the slot even after Sneed recovers.

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