Amidst a storm of rumors, the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs have decided to utilize the franchise tag on star shutdown cornerback L’Jarius Sneed.
While in a perfect world they’d love to work out a long-term extension with Sneed, the reality is that might not be possible.
Kansas City has given Sneed permission to snoop around for possible trade partners. He is said to be seeking a team that will give him a lucrative 3-4 year contract.
#Chiefs placed the Franchise Tag on L'Jarius Sneed.
They are unlikely to keep him on the $19.8M tag. Trade or Extension could be next. pic.twitter.com/SiTTUBbqk5
— The GOAT House (@GoatHouseNFL) February 28, 2024
By wisely using the franchise tag, the Chiefs prevent Sneed from hitting free agency. If they are to part with the talented corner, they will surely get a nice package in return.
As far as where Sneed could potentially end up, ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler highlighted two notable teams: the Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins.
𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: The #Lions and #Dolphins are two teams to keep an eye on if the #Chiefs decide to trade L'Jarius Sneed, per @JFowlerESPN https://t.co/da90TyMoWu pic.twitter.com/GNeqULOcsD
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) March 3, 2024
“Cornerback was a popular position of discussion in Indy, most notably for the trade market. We know the Chiefs are working on a potential tag-and-trade with L’Jarius Sneed, and multiple teams are believed to be in the mix there,” Fowler reported.
“The word out of Indy is that Detroit is pretty set on adding a high-end corner, so the Lions are one to watch. Miami is worth keeping an eye on, too,” he added.
Miami needs to sign him because he knows how to beat Tyreek. Completely shuts down teams best WR
— jay adair (@cuttinchief) March 4, 2024
Sneed’s impact on the field for the Chiefs has been significant, playing a pivotal role in securing the team’s second consecutive Super Bowl title last month.
L'jarius Sneed phenomenal play in Baltimore. pic.twitter.com/l8VgSZvh30
— Elisa 💭 (@JaneThinkerFree) February 29, 2024
As is usually the case, Sneed’s stat line doesn’t nearly tell the entire story of his dominance.
Quarterbacks shied away from throwing his way for the most part. Notably, he didn’t allow a single touchdown during the entire duration of the regular season.
If it’s necessary, I’m trading pick 29 to the Chiefs for L’Jarius Sneed 🤷♂️ #AllGrit pic.twitter.com/KhueKpK07m
— 313 Takes (@313takes) February 28, 2024
Whether intentional or not, Sneed stirred the rumor pot further when he posted a photo of himself in an eagle pose along with an eagle emoji on social media…
L'Jarius Sneed to Philly??? pic.twitter.com/58P2lnqAaZ
— 🇺🇸CGS🇯🇵 (@CantGuardSmitty) February 24, 2024
REPORT: Multiple #Eagles players have been texting superstar FA CB L’Jarius Sneed recruiting him to come to Philly, per @TonyPauline.
This includes Boston Scott and Milton Williams, who are former college teammates of Sneed.
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) February 27, 2024
What are your thoughts on Sneed as a player?
Where do you rank him among the top cornerbacks in the NFL?
What type of contract is he deserving of?
Assuming he will be traded, where do you think would be the best spot for him?
Would he help push the Lions or Dolphins over the top???
All the “Trade LJarious Sneed” Chiefs fans after he goes for 2 ints and a TD week 1 pic.twitter.com/YDet7KjP5x
— NAB (@NotABandwagon2) February 24, 2024