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Not practicing Friday Sneed (concussion) didn't have a helmet at Friday's practice and watched from the side while his teammates warmed up, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

Impact While he hasn't returned to practice, Sneed's presence on the sideline shows he's made progress through the concussion protocol since exiting the AFC Championship Game with a brain injury. His status will be crucial for Super Bowl matchups, as the Chiefs don't have great CB depth behind Sneed and Trent McDuffie to deal with Philadelphia's pair of 1,000-yard wideouts (A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith).

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes encouraging step Thursday Sneed (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's practice estimate.

Impact Sneed has now been listed as a non-participant in back-to-back days due to the concussion he suffered during last Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bengals. However, it's been reported that the third-year cornerback was on the field for stretching and conditioning Thursday, which would ultimately put him in the next stage of the concussion protocol, per Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com. Sneed will have over nine more days to clear the league's five-step concussion protocol before Kansas City squares off against the Eagles in the Super Bowl.

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Estimated as non-participant Sneed (concussion) was listed as a non-participant Wednesday on the Chiefs' estimated injury report.

Impact Sneed suffered a concussion during the first quarter of the Chiefs' AFC Championship Game win over the Bengals on Sunday and was replaced by rookie cornerback Joshua Williams, who recorded his second career interception on a pass intended for Tee Higgins in the fourth quarter. The Chiefs' Super Bowl matchup with the Eagles will be played Feb. 12, so Sneed still has over 10 days to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. It wouldn't be surprising to see the third-year defensive back sidelined for the rest of this week, but if he continues to miss practice time next week, his status for the Super Bowl could be in serious jeopardy.

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Won't return Sunday Sneed (concussion) won't return to Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals.

Impact Sneed exited Sunday's matchup in the first quarter and went to the locker room shortly after. He was diagnosed with a concussion, so he'll be unable to return to the matchup. If Kansas City advances, it's unclear whether Sneed will be available for Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, Feb. 12.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for concussion Sneed is being evaluated for a concussion after exiting Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals in the first quarter.

Impact Sneed was shaken up on the first possession of Sunday's game and headed to the locker room shortly after leaving the field. If Sneed is unable to return, Joshua Williams and Jaylen Watson are candidates to see increased playing time at cornerback.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Triple-digit tackles in 2022 Sneed compiled three tackles (two solo) in the 31-13 win over the Raiders in Week 18.

Impact Sneed's production waned over the final two weeks of the regular season, as he tallied just three tackles in each of those games after posting at least five in every game prior, but he still topped 100 total tackles for the season, boasting plenty of fantasy value for managers who picked him up. Sneed also matched a career-best mark with three interceptions and posted career-high totals for 3.5 sacks and fumbles forced (three). The fourth-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft has one season remaining on his rookie deal before he's bound for a sizable pay bump.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active Week 18 Sneed (hip) will play in Saturday's game against the Raiders.

Impact No surprise here, as coach Andy Reid had previously indicated he expected Sneed to suit up for the contest. Look for the third-year cornerback to take on his usual starting role opposite Trent McDuffie.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Week 18 Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Thursday that he expects Sneed (hip) to suit up for Saturday's regular-season finale against the Raiders, Charles Goldman of USA Today reports.

Impact Sneed picked up a hip injury during Sunday's win over Denver. The third-year cornerback was then considered day-to-day to open Week 18 prep and sat out the Chiefs' practice Tuesday. However, he did log back-to-back limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday, so it appears he'll have a good chance to continue playing every defensive snap versus Las Vegas. Otherwise, Joshua Williams and Jaylen could both be in line for increased roles opposite Trent McDuffie on Saturday.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs DNP Sneed (hip) was listed as a non-participant in Tuesday's practice report.

Impact Sneed suffered the injury in Sunday's win over the Broncos, and despite his ability to return to play, he was considered day-to-day to open the week Monday. His practice status in the days ahead will be worth monitoring, especially with the Chiefs having one less day to prepare, as they play the Raiders on Saturday.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers minor injury Sunday Sneed suffered a hip pointer in Sunday's win over the Broncos and is considered day-to-day, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Sneed left the contest with the injury, but he was ultimately able to return and finish the game. However, it appears that he's still feeling the effects of the injury, and he may be held out or limited early in the week during practice. Either way, he'll work to be ready to play Saturday against the Raiders.

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Returns Sunday Sneed (hip) returned to Sunday's 27-24 win against the Broncos, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

Impact Sneed had left the game after suffering a hip injury while returning an interception. His ability to return before the game ended was certainly good news for the Chiefs, not only for Week 17 but for Week 18 as well, when the Chiefs face the Raiders.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Sunday Sneed has exited Sunday's game against the Broncos with a hip injury.

Impact Sneed suffered the injury while returning an interception, and walked off the field holding his hip. Any kind of long term absence would certainly be a blow to the Chiefs' secondary. In his absence, Joshua Williams and Jaylen Watson are likely candidates to see an uptick in work.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs INT in win Sneed logged seven tackles (three solo) and two passes defended, including an interception, in Sunday's 34-28 win against Denver.

Impact Sneed picked off Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien two drives after he stepped in for injured starter Russell Wilson (concussion) in the fourth quarter. The cornerback has now logged two interceptions this season, both of which have come over the last three weeks. Sneed's position belies his overall value on defense, as he has already logged career highs in tackles (89), sacks (3.5) passes defended (10) and forced fumbles (three) through just 13 games this season. The 25-year-old has also played every defensive snap during all but three contests so far in 2022, and he should have a chance to put up another impressive all-around stat line versus Houston's struggling offense Week 15.

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Six stops in loss Sneed logged six tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 27-24 defeat versus the Bengals.

Impact Sneed continued to post consistent production as the Chiefs struggled to come away with stops against the Bengals' offense. The cornerback has recorded at least five tackles in every game this season, and he now ranks second on the team in tackles (82) behind prolific linebacker Nick Bolton (122). Sneed also leads Kansas City with eight passes defended. He'll look to continue making an impact all over the field against Denver's stagnant offense Week 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Snags INT in win Sneed registered seven tackles (five solo) and an interception in Sunday's 26-10 win over the Rams.

Impact Sneed was temporarily forced out in the second quarter to undergo evaluation for a potential concussion, though he was ultimately able to return and finish as the Chiefs' second-leading tackler behind middle linebacker Nick Bolton. The third-year cornerback also nabbed his first interception of the season and the sixth of his career, picking off Bryce Perkins for a 26-yard return in the fourth quarter. Through 11 games in 2022, Sneed has now matched his previous career highs for tackles (76) and passes defended (eight) from last season, and he should play a critical role against the Bengals' dangerous passing offense next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Sunday's game Sneed (head) returned to Sunday's game against the Rams, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After taking a hit to the helmet in the second quarter, Sneed was looked at on the field before walking slowly to the sideline tent and eventually the locker room. He was evaluated for a head injury, but after passing concussion tests he was cleared to reenter this Week 12 contest. Sneed will look to build upon the three tackles that he accrued prior to his exit.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing concussion evaluation Sneed is undergoing evaluation for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact Sneed took a blow to the head and was tended to on the field before walking under his own power into the medical tent on Kansas City's sideline, according to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com. The 25-year-old was then seen heading to the locker room, per Nate Taylor of The Athletic, though the severity of his injury is still unclear. With Sneed's return up in the air, expect Joshua Williams and Jaylen Watson to step up alongside starting cornerback Trent McDuffie on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No injury designation for Week 10 Sneed (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Sneed was a full participant in Wednesday's practice but was limited by a knee injury Thursday. However, he fully participated in practice Friday and will officially be able to take the field in Week 10.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Falls back to limited participation Sneed (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Chiefs' injury report Thursday.

Impact Sneed played every defensive snap in Kansas City's Week 9 win over Tennessee and was a full participant Wednesday. While it's unclear when this injury first arose, it will leave his availability for Sunday's contest against the Jaguars up in the air. Sneed will have one more practice to increase his activity, or else Joshua Williams and Jaylen Watson could see prominent roles alongside starting cornerback Trent McDuffie.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE