Career Timeline of L'Jarius Sneed: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how L'Jarius Sneed made an impact.

L'Jarius Sneed is an American professional football cornerback currently playing for the Tennessee Titans in the NFL. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft after playing college football at Louisiana Tech. Sneed is known for his aggressive play style and versatility in the secondary.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

January 21, 2013: Division Round win against Jacksonville Jaguars

On January 21, 2013, he collected nine combined tackles (six solo) during a 27–20 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the Divisional Round.

February 3, 2016: Commitment to Louisiana Tech

On February 3, 2016, after playing wide receiver for Minden High School, L'Jarius Sneed committed to Louisiana Tech.

July 20, 2020: Signed with Kansas City Chiefs

On July 20, 2020, L'Jarius Sneed signed a four-year, $3.92 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, including a $634,320 signing bonus.

September 10, 2020: First Career Start and Interception

On September 10, 2020, L'Jarius Sneed made his professional regular season debut as a nickelback for the Kansas City Chiefs. He recorded three solo tackles, two pass deflections, and his first career interception against the Houston Texans in a 34-20 victory.

September 20, 2020: Starting Cornerback and Second Interception

On September 20, 2020, L'Jarius Sneed started as the No. 2 starting cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs and recorded seven combined tackles, a pass deflection, and an interception against the Los Angeles Chargers in a 23-20 victory.

September 30, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 30, 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs placed L'Jarius Sneed on injured reserve after he fractured his hand in Week 3.

November 21, 2020: Activated from Injured Reserve

On November 21, 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs activated L'Jarius Sneed from injured reserve after he missed six games.

December 18, 2020: Season-High Tackles

On December 18, 2020, L'Jarius Sneed collected a season-high eight combined tackles during a 33-27 win against the Miami Dolphins.

2020: Participated in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl

In 2020, L'Jarius Sneed participated in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl.

2020: Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs

In 2020, L'Jarius Sneed was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth round (138th overall) of the NFL draft, becoming the 12th safety drafted that year.

2020: NFL Draft Projections

In 2020, prior to the NFL draft, L'Jarius Sneed transitioned back to cornerback, expressing his desire to play cornerback in the NFL and received positive feedback from analysts and scouts. He was projected to be drafted as early as the fourth round.

2020: Kansas City Chiefs Clinch Playoff Berth

In 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs finished the season first in the AFC West with a 14-2 record, clinching a playoff berth.

January 17, 2021: First Career Playoff Start and Sack

On January 17, 2021, L'Jarius Sneed started in his first career playoff game and recorded six combined tackles and one sack during the Chiefs' 22-17 victory against the Cleveland Browns in the Divisional Round.

February 7, 2021: Super Bowl LV Start

On February 7, 2021, L'Jarius Sneed started in Super Bowl LV and made three combined tackles, but the Kansas City Chiefs lost 9-31 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

September 12, 2021: Season-High Tackles in Home-Opener

On September 12, 2021, L'Jarius Sneed started in the Kansas City Chiefs' home-opener against the Cleveland Browns and recorded a season-high seven solo tackles as the Chiefs won 33-29.

November 7, 2021: Interception Against the Green Bay Packers

On November 7, 2021, L'Jarius Sneed made six combined tackles, two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass thrown by Jordan Love in the Chiefs' 13-7 win against the Green Bay Packers.

2021: Kansas City Chiefs Clinch Playoff Berth

In 2021, the Kansas City Chiefs finished the NFL season first in the AFC West with a 12-5 record, clinching a playoff berth.

January 30, 2022: Team-Leading Tackles and Interception in AFC Championship Loss

On January 30, 2022, L'Jarius Sneed produced a team-leading ten combined tackles, a pass deflection, and intercepted a pass by Joe Burrow as the Cincinnati Bengals lost 27-24 in overtime.

November 27, 2022: Interception against the Los Angeles Rams

On November 27, 2022, L'Jarius Sneed made seven combined tackles, two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass by Bryce Perkins as the Chiefs defeated the Los Angeles Rams 26-10.

2022: Named Starting Cornerback

In 2022, following an overhaul of the Kansas City Chiefs' secondary, head coach Andy Reid named L'Jarius Sneed the No. 1 starting cornerback.

2022: Kansas City Chiefs Finish Atop AFC West

In 2022, the Kansas City Chiefs finished the NFL season atop the AFC West with a 14-3 record, clinching a first-round bye and home-field advantage.

January 1, 2023: Career-High Interception

On January 1, 2023, L'Jarius Sneed made five combined tackles, broke up a pass, and tied his career-high with his third interception of the season off a pass by Russell Wilson as the Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 24-27.

February 12, 2023: Super Bowl LVII Victory

On February 12, 2023, L'Jarius Sneed started in Super Bowl LVII and recorded seven combined tackles and two pass deflections as the Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35, earning his first Super Bowl ring.

November 20, 2023: Interception Against the Philadelphia Eagles

On November 20, 2023, L'Jarius Sneed made three combined tackles, tied his season-high of two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass thrown by Jalen Hurts during a 17-21 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

2023: Kansas City Chiefs Clinch Playoff Berth

In 2023, the Kansas City Chiefs finished the NFL season first in the AFC West with an 11-6 record, clinching a playoff berth.

January 28, 2024: Forced Fumble in AFC Championship Game

On January 28, 2024, L'Jarius Sneed made five solo tackles and forced a fumble on a Zay Flowers reception at the one-yard line during a 17-10 win against the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game.

February 11, 2024: Super Bowl LVIII Victory

On February 11, 2024, L'Jarius Sneed started in Super Bowl LVIII and made three combined tackles and a pass deflection as the Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers 17-10, winning his second Super Bowl Championship.

March 4, 2024: Franchise Tagged by Chiefs

On March 4, 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs placed the franchise tag on L'Jarius Sneed.

March 29, 2024: Traded to Tennessee Titans and Signed Contract

On March 29, 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs traded L'Jarius Sneed to the Tennessee Titans. On the same day, the Tennessee Titans signed L'Jarius Sneed to a four-year, $76.40 million contract.

September 8, 2024: Tennessee Titans Debut

On September 8, 2024, L'Jarius Sneed debuted in the Tennessee Titans' season-opener at the Chicago Bears and made four combined tackles as the Titans lost 17-24.

October 13, 2024: Quadriceps Injury

On October 13, 2024, L'Jarius Sneed collected a season-high eight combined tackles before exiting the Tennessee Titans' game against the Indianapolis Colts due to a quadriceps injury.

November 22, 2024: Placed on Injured Reserve

On November 22, 2024, the Tennessee Titans announced their decision to officially place L'Jarius Sneed on injured reserve for the rest of 2024 NFL season due to his quadriceps injury.