L'Jarius Sneed

Career StatsB-

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		69	10	43	352
2025		7	0	3	26
2024		5	0	0	23
2023		16	2	14

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This L'Jarius Sneed deal represents an absolute steal for the Titans, earning an A+ CVI that reflects one of the best value contracts in the NFL right now. At just $0.8M annually, Tennessee is getting a solid starter-level cornerback for what amounts to backup money — a price point that's virtually unheard of for a player of Sneed's caliber in today's inflated defensive back market. The 27-year-old is entering his prime years as a corner, meaning the Titans are capitalizing on his peak performance window without the typical premium that comes with proven NFL talent. With elite corners commanding $20M+ annually and even average starters pulling $8-12M, this contract structure carries minimal financial risk while offering massive upside if Sneed maintains or elevates his play. The Titans essentially locked up legitimate starting-caliber production at a fraction of market rate, giving them tremendous salary cap flexibility to address other roster needs while upgrading a critical position.

Performance Analysis

L'Jarius Sneed earns a B- grade as a cornerback who has proven himself as a quality starter at the NFL level. His move from Kansas City to Tennessee gave the Titans a legitimate number-one corner with championship experience. Sneed's physical play style and ability to match up against a team's best receiver make him a valuable defensive piece. His time with the Chiefs showed he can perform on the biggest stage, and that pedigree follows him to Nashville. The grade reflects a player who is a clear-cut starter with the potential to be even better as the anchor of Tennessee's secondary.

Fan Sentiment

The Titans part ways with a legitimate starting cornerback in a damaging roster move. Multiple headlines confirm the release, citing both the legal indictment and a two-season tenure ending abruptly. The criminal charge — failure to report a felony — is the clearest catalyst, but losing a quality starter stings regardless. Fans are torn between supporting the legal distancing and mourning a significant secondary loss. Tennessee must now find a credible CB1 replacement in a thin offseason market.