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Chamarri Conner injury vs Browns: Latest news on Chiefs DB

#Chiefs safety Chamarri Conner is dealing with an injury. Here are the latest updates. 

During the second quarter of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 15 showdown against the Cleveland Browns, third-year defensive back Chamarri Conner took a scary hit that sent him to the locker room.

Here’s what we know about Conner’s condition:

Chamarri Conner injury update

Conner needed help getting off the field after taking a hard hit in Week 15. He was escorted to the locker room to be examined.

Shortly thereafter, the Chiefs announced that Conner sustained a concussion in a post to their official Twitter account.

How long will Chamarri Conner be out?

Conner will be placed in concussion protocol, and won’t be able to return to Kansas City’s matchup against Cleveland.

Chiefs’ DB depth chart

Christian Roland-Wallace is likely to get more snaps now that Conner has been ruled out. Expect defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo to get creative in the second half to adjust for Conner’s absence as the Chiefs fight for their 13th win.

Chamarri Conner injury update: Latest status report for Chiefs DB

#Chiefs DB Chamarri Conner is dealing with a thumb injury. Here are the latest updates.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Chamarri Conner is listed on the team’s first injury report for Week 12.

While the Chiefs lost to the Buffalo Bills in Week 11, Conner was a huge asset for Kansas City in the hotly-contested matchup, notching eight tackles and an interception in the game.

Will he be present to help stop the Carolina Panthers on Sunday?

Chamarri Conner injury update

Conner is listed with a thumb injury, but it didn’t stop him from being a full participant in the Chiefs’ practice session on Wednesday.

How long will Chamarri Conner be out?

Conner was a full participant in Kansas City’s drills on Wednesday, so it seems likely Conner won’t need to miss any time due to his injury. Stay tuned for the latest on his condition.

Chiefs DB depth chart

Conner is expected to be available for Sunday’s tilt against the Panthers. Should he need time off the field his backup is Christian Roland-Wallace, who has proven to be a more than capable defender in limited action this season.

Chiefs LB Drue Tranquill was mic’d up during Chamarri Conner’s INT vs. Bills

Kansas City #Chiefs LB Drue Tranquill was mic’d up during DB Chamarri Conner’s exciting interception against the Buffalo #Bills in Week 11.

The Kansas City Chiefs defense allowed 30 points for the first time this season in the defending Super Bowl champions’ Week 11 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.

Despite their relatively poor performance, Steve Spagnuolo’s defensive unit still managed to make several impressive plays and showed outstanding effort against Josh Allen and the Bills’ impressive offense.

Among Kansas City’s top plays in the game was an interception by defensive back Chamarri Conner, which seemed to spark the Chiefs during their comeback attempt at Highmark Stadium.

Veteran linebacker Drue Tranquill was mic’d up during Conner’s interception and could be heard giving words of encouragement to his teammate during the play in a video that was posted to Twitter this morning:

As Spagnuolo, Conner, and Tranquill look to pick up the pieces and get back on track against the Carolina Panthers in Week 12, this video serves to remind fans that despite Kansas City’s loss, its players showed a ton of heart against Buffalo.

Chiefs vs. Bills: Chamarri Conner makes leaping interception against Josh Allen

Kansas City #Chiefs DB Chamarri Conner came down with an impressive interception against Buffalo #Bills QB Josh Allen in Week 11.

The Kansas City Chiefs are in the midst of a heated Week 11 battle with the Buffalo Bills as they look to keep their undefeated season alive.

After an early turnover by quarterback Patrick Mahomes led to a Bills touchdown, Buffalo’s offense decided to return the favor with a turnover of their own.

When Bills quarterback Josh Allen marched Buffalo’s offense downfield with the chance to go up two scores, the Bills found themselves in a fourth-down situation and decided to test the Chiefs’ defense.

Unfortunately for Buffalo, Allen was stopped by second-year defensive back Chamarri Conner, who made a beautiful leaping interception.

Take a look at Conner’s leaping interception, which the Chiefs posted from their official account on Twitter:

If Kansas City’s defense can continue to give Allen fits in today’s game, the reigning Super Bowl champs could earn their tenth regular season win at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York.

Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie discusses support from teammates: ‘We’ve got your back’

Kansas City #Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie discusses support from teammates: ‘We’ve got your back’ | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs’ overtime victory last Monday night over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers featured a rare bend moment from the defense. Baker Mayfield completed a game-tying touchdown pass in regulation to force the extra session and a moment of regret from an All-Pro defensive back.

Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie revealed to reporters on Wednesday his frustrations and the support he received from teammates after the Buccaneers scored the tying touchdown on his watch.

“B-Cook (Bryan Cook), J-Reid (Justin Reid) (and) Chamarri (Conner) came over there while I was ticked off that I allowed the score that (allowed) them tie the game,” said McDuffie. “They’re just like, ‘Look, bro, it’s going into overtime. We’ve still got more games. Don’t worry about it. We’ve got your back; we know what you can do.”

McDuffie and the defense had an impressive streak of ending games on their end this season but were bailed out for once in overtime as the offense scored a touchdown on their initial possession.

“For me, that was just a way to kind of lock back in, and also just be like, ‘Man, that’s special, to be in a locker room where guys, you give up a big play in the game, said McDuffie. “I think that kind of speaks volumes as to the character of what we have in here.”

The strong bond between the defense and the team has contributed enormously to the team’s undefeated start to the season.

Final score: Chiefs defeat Falcons 22-17 in Week 3

The Kansas City #Chiefs defeated the Atlanta #Falcons 22-17 on ‘Sunday Night Football’ in Week 3.

The Kansas City Chiefs secured their third victory of the 2024 regular season on Sunday Night Football, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 22-17.

Both teams fought hard throughout the game, but Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City’s offense couldn’t quite get into gear against Atlanta’s impressive secondary.

With star running back Isiah Pacheco out due to an injury he sustained against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 2, rookie rusher Carson Steele led the Chiefs on the ground with 17 carries for 72 yards.

Kansas City’s defense showed up when it mattered most. Defensive back Chamarri Conner and linebacker Nick Bolton put together fantastic performances, with 10 and 8 combined tackles respectively.

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Bolton ultimately secured the win for Kansas City late in the fourth quarter when he tackled Bijan Robinson behind the line of scrimmage on the Falcons’ final offensive play.

Now 3-0, the Chiefs will look ahead to their Week 4 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, who lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-10 earlier on Sunday.

Chiefs vs. Falcons: Chamarri Conner intercepts Kirk Cousins

#Chiefs DB Chamarri Conner intercepted #Falcons QB Kirk Cousins in Kansas City’s Week 3 matchup against Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The Atlanta Falcons have the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense right where they want them on Sunday Night Football, but have let the defending champions keep the score within one point heading into halftime.

Kansas City is set to receive the second-half kickoff, and the Chiefs needed the heroics of second-year defensive back Chamarri Conner to help them cut their deficit late in the second quarter.

When Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins was pressured in the pocket during a first-half two-minute drill, he threw an easily interceptible ball in Conner’s direction.

The sophomore defender lept at his chance to make a play, coming away with the rock before handing it off to fellow defensive back Jaylen Watson, who was able to gain a few extra yards on the return.

Kansas City would settle for a Harrison Butker field goal on its ensuing drive.

Stay tuned to see if the Chiefs can complete a second-half comeback at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Week 3.

Chiefs Chamarri Conner on Arrowhead Stadium’s reaction to scoop-and-score: ‘That was an amazing feeling’

Kansas City #Chiefs defensive back Chamarri Conner on Arrowhead Stadium’s reaction to scoop-and-score: ‘That was an amazing feeling’ | @EdEastonJr

Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Chamarri Conner stepped into significant playing time on Sunday. He made momentum-changing plays in the second half that helped in the comeback victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.

Conner spoke to the media following Sunday’s win, recapping his best performance thus far as a professional.

“Man, that was amazing. That was an amazing feeling,” said Conner, referring to his scoop-and-score touchdown after Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s fumble and being embraced by the over 75,000 fans in attendance at Arrowhead Stadium.

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The play briefly gave the Chiefs the lead, but Conner wasn’t done impacting the game. The former Virginia Tech standout sacked Burrow, stalling Cincinnati’s fourth-quarter drive.

“Coach Spags (Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo) called a great play. He dialed it up, and it was wide open for me.” I couldn’t miss the layup, so I tried to hit it as fast as I could,” said Conner, who finished the game with six tackles, four solo, one sack, and a tackle for loss.

The injury to Justin Reid’s hand forced him to the sidelines several times in the game, opening up more minutes for Conner and others in the secondary. The depth in the secondary is showing its strength with performances like Sunday’s against the Bengals.

Final score: Harrison Butker kicks Chiefs to 26-25 victory over Bengals

The Kansas City #Chiefs narrowly earned a 26-25 victory over the Cincinnati #Bengals in Week 2.

The Kansas City Chiefs won their Week 2 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals with a final score of 26-25 when kicker Harrison Butker nailed a 51-yard field goal as time expired in the fourth quarter.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes struggled to find his groove against the Bengals’ defense and threw two interceptions that helped keep Cincinnati in the game.

Despite his struggles, Mahomes threw two touchdown passes and ran for 29 yards on four attempts. One of Mahomes’ touchdowns was thrown to offensive lineman Wanya Morris, the other was caught by wide receiver Rashee Rice.

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On defense, Kansas City was led by second-year defensive back Chamarri Conner, who scored a touchdown on a fourth-quarter fumble recovery after the Chiefs sacked Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.

The game’s one-point difference in the final score was ultimately facilitated by a pass interference penalty called against Cincinnati’s rookie safety Daijahn Anthony, which put Butker within field goal range.

Kansas City will face the Atlanta Falcons on September 22 in Week 3 of the regular season.

Chiefs vs. Bengals: Chamarri Conner scoop-and-score briefly gives K.C. lead

Check out this video of #Chiefs DB Chamarri Conner’s scoop-and-score against the Cincinnati #Bengals in Week 2.

The Kansas City Chiefs are looking to win their second-straight game this week in a heated rivalry matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Heading into the fourth quarter, the two teams were in the midst of a back-and-forth game that featured scores on almost every possession.

When the Bengals had possession early in the fourth quarter, quarterback Joe Burrow fumbled the ball, which led to a scoop-and-score touchdown from second-year safety Chamarri Conner.

Take a look at this video of the play below, which was posted by the Chiefs’ official Twitter account:

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Conner’s score gave Kansas City a one-point lead, but the Chiefs were unable to capitalize on a two-point conversion attempt. Cincinnati managed to score a field goal on the ensuing drive and currently holds a two-point lead over Kansas City at Arrowhead Stadium.

Stay tuned to see if the Chiefs can make a fourth-quarter comeback against their AFC rivals.