Defensive back Chamarri Conner was injured in the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 15 tilt against the Cleveland Browns.
This is the latest on his status in Week 17:
Chamarri Conner injury update
Conner took a hit to the head against the Browns that saw him placed in concussion protocol.
He was absent in Kansas City’s matchup against the Houston Texans on Saturday and did not participate in the Chiefs’ practice session on Monday.
How long will Chamarri Conner be out?
It is unlikely that Conner will be able to return in time for Kansas City’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas Day in Week 17.
Rather, it is more probable that he could get back to the field in Week 18 when the Chiefs face off against the Denver Broncos.
Chiefs DB depth chart
Rookie Christian Roland-Wallace is set to get more playing time while Conner recovers from his injury. Expect defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo to get creative to minimize the effect of Conner’s absence.