Kansas City Chiefs standout cornerback L’Jarius Sneed was missing from the festivities of the Super Bowl Opening Night as his girlfriend is on the brink of giving birth.
The news was confirmed through official channels, citing the impending arrival of Sneed’s child as the reason for his non-participation in the traditional Super Bowl kickoff event.
NEWS: #Chiefs superstar CB L’Jarius Sneed missed Super Bowl Opening Night because his girlfriend is due to give birth very soon.
Sneed is expected to play in the Super Bowl.
Congratulations @jay__sneed ❤️ pic.twitter.com/OERwe7iwAV
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Despite the absence from Opening Night, Sneed is expected to take the field for the highly anticipated Super Bowl clash.
The Chiefs’ defensive stalwart has been a crucial component of their success this season, and his potential availability for the Super Bowl adds a layer of intrigue to the matchup.
As the Chiefs prepare for the showdown, the anticipation builds not only for the game itself but also for the joyous moment in Sneed’s personal life that awaits on the sidelines.