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Chamarri Elijah Conner (born July 11, 2000) is an American professional football safety for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

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Early life

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Conner grew up in Jacksonville, Florida, and attended Trinity Christian Academy. He was rated a three-star recruit and committed to play college football at Virginia Tech.[1]

College career

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Conner played in all 13 of Virginia Tech's games during his freshman season on special teams and as a backup cornerback.[2] He became a starter as a sophomore and primarily played in the nickelback position until his redshirt senior season, when he was moved to safety.[3] Conner was named honorable mention All-Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) as a junior after making 81 tackles.[4] He repeated as an honorable mention All-ACC selection as a senior after recording 85 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, two forced fumbles, an interception, and five passes broken up.[5] Conner used the extra year of eligibility granted to college athletes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and returned to Virginia Tech for a fifth season.[6]

Professional career

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Pre-draft

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NFL media analyst Lance Zierlein projected Conner would be selected in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. NFL draft analyst Cory Giddings of Bleacher Report had Conner ranked as the 25th best safety prospect (285th overall) in the draft and projected him to go undrafted.[7] NFL media analyst Daniel Jeremiah had Conner ranked as the 18th best cornerback prospect (116th overall).[8] NFL draft analyst Michael Renner of Sports Illustrated had him ranked as the 22nd best safety available in the draft.

Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 0 in
(1.83 m)		 202 lb
(92 kg)		 31+3⁄8 in
(0.80 m)		 9 in
(0.23 m)		 4.51 s 1.56 s 2.62 s 4.30 s 6.91 s 40.5 in
(1.03 m)		 10 ft 5 in
(3.18 m)		 20 reps
Sources:[9][10]

2023

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The Kansas City Chiefs selected Conner in the fourth round (119th overall) of the 2023 NFL draft.[11] The Chiefs orchestrated a trade in order to secure their selection of Conner and agreed to trade their 2023 fourth-round pick (134th overall) and a 2024 fifth-round pick (167th overall) to the Minnesota Vikings in return for the fourth-round pick (119th overall) they used to select Conner. He was the sixth safety selected in 2023.

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video icon Chiefs select Chamarri Conner No. 119

On May 13, 2023, the Kansas City Chiefs signed Conner to a four–year, $4.59 million rookie contract that includes a signing bonus of $751,368.[12]

Throughout training camp, he competed against Bryan Cook and Mike Edwards to be the starting free safety under defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo following the departure of Juan Thornhill.[13] Head coach Andy Reid named him a backup safety to begin the season, behind starting safeties Justin Reid and Bryan Cook.[14]

On September 7, 2023, Conner made his professional regular season debut and earned his first career start as a nickelback in the Kansas City Chiefs' home-opener against the Detroit Lions, but was limited to one solo tackle during their 20–21 loss. On December 10, 2023, Conner made three combined tackles (two solo), one pass deflection, and had his first career interception on a pass attempt by Josh Allen to wide receiver Trent Sherfield during a 17–20 loss to the Buffalo Bills. In Week 18, Conner earned his first career start as a safety after head coach Andy Reid elected to rest the starters in preparation for the playoffs. Conner set a season-high with eight solo tackles during a 13–12 victory at the Los Angeles Chargers. He finished his rookie season with 36 combined tackles (31 solo), one pass deflection, and one interception in 17 games and seven starts.[15][16] He received an overall grade of 81.0 from Pro Football Focus as a rookie in 2023.[17]

The Kansas City Chiefs went on to finish the 2023 NFL season a top the AFC West with a 11–6 record. On January 13, 2024, Conner appeared in the first playoff game of his career and had two combined tackles (one solo) during a 26–7 victory against the Miami Dolphins in the AFC Wild-Card Game. On January 21, 2024, Conner earned his first career start in the playoffs as a nickelback and had ten combined tackles (eight solo) as the Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills 27–24 in the Divisional Round. In the AFC Championship Game, he recorded two solo tackles as the Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens and won the AFC Championship Game 17–10 to advance to the Super Bowl. On February 11, 2024, Conner appeared in Super Bowl LVIII and had two solo tackles as the Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in overtime 25–22.[18][19]

2024

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He entered training camp slated to remain a backup safety. Head coach Andy Reid named him a backup to begin the season, behind starting duo Justin Reid and Bryan Cook. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo selected Conner to be the starting nickelback to start the season.

On September 15, 2024, Conner had six combined tackles (four solo), made his first career sack on Joe Burrow for a nine–yard loss, and returned a fumble recovery that defensive end Tershawn Wharton caused by Joe Burrow for 38-yards to score his first career touchdown in the fourth quarter to help lead the Chiefs to a 26–25 comeback victory against the Cincinnati Bengals. In Week 3, he set a season-high with ten combined tackles (five solo), made two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass by Kirk Cousins to tight end Kyle Pitts as the Chiefs won 22–17 at the Atlanta Falcons. On November 17, 2024, Conner made eight combined tackles (seven solo), one pass deflection, and set a career-high with his second interception of the season on a pass by Josh Allen to tight end Dawson Knox during a 21–30 loss at the Buffalo Bills. In Week 15, Conner had four combined tackles (three solo) before he exited in the second quarter of a 21–7 victory at the Cleveland Browns after he possibly sustained a concussion after he took a blow to the head by the knee of running back Nick Chubb as he was tackling him during an eight–yard rush.[20] It was confirmed that Conner had indeed sustained a concussion and he remained inactive in concussion protocol for the next two games (Weeks 16–17). He finished the season with a total of 77 combined tackles (58 solo), four pass deflections, two interceptions, one sack, a forced fumble, one fumble recovery, and a touchdown in 15 games and nine starts.[16] He received an overall grade of 68.2 from Pro Football Focus, which ranked 62nd among 222 qualifying safeties in 2024.[17]

The Kansas City Chiefs finished the 2024 NFL season with a 15–2 record and placed first in the AFC West to clinch a first-round bye. On January 18, 2025, Conner had five combined tackles (three solo) and one sack as the Chiefs won 23–14 in the Divisional Round against the Houston Texans. The following game, he started in the AFC Championship Game at nickelback against the Buffalo Bills and recorded nine combined tackles (five solo) during a 32–29 victory. On February 9, 2025, Conner started in a Super Bowl for the first time in his career as a nickelback and made six combined tackles (three solo), as the Chiefs lost Super Bowl LIX 40–22 against the Philadelphia Eagles.[21]

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Chamarri Conner

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Chamarri Conner (born July 11, 2000) is an American professional football safety for the of the (). Standing at 6 feet 0 inches and weighing 202 pounds, he plays primarily as a with versatility in coverage and run support. Originally from , he played for the Hokies. Selected by the Chiefs in the fourth round (119th overall) of the out of , Conner quickly transitioned to in the professional ranks. In his rookie year of 2023, he appeared in 17 games with seven starts, contributing 36 combined tackles and one while helping the Chiefs secure a victory. The following season in 2024, he started nine of 15 games, amassing 77 tackles, one sack, two interceptions, and one forced fumble, solidifying his role in Kansas City's secondary. In 2025, his third season at age 25, Conner has started all 10 games as of November 17, 2025, emerging as a key contributor in the Chiefs' secondary.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Chamarri Conner was born on July 11, 2000, in . He grew up in the Jacksonville community, where he resided with his family during his childhood. Conner's parents are Charles Conner and Erica Williams. He has two brothers and one sister, forming a close-knit family unit that supported his early development. His mother, Erica Williams, provided guidance and encouragement, while his father, Charles Conner, offered steady support in nurturing his interests. From a young age, Conner was exposed to , with his family's influence playing a key role in steering him toward football. His parents fostered and focus, helping cultivate his passion for the game amid the local athletic environment.

High school career

Chamarri Conner attended Trinity Christian Academy in , where he played as a during his high school career. As a , he contributed to the team's success, including helping lead Trinity Christian to multiple state championships in the 3A classification prior to his senior year. In his junior season of 2016–17, Conner recorded 99 total tackles, including 45 solo stops, one , and 0.5 sacks, while also causing one fumble and blocking a . During his senior year in 2017–18, he amassed 105 total tackles with 58 solo tackles, 1.5 sacks, and another caused fumble, ranking highly in his district and division for defensive production. Conner's defensive prowess earned him recognition as a standout player, with opponents often avoiding passes in his direction during his senior campaign, which allowed his teammates to capitalize on coverage opportunities. He helped guide the team to a 9–4 record in the 5A classification as a senior, building on the program's prior success of four consecutive 3A titles. Although specific individual awards like All-State honors are not prominently documented, his statistical leadership in tackles underscored his impact on the Conquerors' defense. In recruitment, Conner, rated as a three-star prospect, received scholarship offers from programs including , UCF, and USF. Influenced by Virginia Tech alumnus Isaiah Ford, who praised the program's defensive scheme, Conner committed to the Hokies in November 2016 as part of their 2018 recruiting class.

College career

Early years (2018–2020)

Chamarri Conner enrolled at in June 2018, majoring in . As a true freshman in 2018, Conner appeared in all 13 games primarily as a reserve , recording 13 total tackles (eight solo). He earned his first collegiate start against on August 31, where he tallied five tackles. These early contributions marked the beginning of his adaptation to ACC-level competition, focusing on building experience in the secondary. In his year of , Conner transitioned to a starting role at the nickel position, playing in all 13 games and registering 68 tackles (45 solo), along with 10 tackles for loss and a team-leading 5.5 sacks for minus-58 yards. He also recorded one and eight pass breakups, demonstrating increased involvement in pass defense and run support. This season highlighted his growing versatility as a , contributing to Virginia Tech's defensive efforts against a challenging schedule. The 2020 season, shortened to 11 games due to COVID-19 disruptions and adjustments, saw Conner continue as a key starter amid team challenges including player opt-outs and ejections. He led the Hokies with 81 tackles (60 solo), adding two interceptions, four pass breakups, and one forced fumble, which helped accumulate early career totals toward his eventual 315 tackles at Virginia Tech. He led the ACC in solo tackles (60) and ranked third nationally, earning recognition for his performance. These years fostered Conner's development from a rotational player to a reliable slot defender, emphasizing physicality and coverage skills in the secondary.

Later years (2021–2022)

In his junior year of 2021, Conner transitioned to a full-time starting role at nickel for , appearing in all 13 games and recording 86 total tackles (57 solo), which ranked him third on the team and third in the ACC for solo tackles. He contributed 5.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, 1 , 5 passes defended, and 2 forced fumbles, tying for sixth in the ACC in the latter category. Notable performances included a career-high 11 tackles and 1 tackle for loss against on November 20, an in the season opener versus on September 3, and a sack with 2 tackles for loss against State on September 11. For his efforts, Conner earned All-ACC Honorable Mention honors from the conference, second-team All-ACC recognition from Phil Steele, and All-ACC honors from ; he was also named one of the team's captains for the season. As a senior in 2022, Conner moved to and started all 11 games, concluding his college career with 47 consecutive starts dating back to 2019. He tallied 67 total tackles (38 solo), 2.0 tackles for loss, and 2 passes defended, with a standout game of 11 tackles against on September 22. Serving as a team captain for the second straight year, Conner demonstrated versatility by lining up at both and positions, showcasing his adaptability in coverage and run support that prepared him for professional evaluation. His invitation to the 2023 highlighted his pre-NFL potential. Over his five seasons at , Conner's 315 career tackles ranked him 10th in program history.

Professional career

2023 NFL Draft

Conner participated in the in , where he measured 6 feet 0 inches tall and weighed 202 pounds. He ran the in 4.51 seconds and recorded a 10-yard split of 1.56 seconds, while completing 20 repetitions on the . In agility and explosiveness drills, Conner achieved a of 40.5 inches—ranking fourth among safeties—and a broad jump of 10 feet 5 inches, though he opted not to participate in the three-cone drill or 20-yard shuttle at the event. Following the Combine, Conner returned to for the school's Pro Day on March 20, 2023, where he performed additional workouts for scouts, including the three-cone drill in 6.91 seconds, and participated in position-specific drills emphasizing backpedaling and lateral quickness. He also conducted interviews with teams, highlighting his versatility across roles, which built on his college performances that showcased adaptability in coverage and run support. Scouting reports praised Conner's strengths in tackling, where his physicality and instincts allowed him to finish plays effectively, and in coverage, particularly in zone schemes due to his ball skills and route recognition, though evaluators noted limitations in man coverage against faster receivers. Analysts projected him as a mid-round selection, valuing his 47 college starts and special teams potential as a dependable depth player. On April 29, 2023, during the third day of the NFL Draft in Kansas City, the Chiefs selected Conner in the fourth round with the 119th overall pick, trading up from No. 134 by sending a 2024 fifth-round pick to the . He signed a four-year rookie contract worth $4,591,364, including a $751,364 and $751,364 in guarantees.

2023 season

Chamarri Conner began his rookie season with the after being selected in the fourth round of the , signing a four-year contract worth $4.59 million. He secured a spot on the 53-man roster and primarily contributed on special teams while serving as a rotational , logging 329 special teams snaps and 292 defensive snaps across the . Conner appeared in all 17 regular-season games, recording 36 total tackles (31 solo, 5 assisted) and one , with his defensive efforts focused on sub-package roles at and corner. In the playoffs, Conner played in all four of the Chiefs' postseason games en route to , totaling 16 tackles (11 solo, 5 assisted) and one forced fumble. During the Wild Card win over the Houston Texans, he made four tackles (three solo). In the Divisional Round victory against the , Conner notched six tackles (four solo) and forced a fumble. He added three tackles (two solo) in the against the . Conner's rookie campaign culminated in Super Bowl LVIII on February 11, 2024, where he recorded two solo tackles in the Chiefs' 25–22 overtime victory over the . This performance contributed to Kansas City's second consecutive title, marking a significant milestone for the rookie as part of the championship defense.

2024 season

In 2024, his second season with the [Kansas City Chiefs](/page/Kansas_City Chiefs), Chamarri Conner saw a significant expansion in his defensive role, transitioning primarily to slot cornerback while also contributing at . He appeared in 15 regular-season games, starting nine, and recorded 77 total tackles (58 solo), one sack, two interceptions, four passes defended, and one forced fumble. This marked a notable increase from his rookie year, where his contributions were more limited to special teams and rotational defense, allowing him to build greater confidence in the Chiefs' secondary scheme. He also had one fumble recovery returned for a . Conner's standout performances included a pivotal Week 2 game against the , where he secured a 38-yard recovery and recorded a late sack on quarterback to help seal a 26-25 victory. In Week 3 versus the , he intercepted a pass from and lateraled it to teammate , contributing to a key defensive turnover in a 22-17 win. These plays highlighted his growing impact in pass coverage and run support, as he logged over 700 defensive snaps, with nearly 470 at nickel corner. During the playoffs, Conner played in all three postseason games as the Chiefs advanced to . He recorded 20 total tackles (11 solo), one sack, and one forced across the games. He started his first career on February 9, 2025, against the , recording six combined tackles (one solo) in the Chiefs' 40–22 loss. His contributions bolstered the secondary's efforts throughout the postseason.

2025 season

In the 2025 season, Chamarri Conner has solidified his position as a starting safety and for the , appearing in all 10 games thus far. Building on his progression from prior seasons, Conner has emerged as a key rotational defender in the secondary, contributing to the team's versatile defensive schemes under coordinator . Conner has recorded 76 total tackles (43 solo), one sack, two forced fumbles, and no interceptions or passes defended. His most notable performance came on October 12 against the , where he achieved a career-high 14 tackles (10 solo) and forced a fumble in a 30-17 Chiefs victory. He also forced his other fumble of the season in Week 1 against the , alongside 10 tackles. Conner's contributions have bolstered the Chiefs' defense, which ranks fourth in the by allowing 18.1 points per game through 10 contests, helping the team maintain a 5-5 record and third place in the as the season progresses. No injuries or contract extensions have impacted his availability in 2025, allowing consistent participation in both run support and sub-package coverage roles.

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