The first major NFL opportunity could be on the horizon for Nikko Reed .

With cornerback Tarheeb Still unlikely to play this week , according to Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh , that moves the undrafted free agent into the mix in the secondary in Week 9 against the Titans.

"I think Nikko Reed will get a real first opportunity, which I'm really excited about," Chargers Defensive Coordinator Jesse Minter said on Wednesday.

While it wouldn't be his official debut — he played one defensive and five special teams snaps in Week 3 against the Broncos — it would mark Reed's first extended run on defense.

And he feels like he's up for the moment in front of him this week.

"I feel great. I'm ready," Reed said on Wednesday. "I've been waiting for this moment, can't wait to exec

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