It’s only fitting that the same will be true in retirement.
Reed’s career officially came to a close Thursday when he signed a one-day contract to retire as a Raven, and the playmaking safety indicated that he’s not entirely sure what’s next for him. The one certainty, however, is that he’ll remain close to the game that he played so well for 12 NFL seasons.
“You’ve probably heard me say I was born to play football,” Reed said. “That’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, is that I’m going to be around football. Football is in my blood.