Jim Reid: A Massachusetts Legend

Every family has a walking history or storybook. That person usually holds court at every occasion and can recall vivid, vibrant details at a moment's notice. None of the stories are overbearing, and everyone wants to sit and listen. Every family member appears in one of the stories, and it's considered a badge or trophy to have their story told.

At Boston College, the football team is considered an extended form of a family, and defensive ends coach Jim Reid is that storytelling legend. He's a wealth of knowledge with five decades' worth of coaching experience, but he's also a pivotal part of the culture fostered within the coaching room. This year, Reid shifted to focusing on coaching the…