49ers report: Eric Reid’s move tops things we learned Thursday

Eric Reid, shown here making a tackle for the 49ers last year against the Carolina Panthers’ Russell Shepard, signed Thursday with the Panthers rather than return to the 49ers. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group)SANTA CLARA — As safety Eric Reid reboots his career with the Carolina Panthers, the 49ers defense marches on without him, while also applauding him.

“I’m happy for him to get a chance on a good Carolina team,” cornerback Richard Sherman said. “He’s a good player and always has been.”

Added linebacker Reuben Foster: “It’s about time they did that. I’m happy. Thank y’all (Panthers) for doing that.”

Reid’s 6 1/2-month wait in free agency didn’t end before the 49ers (1-2) made another run…