Eric Reid has finally found a new home.
The former 49ers safety has signed with the Panthers, the team announced Thursday morning.
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) September 27, 2018
“Eric has been a starting safety in the NFL and has played at a high level throughout his career,” Panthers general manager Marty Hurney said. “After we put (safety) Da’Norris Searcy on injured reserve, Ron (Rivera) and I discussed our options, and Eric was at the top of our list. He is a physical safety with good ball skills and play-making ability.