Desmond Reid News, Rumors, Updates - Pittsburgh Panthers

Exploring return to CFB Reid is exploring a return to college football after being released by the Bills, per Pete Nakos of On3.com.

Impact Reid signed with Buffalo as an undrafted free agent but ended dup being waived from injured reserve in late June. The 5-foot-8 running back could now return to college as he has a fifth year of eligibility remaining. Reid rushed for 278 yards and two touchdowns on 60 carries across seven games with Pittsburgh last season.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out for bowl game, focused on draft Reid has opted out of Pittsburgh's bowl game to focus on the 2026 NFL Draft, Nathan Breisinger of Pittsburgh Sports Now reports.

Impact Reid declared for the 2026 NFL Draft earlier in December, but his status for Pittsburgh's bowl game was not certain immediately after his declaration. Breisinger's update confirms that the running back will not play in Pitt's upcoming game with East Carolina. Despite injuries affecting him for much of his 2025 season, Reid logged at least 500 all-purpose yards and three touchdowns for a second straight season. 2024 is what will drive his draft stock up. Reid finished the year with 184 carries for 966 yards, 52 receptions for 579 yards and 10 total touchdowns.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

East Carolina is back in the Military Bowl for a 2nd straight year, this time against Pitt

It’s not always easy to sell your fans on a trip to the same bowl two seasons in a row

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Declares for NFL Draft Reid (lower body) announced via social media that he has declares for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Impact Reid has declared for the NFL Draft, however, it is still be determined whether he will play in the bowl game against ECU on Dec. 27. The senior running back was limited to just seven appearances this season, totaling 60 carries for 278 yards and two touchdowns while reeling in 23 receptions for 317 yards and two additional scores. Prior to 2025, the 5-foot-8 ball-carrier has three consecutive season with more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Week 14 Pittsburgh's head coach Pat Narduzzi ultimately felt that Reid (lower body) was unable to go for Saturday's 38-7 loss against Miami, Karl Ludwig of Sports Illustrated reports.

Impact Reid was off Pittsburgh's final injury report for the Miami game, and his availability was backed up by multiple sources. Yet, the Panthers opted not to use him in what was an easy win for Miami. They are bowl-eligible, so Reid will look to finish his collegiate career strong whenever their postseason game is played.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will return vs. No. 12 Miami Reid (lower body) is available for Saturday's game against Miami, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact In what is one of Pittsburgh's toughest games for 2025, the Panthers will have their top offensive player available. In seven games this season, he has averaged just above 8.5 rushing attempts. The question becomes whether or not Reid will surpass said workload against a difficult and demanding Miami team. If he is at 100 percent with no concerns, Pittsburgh would maximize him. Reid's 2025 stats feature just under 600 all-purpose yards and five touchdowns.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Miami Reid (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's game against Miami.

Impact Reid didn't play in Week 13 against Georgia Tech and has been limited to only 18 carries in Pittsburgh's last four games. If he sits out, that'd open up the door for more touches for the likes of Ja'Kyrian Turner and Juelz Goff.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pitt RB Desmond Reid sidelined vs. Georgia Tech, per report | Sporting News The Panthers take a blow before key ACC meeting.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ruled out Saturday Reid (lower body) is out for Saturday's game at Georgia Tech, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Reid, who was injured during last Saturday's loss to Notre Dame, will be forced to miss Week 13 due to that injury. It will be the fourth game he's missed so far in this frustrating, injury-riddled season. Ja'Kyrian Turner is set to lead the Panthers' backfield in Reid's absence.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 13 Reid (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's game at Georgia Tech.

Impact Injuries have plagued Reid's 2025 season, and a lower-body problem may dent his campaign even further. This year has seen the running back log almost 600 yards of offense and five touchdowns despite his injury troubles. While healthy, Reid is Pittsburgh's best player, so having him available should make an expected bumpy ride relatively smoother when the Panthers play at Georgia Tech.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Saturday with injury Reid (lower body) limped off the field in the third quarter of Saturday's game versus Notre Dame, Justin Guerriero of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Impact Reid's injury-riddled season continued Saturday as he left the game in the third quarter with a heavy limp. He has not been able to return since he left. Given the fact that the Panthers are already likely out of the game, Reid will likely not risk returning to the field Saturday.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Saturday Reid is "healthy and fresh" ahead of Saturday's game versus Notre Dame, Amanda Godsey of the Johnstown Tribune-Democrat reports.

Impact Reid, who missed Week 10 due to an ankle injury, got healthy over the bye week and will be ready to go for Saturday's very important matchup with Notre Dame. Head coach Pay Narduzzi said that Reid is "healthy and fresh" ahead of the contest. Through six games this season Reid has 570 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns, so his return is obviously a huge deal for the Panthers.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pitt commits 4 turnovers but still beats Stanford handily for 5th straight win Pitt was not at full strength as it entered a pivotal game at Stanford, a win being necessary for the Panthers to stay in the ACC title hunt...

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Set to sit at Stanford Reid (ankle) is out for Saturday's game at Stanford, Stephen Thompson of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Reid went down with an ankle injury last Sunday against NC State, and he was unable to return to the matchup. The starting running back will now be sidelined for his third game of the season. The severity of his injury remains unknown, but he was able to warm up before this game, which bodes well for a return in the next three weeks.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed for warmups Saturday Reid (ankle) is in pads for warmups ahead of Saturday's game at Stanford, Stephen Thompson of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Reid, who is officially a game-time decision for Saturday, is in full pads and catching passes during pregame warmups. It does not guarantee he will be available, but it's certainly a very good sign for his chances to play.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Saturday Reid (ankle) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game at Stanford, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Reid suffered an ankle injury in last week's win over NC State and he spent the rest of the game in a foot on the sidelines. He is now officially a game-time decision for Saturday's contest, meaning the Panthers will decide on his availability during pregame warmups. If he can't go, Ja'Kyrian Turner would be set to lead the backfield.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Status remains up in the air Reid (ankle) remains a question mark for Pittsburgh's clash with Stanford on Saturday, per Owen Lenson of SI.com.

Impact Reid went down with an ankle ailment in the third quarter of Pittsburgh's win over NC State. He proceeded to wear a boot on his left leg on the sidelines for the remainder of the game, and head coach Pat Narduzzi was non-committal when asked about his star tailback's status ahead of Week 10. "Des wants to play. He was feeling good and wanted to play," Narduzzi said. "Des will be fine. We want to get him on the field but we want to keep him healthy." If Reid can't go against the Cardinal, expect J'Kyrian Turner and Juelz Goff to handle the majority of the backfield work for the Panthers.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pitt's Mason Heintschel throws for 423 yards and 3 TDs as the Panthers roll by N.C. State 53-34

Mason Heintschel sets a Pitt freshman record by passing for 423 yards as the Panthers raced by North Carolina State 53-34

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Spotted in boot Reid (ankle) was seen with a boot on his left leg after suffering an injury in Saturday's game versus NC State, Andrea Adelson of ESPN reports.

Impact Reid was helped off the field after hurting his ankle in the second half of Saturday's matchup. He had 13 carries for 41 yards and a touchdown before leaving the game, as well as catching three passes for 28 yards. He is now in danger of missing next week's matchup versus Stanford.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Helped off field Saturday Reid (ankle) was helped off the field during Saturday's game against NC State, Nathan Breisinger of Pittsburgh Sports Now reports.

Impact Reid was down on the field holding his ankle and was helped off the field, so his status for a potential return is uncertain. Reid had 13 carries for 41 yards and a touchdown, as well as three catches for 28 receiving yards, before exiting the contest.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns vs NC State Reid (undisclosed) is back on the field in Saturday's matchup versus NC State, per Abby Schnable of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Impact Reid briefly exited the game in the first quarter with an undisclosed injury but is seemingly healthy. Across his first five outings this season, he has carried the ball 42 times for 225 yards and a touchdown.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Saturday Reid (undisclosed) was spotted on the sideline without a helmet after a trip to the medical tent during Saturday's matchup versus NC State, per Mitch Corcoran of SI.com.

Impact Reid exited the game in the first quarter of Saturday's game, and the severity of his injury is currently unclear. If he can't return to the game, Ja'Kyrian Turner should take over as the team's top running back.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in limited capacity Reid (lower body) compiled six rushes for 38 yards during Saturday's 30-13 victory against Syracuse.

Impact Reid has been dealing with a lower body injury over the last month, and while he suited up against Syracuse, he saw merely six touches. Ja'Kyrian Turner led the team in carries (15) while Juelz Goff saw seven carries.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in limited capacity Reid (lower body) compiled six rushes for 38 yards during Saturday's 30-13 victory against Syracuse.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed for warmups Reid (lower body) is on the field and dressed for warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus Syracuse, Pittsburgh Sports Now reports.

Impact Reid was deemed a game-time call for Saturday's tilt, so it's no huge surprise that he's on the field partaking in warmups. Reid is notably sporting some extra tape in warmups, and more information on his status should surface closer to kickoff. If available, Reid should be a huge weapon out of the backfield for the Panthers, totaling 36 carries for 187 yards and a touchdown and 14 grabs for another 226 yards and two touchdowns through four games this season.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DESMOND REID NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

East Carolina is back in the Military Bowl for a 2nd straight year, this time against Pitt

Pitt's Mason Heintschel throws for 423 yards and 3 TDs as the Panthers roll by N.C. State 53-34