JUSTIN REID #21 - SAFETY - NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
72  TCKL  •
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#21 - SAFETY - NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
72 TCKL
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Different role for Justin Reid? Competition at LB? Training camp questions at every position for Texans' defense New defensive coordinator Lovie Smith is trying to fix a Texans defense that ranked 30th in defensive DVOA in 2020.
JULY 12, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Back to full health Reid (thumb) participated in OTAs and will be a key member of the Texans' secondary in 2021, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.
Impact Reid suffered a season-ending thumb injury in Week 14 of the 2020 campaign, but he is now back to full health. The fourth-year safety is entering the final season of his rookie contract and will be relied upon as a leader of the defensive unit after an offseason that featured plenty of turnover in Houston. Reid's passes defended and interceptions have dipped each year that he has been in the league, so he'll look to change that trend in 2021.
JULY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Texans S coach Greg Jackson predicts Justin Reid will 'rise up' in new defense Houston Texans safeties coach Greg Jackson believes that safety Justin Reid will have a good season in the new Tampa 2 scheme.
JUNE 16, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Texans GM Nick Caserio excited to have S Justin Reid on the roster Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio is pleased to have safety Justin Reid on the roster and is anxious to see what he can produce in...
JUNE 14, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
"Make plays": DB Justin Reid enthused about 2021 Justin Reid will be counted on to help anchor the back end of the Houston Texans defense in 2021.
JUNE 14, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Justin Reid offers glimpse of a defensive emphasis for 2021 Houston Texans defensive back Justin Reid met with the media Friday, and shared one of the main points of emphasis defensive coordinator Lov...
APRIL 23, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Transcripts: Justin Reid Press Conference (4-23-2021) Houston Texans defensive back Justin Reid spoke with the media on Friday, April 23, 2021.
APRIL 23, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Black History Moment: Justin Reid Black History Moment: Houston Texans safety Justin Reid.
FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Black History Moment: Justin Reid Black History Moment: Houston Texans safety Justin Reid.
FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • NFL.COM
Enters final year of deal Reid (thumb) finished 2020 with 83 tackles, two sacks and three passes defensed.
Impact Reid got caught up in the malaise of Houston's 30th-ranked defense before he suffered a season-ending thumb injury Week 14. He acknowledged missed tackles and overthinking in an interview with Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, but he turned it around Week 11 against New England. Pro Football Focus graded him 60th among safeties following a 2019 season when he graded ninth. Reid is expected to return for the final season of his four-year contract and is eligible to sign an extension.
JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Done for season The Texans placed Reid (thumb) on injured reserve Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Reid underwent surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his thumb Tuesday, causing him to miss the remainder of the 2020 season. The Stanford product had a strong 2020 campaign, racking up 83 tackles (62 solo), two sacks and three pass break 13 ups through 13 games. While Reid will hit the recovery trail, A.J. Moore and Lonnie Johnson are the top candidates to start at strong safety, while Jonathan Owens figures to play a role as well.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Undergoes successful surgery Reid underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his thumb Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Reid will begin rehabbing soon and is expected to make a full recovery. The 2018 third-round pick will be placed on injured reserve soon. Moving forward, A.J. Moore and Lonnie Johnson are the top candidates to start at strong safety, while Jonathan Owens figures to play a role as well.
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Has thumb injury Reid suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his thumb in Sunday's loss to the Bears, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Reid's injury was initially reported as a hand injury, so this account provides more detail. He will be placed on injured reserve and eventually undergo surgery. The Texans are expected to replace Reid with a combination of Eric Murray, Lonnie Johnson and A.J. Moore.
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Done for season Reid has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a hand injury, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Reid injured his hand in the first half of Sunday's loss to the Bears. He was ultimately able to return to the contest, but it appears the issue is more serious than first expected. The 23-year-old will finish the 2020 campaign with 75 tackles (54 solo), two sacks and four passes defended. In his absence, A.J. Moore will be the prime candidate to replace him at strong safety.
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Smith leaves Washington's game with right leg issue

Alex Smith left Washington’s game against the San Francisco 49ers with soreness and tightness in his right leg, which he broke in two places in November 2018, sidelining him for ne...
DECEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Trubisky outplays Watson, Bears stop skid, beat Texans 36-7

Mitchell Trubisky outplayed Deshaun Watson in their first meeting since they entered the NFL by throwing for three touchdowns and the Chicago Bears snapped a six-game losing streak...
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press
Returns from hand injury Reid (hand) returned to Sunday's loss to the Bears.
Impact The 23-year-old exited during the first half with a hand injury, but he was able to retake the field after halftime. Reid finished the contest with four total tackles and one pass defensed.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Logs second sack Reid had eight tackles, a sack and two quarterback hits in Week 12's 41-25 win over the Lions.
Impact Reid had gone his entire career without a sack, but the third-year safety posted sacks in each of the last two games. He also made a stop on a fourth-and-one fullback dive early in the fourth quarter. The stop on downs gave Houston the ball on the Detroit side of the field, and one play later, Deshaun Watson hooked up with Will Fuller for a 34-yard touchdown. Reid has 71 stops on the season and needs 18 more over the final five games to establish a new career high.
NOVEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Justin Reid shines on defense in win over Patriots | Daily Brew S Justin Reid had a big day for the Texans in their 27-20 triumph over New England.
NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Justin Reid shines on defense in win over Patriots S Justin Reid had a big day for the Texans in their 27-20 triumph over New England.
NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Notches first career sack Reid posted nine tackles (seven solo) and a sack in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Patriots.
Impact Reid took down Cam Newton in the fourth quarter to record the first sack of his career. The 2018 third-round pick also posted his highest tackle count since Week 2, putting together a solid fantasy day. Reid is averaging 6.3 tackles per game this season and is on pace to record 100 tackles for the first time in his career.
NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Watson, Watt lead Houston to 27-20 win over New England

Deshaun Watson threw for 344 yards and accounted for three touchdowns, and J
NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • Associated Press
Cleveland Browns: Texans safety Justin Reid is the perfect trade deadline target If he's available, Justin Reid would be perfect for the Cleveland Browns The NFL trade deadline is November 3rd, and fans are wondering whet...
OCTOBER 24, 2020 • DAWGPOUNDDAILY.COM

Interim coach Crennel takes blame for Texans loss in OT

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OCTOBER 19, 2020 • Associated Press
S Justin Reid TITANS VS TEXANS Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020
OCTOBER 18, 2020 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM
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