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Remaining with Browns Reid signed his exclusive-rights free-agent tender with Cleveland on Monday.

Impact Reid didn't play at all last season after suffering a back injury in late August. However, the Weber State product worked his way up to a pretty big role as a rookie in 2024, though most of his work came on special teams. If Reid is back to full health and is able to make the roster ahead of the upcoming campaign, he'll likely reprise his role as a depth option and special-teamer.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Tendered by Cleveland The Browns placed an exclusive rights free agent tender on Reid (back) on Wednesday.

Impact After appearing in 16 regular-season games as a rookie in 2024, Reid missed the entire 2025 campaign with a back injury he suffered last summer. Reid will compete for a job under the Browns' new coaching staff this offseason.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 18 Reid (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact Reid was limited in practice all week but won't be activated from injured reserve in time for Sunday's regular-season finale. He'll end up missing the entire 2025 campaign after appearing in 16 contests last season.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be activated for Week 17 Reid (back) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Reid's practice window opened Dec. 17, but the linebacker has been unable to get back on the field since suffering a back injury in the Browns' preseason finale against the Rams. Now that he has been ruled out for Week 17, the 26-year-old's only shot to play regular-season football this year will be in a Week 18 matchup against the Bengals.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Harold Fannin Jr. and Dillon Gabriel questionable for Week 17 | Injury Report David Njoku and Winston Reid are out against the Steelers

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Out for Week 16 Reid (back) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bills, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Reid opened the Browns' week of practice with consecutive DNPs, so it's no surprise he won't return for the Week 16 contest. While the 26-year-old remains sidelined, expect Devin Bush to operate as the Browns' top strongside linebacker.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Designated to return Reid (back) was designated to return from the injured reserve list Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact The 26-year-old has missed all 14 of the Browns' games this season after being placed on IR with a back issue in late August. However, it now appears he's nearing a return. Once fully healthy, Reid is likely to play a reserve role in the Browns' linebacker corps.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR Reid (back) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact After playing 16 games with the Browns as an undrafted rookie in 2024, Reid made the team again in 2025 but will miss at least the first four games of the year. His primary utility will be on special teams once he returns.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined by back injury Reid (back) didn't practice Thursday, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Reid is nursing a back injury ahead of Saturday's preseason finale against the Rams. He's likely to reprise his role as a depth option at linebacker for the regular season after recording 23 tackles (15 solo) last season.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs deal with Cleveland Reid signed his exclusive-rights free agent tender with the Browns on Tuesday.

Impact Reid will return to the Browns after entering the offseason as a free agent. The linebacker played in 16 regular-season games with Cleveland in 2024, recording 23 total tackles (15 solo), including 0.5 sacks, while also adding two passes defensed and a fumble recovery. Reid will likely operate as a depth option at middle linebacker behind Jordan Hicks (concussion) in 2025.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleveland Browns Tender Two Restricted Free Agents The Cleveland Browns announced that they are tendering offers to two restricted free agents, linebacker Winston Reid and tight end Blake Whi...

MARCH 4, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Winston Reid honors late mother during NFL's My Cause My Cleats campaign The rookie linebacker aims to spread awareness for breast cancer with his custom cleats

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Gets significant role Sunday Reid recorded eight tackles (four solo) and two passes defensed during Sunday's 34-13 loss at Washington.

Impact After starter Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (undisclosed) left Sunday's contest early, Reid was thrust into the biggest role he's seen in his young career so far, and he filled in admirably. If both Owusu-Koramoah and Jordan Hicks (elbow) end up sitting out in Week 6, Reid would again be in line for an increased workload.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signed from practice squad The Browns signed Reid to the active roster from the practice squad Saturday, Brad Stainbrook of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Reid earns a spot on Cleveland's 53-man roster, which has linebackers Tony Fields (ankle) and Mohamoud Diabate (hip) on IR until at least mid-October. Sunday's matchup against Jacksonville will be telling as to Reid's role, but it's probable he contributes mostly on special teams while holding down a reserve role on defense.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Weber State notebook: Reid debuts in NFL, basketball games added, soccer wins exhibition Winston Reid's effort to become the next NFL player from Weber State took its first step Saturday when he suited up with the Cleveland Brown...

AUGUST 11, 2024 • STANDARD.NET