Well that was quick! Ed Reed cleared waivers yesterday afternoon following his release by the Texans and today he signed with the Jets. He’s now reunited with Rex Ryan. I’ve seen mixed reactions — what do you think Jets fans?!
Details after the jump…
Via ESPN:
The Jets announced that Reed will practice with the team Thursday. He will wear No. 22 with the Jets, who released linebacker Ricky Sapp to clear a roster spot.
Reed played for Jets coach Rex Ryan when Ryan served as defensive coordinator with the Baltimore Ravens (2002-08). Ryan once called Reed “the best safety that’s ever played.”
Reed is familiar with Ryan’s system, his defensive coordinator (former Ravens assistant Dennis Thurman) and the team’s lead safety, Dawan Landry, another ex-Raven.
On Wednesday, Ryan sounded intrigued by Reed’s availability, acknowledging that he and general manager John Idzik discussed the player. People close to the situation questioned whether Idzik would sign off on it. Idzik, hired last January to rebuild the team, is operating from a long-term plan.
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