I watched the entire AFCCG again, and you know what non-Chris Jones player made the most plays yesterday on defense?
Justin Reid.
I am increasingly getting to the space where Justin Reid might have to be considered part of what makes this three-peating team so damn special.
He's a legit triple threat:
1. He is invaluable in the locker room. Part of the reason, we have to assume, that all of these young secondary players have developed so well is because of Reid's tutelage. He's a smart guy who is a beloved leader in the secondary, specifically namecalled by the younger players in interviews.
2. The value he brings on the field. He blitzes, he breaks for the flats, he is a smart reader on the field of offensive formations, he covers, he hits like a truck. And he's a valuable player on special teams, an edge rusher for the FG blocking unit, and an emergency kicker.
3. His position is one of need. Without him, the Chiefs have Jadyn Hicks (who we all like and see as promising) and Bryan Cook, who is probably the least-good starter on our defense right now. Chamarri Conner plays safety as well, but Conner is purely a box safety when he's played in that position. [Reply]
At the time that we signed him, I didn't think that he would be able to fill the shoes of the Honey Badger. But he's done great. I would love to see him get an extension. [Reply]
I’m kind of meh on him, but there’s no denying that he’s been good for us. The thing about safety play is that it’s kinda like offensive line - you’re really only noticing the guy when he fucked up. [Reply]
Originally Posted by jjchieffan:
At the time that we signed him, I didn't think that he would be able to fill the shoes of the Honey Badger. But he's done great. I would love to see him get an extension.
He's kinda... better?
They play the position differently, but I much prefer how Reid works within Spags system. He's another jack of all trades player that Spags loves. He doesn't get many turnovers but there isn't really a gaping weakness in his game. Just solid at everything, plays smart football. [Reply]
Justin is a very very good person. We fail to make that a priority. He is not just a good person and amazing athlete he is smarter than a circus pony and is a fantastic example for kids [Reply]
Originally Posted by Bl00dyBizkitz:
He's kinda... better?
They play the position differently, but I much prefer how Reid works within Spags system. He's another jack of all trades player that Spags loves. He doesn't get many turnovers but there isn't really a gaping weakness in his game. Just solid at everything, plays smart football.
He also doesn’t let his emotions take him out of a game, like Mathieu did occasionally. [Reply]
Originally Posted by ThaVirus:
My wife loves him for some reason.
I’m kind of meh on him, but there’s no denying that he’s been good for us. The thing about safety play is that it’s kinda like offensive line - you’re really only noticing the guy when he ****ed up.
I could be wrong, and I freaking love Justin Reid, but I think the writing on the wall when we drafted Jaden Hicks. Extend both McDuffie and Karlaftis ASAP and see what you have left to work with. [Reply]