Still only 28, Reid should have plenty left in the tank physically. He started all 16 games for the Panthers last year, notching 130 tackles, six passes defended and four sacks as he was often used as a blitzer.
The NFL has clearly changed its tune from a few years ago, but Kaepernick and Reid don’t feel it is nearly enough.
Texans' safety Justin Reid expressed his belief that Colin Kaepernick and his brother Eric Reid have not been given a 'fair opportunity' to rejoin the NFL due to kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality.
Now into June, there remain many NFL players in free agency who can still help teams. These 25 free agents are among the best players still available.
Two former Pro Bowl QBs are available as potential low-cost options. Meanwhile, a couple of strong defenders have found less-than-stellar markets and could end up being bargains.
The NFL knows the exclusion of Colin Kaepernick continues to be a popular talking point from those inclined to criticize the league, and for good reason, Mike Tunison writes.
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