Ed Reed
Inducted:
2019
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
205 lb (93 kg)
Born:
September 11, 1978
St. Rose, Louisiana, U.S.
Position:
Safety
College:
Miami (1997–2001)
Ed Reed is widely regarded as one of the greatest safeties in NFL history. Born in 1978, he was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2002 NFL Draft. Known for his unmatched instincts, field vision, and playmaking ability, Reed became the centerpiece of Baltimore’s dominant defense. His knack for reading quarterbacks and turning interceptions into game-changing returns made him a constant threat.
Reed finished his career with 64 interceptions, seven defensive touchdowns, and over 1,500 interception return yards — the most in NFL history. A fierce leader and student of the game, he helped the Ravens capture Super Bowl XLVII in 2013. Reed’s intelligence, anticipation, and versatility set the standard for the safety position, influencing generations of defenders after him.
His remarkable career earned him induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019.
Reed's Awards and Honors
- Super Bowl champion (XLVII)
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2004)
- NFL Alumni Defensive Back of the Year (2008)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (2004, 2006–2008, 2010)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2003, 2009, 2011)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2003, 2004, 2006–2012)
- 3× NFL interceptions leader
NFL Records
- Most career interception return yards: 1,590
- Longest interception return: 107 yards
- Most career postseason interceptions: 9 (tied)
- Most seasons leading league in interceptions: 3
NFL Teams
Baltimore Ravens (2002–2012)
Houston Texans (2013)
New York Jets (2013)
NFL Draft:
2002: 1st round, 24th overall pick
Baltimore Ravens
Number Worn:
20, 22
NFL Stats
Seasons:
12 (2002–2013)
Games Played:
174
Game Started:
169
Interceptions:
64
Interception yards:
1,590
Pass deflections:
139
Total tackles:
646
Forced fumbles:
11
Fumble recoveries:
13
Sacks:
6
Defensive touchdowns:
13