Ed Reed, a name synonymous with pro football excellence and defensive prowess, has entered a new chapter in his life. The Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Baltimore Ravens player was inducted as a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.
The fraternity proudly announced his induction into the Grambling (LA) Alumni Chapter of Official social media account On Saturday, it represents a milestone that will reverberate beyond the field.
Reed started on the KS 7 Strong Stones line that included John Goldsmith, Justin Onwuzolek, Etan Gibson, Edward Reed, Willie Miller, Donte Jackson and Jimmy Wade.
Reid’s journey to this prestigious membership reflects the discipline and leadership he has demonstrated throughout his illustrious football career. Born Edward Earl Reed Jr. on September 11, 1978, he rose to fame as an exceptional safety in the National Football League (NFL), leaving a legacy largely defined by his time with the Baltimore Ravens. Before the NFL, Reed starred at the University of Miami, where he was a key player on the 2001 national championship team and was named a unanimous All-American.
Drafted by the Ravens in the first round of the 2002 NFL Draft, Reed’s career spanned 11 seasons with Baltimore before brief stints with the Houston Texans and New York Jets in 2013. On the field, Reed was respected for his instinct, agility and play. – Change plays. He was selected to nine Pro Bowls, and in 2004, he was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year, a testament to his unparalleled defensive prowess. Reid’s career culminated in a Super Bowl win in 2013, when the Ravens defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII.
Reed’s record-breaking moments remain etched in the history books: He has the longest interception returns in NFL history — 106 yards in 2004 and 107 yards in 2008 — and the NFL’s all-time record for interception return yards at 1,590. His postseason interceptions ( nine in total) is tied for the most in league history. Upon retirement, Reid’s 64 career interceptions placed him sixth on the NFL’s all-time list.
Induction into Kappa Alpha Psi reflects Reid’s commitment to excellence beyond football. Founded in 1911, the fraternity celebrates leadership, service and achievement. Reid’s induction highlights his dedication to community service and mentorship, qualities that align with Kappa Alpha Psi’s values.
