Brooks Reed is a former American football player who played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on February 28, 1987, in Tucson, Arizona, and attended the University of Arizona, where he played college football for the Arizona Wildcats.
Reed began his professional career in 2011 when he was drafted by the Houston Texans in the second round of the NFL Draft. He played for the Texans for four seasons, from 2011 to 2014, and was known for his versatility and ability to play both defensive end and outside linebacker positions. During his time with the Texans, Reed recorded 14.5 sacks, 120 tackles, and two forced fumbles.
In 2015, Reed signed with the Atlanta Falcons as a free agent. He played for the Falcons for three seasons, from 2015 to 2017, and was a key player in the team's defense. During his time with the Falcons, Reed recorded seven sacks, 60 tackles, and one forced fumble.
In 2018, Reed signed with the Arizona Cardinals as a free agent. He played for the Cardinals for two seasons, from 2018 to 2019, and was primarily used as a backup linebacker. During his time with the Cardinals, Reed recorded two sacks, 16 tackles, and one forced fumble.
In 2020, Reed signed with the Tennessee Titans as a free agent. He played for the Titans for one season, in 2020, and was primarily used as a backup linebacker and special teams player. During his time with the Titans, Reed recorded one sack, 12 tackles, and one forced fumble.
Overall, Reed played in the NFL for ten seasons, from 2011 to 2020, and recorded 25.5 sacks, 208 tackles, and six forced fumbles. He was known for his toughness, work ethic, and versatility, and was a valuable player for every team he played for. After the 2020 season, Reed announced his retirement from professional football.
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