His best stretch, however, came with the New York Jets. In 2022, Reed emerged as a cornerstone of one of the league’s top pass defenses. Opposing quarterbacks routinely avoided throwing his direction, and when they did, Reed made them pay. His tight coverage, quick recognition and willingness to tackle in space made him a complete defender. He finished that season with multiple interceptions and pass breakups while allowing one of the lowest completion percentages among starting corners.
