During his press conference on Thursday, Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jaden Hicks praised former teammate Justin Reid for preparing him for a more significant role in the 2025 season.
“I think I’m a lot more comfortable this year, there’s obviously still room to grow, still room to learn, but I think J (Justin) Reid was a great help,” Hicks said, “He helped me get everything under myself, and just keep stacking the days, keep getting better each day. And I think that’s the most important thing for this year.
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Reid finished his last season in Kansas City with 81 combined tackles (55 solo) and two interceptions. He agreed to a three-year, $31.5 million deal with the New Orleans Saints, including $22.25 million in fully guaranteed salary.
“Obviously I’m kind of playing the role that he was playing this year, he really did a great job taking me under his wing,” said Hicks. “Being savvy, knowing how to disguise his defense a lot, and that’s a big part of our scheme. He did a really good job with that. And, just setting a good example for what I should look up to.”
Hicks finished his rookie season with 29 total tackles, three tackles for loss, along with five pass deflections and three interceptions. He will look to do more with a bigger role expected in 2025.
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