The Bears waived Reed on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Reed played 38 offensive snaps during the preseason and completed 11 of 17 passes for 107 scoreless yards. He could be a candidate for the practice squad if he clears waivers.
Austin Reed: Everything you need to know
Austin Reed
QB
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Austin Reed Career Stats
Austin Reed Game Log 2025
Austin Reed Player Profile and Salary
Birthdate
2/22/2000 (26)
Status
UFA
HT/WT
6'1", 214 lbs
Birthplace
St. Augustine Beach, FL, USA
Position
QB
College
Western Kentucky
Experience
1 season
Career History
Chicago Bears
2024-2026
(2 seasons)
Austin Reed: Breaking News
Stays in Windy City
Reed signed a reserve/future contract with the Bears on Monday, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports. Reed signed with Chicago as an undrafted free agent out of Western Kentucky, but he was unable to earn a spot on the team's 53-man roster. Instead, he spent the past season on their practice squad. He'll now have another chance to earn a spot with Chicago again in 2025.