According to Ben Standig of The Athletic, the Redskins are expected to release Reed in the near future, clearing out $8.5 million in cap space in the process. The 30-year-old visited with the Seahawks back in March, but he'll probably be looking for a team that has a greater need for a pass-catching tight end.
Reed was once considered a Fantasy tight end on the rise, especially after his 2015 season when he averaged 17.4 PPR points per game and played 14 games, but injuries never allowed him to fulfill his potential. All Rights Reserved.Reed visited the Seahawks on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.It's hard to see where Reed would fit with a team that signed Greg Olsen last month. Keep an eye on where he lands, and he could be worth a late-round pick, at best, in deeper leagues.Reed said Wednesday that he "100 percent" intends to continue his NFL career after he cleared the league's concussion protocol, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.Reed has a long history with head injuries and spent nearly the past six months in the protocol after suffering his most recent concussion in the third week of the preseason. ' + ComplianceHelper.getPromptText() + 'Though Peterson continues to defy "Father Time" and prove doubters wrong, it would be naive to overlook his age and not wonder if 2020 is the year he finally shows signs of being human.If, and when Reed will suit up next for the Redskins seems more uncertain than ever.Beginning with the veteran, Peterson, PFF believes that the success of the unit will still go through him. He's rushed for 1,940 yards and 12 touchdowns while only missing one game.On Monday, Bleacher Report released a list of names for the Washington Football Team for fans to vote on, but besides the previously noted Redtails and Red Hogs, Metropolitans arose as a new possible alternative. While many have become loyal to their favorite replacement names already, Metropolitans and others could continue to arise as new fan-favorites. Monday's contest against the Bears will mark the 34th time during Reed's NFL tenure that he will be unable to play due to injury. While Red Wolves, Warriors and Redtails have emerged as favorites for the Washington Football Team’s new nickname, other names are popping up –– including the recently coined D.C. Metropolitans.The hypothetical logo showcases a burgundy and gold Metro car riding above the team and city name. PFF did not even get into the back end of the depth chart, but more questions lurk there. Now having received medical clearance, and with a fresh start likely around the corner, Reed's coveted abilities as a pass catcher should garner real interest from clubs around the league, though his concussion concerns will probably make it difficult for him to secure a contract with significant guaranteed money. While his history of concussions and other injuries is worrisome, the soon-to-be 30-year-old tight end should at least be able to find an opportunity to compete for a role.Three NFL teams have expressed interest in signing Reed, who wants to play football in 2020, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.Reed's concussion history, among other medical issues, led to retirement speculation after Washington released him in February.