Desmond Reid

Desmond Reid (born July 29, 2004) is an American professional football running back. He played college football for the Western Carolina Catamounts and the Pittsburgh Panthers.

Early life Reid attended Miramar High School in Miramar, Florida, and committed to play college football for the Western Carolina Catamounts.

College career Western Carolina As a freshman in 2022, Reid rushed for 826 yards and four touchdowns on 119 carries, while also hauling in 21 receptions for 212 yards and a touchdown, earning SoCon freshman of the year honors. In week 5 of the 2023 season, he rushed 18 times for 167 yards and a career-high five touchdowns in a win over The Citadel. In the 2023 season, Reid rushed 131 times for 897 yards and 13 touchdowns, while also adding 21 receptions for 283 yards. After the season, he entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal. Heading into the 2024 season, he was named the Panthers starting running back. In the 2024 season opener, Reid notched 231 all-purpose yards, including a 78-yard punt return touchdown and a 46-yard rushing touchdown in a win over Kent State.

Professional career

On May 8, 2026, Reid signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent. He was waived by Buffalo on June 11 with an injury designation.