Ed Reed returns to Miami as Chief of Staff

Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed is returning to Miami as Chief of Staff, pending the completion of a standard background check, the university announced Thursday.

Reed will work alongside head coach Manny Diaz in an advisory role, assisting with strategic planning, quality control, operations, player evaluation, and player development.

"We are thrilled to welcome Ed back to Coral Gables," Diaz said in a statement. "He is not only one of the most decorated players in Miami football history but also a devoted Cane who cares deeply about this program. All of our players, coaches, and staff will be fortunate to tap into his experience, knowledge, and passion on a regular basis."

Reed played for the Hurricanes from 1997-01, earning consensus All-American selections in his final two campaigns. He was one of the biggest stars on the 2001 Miami team that oozed NFL talent and won the national championship, and was responsible for one of the most memorable halftime speeches in program history against Florida State.

Reed, 41, retired from the NFL in 2015, though he didn't play at all in 2014. He spent one season coaching in the league, working for the Buffalo Bills in 2016 as an assistant defensive backs coach.

A nine-time Pro Bowler, Reed was the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2004. The Louisiana native spent most of his career with the Baltimore Ravens and led the NFL in interceptions three times.