He remains the single season record holder for solo tackles with 101 (1986) and is still tied for the most fumbles recovered in a game - 3 vs Ohio state.
He began the study of martial arts after his Rookie season with the Atlanta Falcons in January 1988.
At the completion of his NFL career he chose to continue being an athlete and a teacher by opening a martial arts school initially named the Chinese Shaolin Center for the Martial Arts in 1993.
The school teaches Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Krav Maga and Kuntao/Silat to adults and specializes in the Personal Development of Kids ages 5–12.
Mr. Reid also founded MasterReid.com where he works with youth, life coaches and speaks to groups in conjunction with his martial arts responsibilities.