When Justin Reid left the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2025 offseason, he thought he was heading home—to New Orleans, to family, and to a promising new chapter with the Saints. But just weeks into his fresh start, that dream is unraveling. According to multiple reports, Reid attempted to contact Andy Reid—his former head coach—over 20 times, desperate for a conversation, clarity, or maybe just a familiar voice. None of those calls were answered.
At first glance, it might sound dramatic. But for Justin Reid, this wasn’t just about football—it was about loyalty, legacy, and regret. He left a dynasty, a locker room filled with championship DNA, and a quarterback named Patrick Mahomes. He arrived in New Orleans to find a crumbling quarterback situation, led by Derek Carr’s sudden retirement due to a shoulder injury. What was supposed to be a smooth transition quickly turned into a chaotic reset.
Reid had every reason to believe in the Saints when he signed his 3-year, $31.5 million contract. Carr was healthy, the defense was aggressive, and he’d be returning to his hometown. But without Carr, the team is now scrambling to find stability with rookies and backups who’ve never taken a regular-season NFL snap. For a veteran like Reid, the frustration is mounting.
Sources close to the situation say Justin’s calls to Andy Reid weren’t just about returning to Kansas City. “He wanted advice. He wanted to hear, ‘You did the right thing,’” said one insider. “But Andy didn’t pick up.”
And maybe that silence says it all.
During his time with the Chiefs, Justin Reid was a key part of their Super Bowl-winning defense. He earned two rings, made 265 tackles, and broke up 23 passes. But more than the stats, he had built trust in the Chiefs’ culture—something that can’t be replaced overnight.
Now, in New Orleans, Reid is staring at a long, uncertain season. The Saints are in transition, with no clear path to contention. Meanwhile, the Chiefs remain stacked and focused on another Lombardi run.
The NFL is a business—but it’s also personal. And for Justin Reid, this might be the hardest lesson of his career: sometimes, the grass isn’t greener—it’s just unfamiliar. And the silence from a mentor you once trusted can echo louder than any crowd.
Is there still a way back? Only Andy Reid knows. But for now, Justin is left with 20 unanswered calls… and one enormous what-if.
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