Ryan Reed's Sportswriter Profile

Ryan Reed

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Reggie Bush: Don't Give Up On Him Yet
October 17, 2009

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The Five Saints Most Deserving Induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
August 6, 2009

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Saintly Hope: A Soldier's Story
June 19, 2009

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New Orleans Saints Ready To Shock and Awe
June 14, 2009

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I am New Orleans born and bred, although I've spent a large part of my life outside the city as well. New Orleans will always be home, though.

I Inherited the Saints and wouldn't have it any other way. I know I say it every year, but this really is the year. I can't wait to see black and gold in the Superbowl and won't settle for anything less.

I am currently a soldier in the United States Army stationed in Iraq once again. I've been in for 10 years now and plan to finish my career in another 10. For those who have also served, my hat's off. For those who haven't, there are many ways to contribute, so never look down on yourself. Soldiers certainly don't, and we appreciate the support.

I am married to an amazing woman that makes me feel lucky every day I am with her. I have three children, two from my first marriage and one with this one. My family comes first in my life ahead of all else as it should be.

I'm a sports enthusiast. I play football, basketball, baseball, softball, rugby, soccer, volleyball etc. You name it, I either play it or am just looking for the opportunity to. Having said that, this has been a sad year for me in sports that has seen two amazing players leave my favorite teams: Deuce McAllister and Christiano Ronaldo.

At least in the case of Deuce, he has left the backfield in very capable hands, but Manch doesn't really have an answer for Ronaldo (He's just not someone that can be replaced.)

This is my first stab at writing. I've always liked writing and have attempted a few projects (novels, short stories, little things really), but I've never found something I really enjoyed like this. Perhaps I'll continue to pursue this. Gonna need something to do when I retire ;)

In any case, that's me.

Favorite Athletes

Barry Sanders, Reggie Bush, Chris Paul
Favorite Sports Teams

New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Hornets, LSU
Favorite Coaches

Jim Mora, Sean Payton, Phil Jackson
All-Time Sports Moment

At the Saints return to the Superdome after its rebuilding, the blocked punt by Gleason. That one play set the tone for the entire season.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Saints versus Pittsburg, the season the Saints went to the Champion ship game. I was in PA on leave from Iraq. I went to the game and was one of like 5 fans in the stadium. If Copper hadn't fumbled, we'd have left with a win.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Dan Marino's record. If Drew couldn't break it, no one will. The odds of the Saints throwing the ball that much again just aren't that good, especially with a better defense.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth. The man called his shot!
Unitas or Montana?

Montana, he set the bar for generations of quarterbacks to shoot for.
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan, no contest. Although Lebron may give him a run.
Gretzky or Orr?

Too close to call.
Pele or Maradona?

Pele, best foot in football.
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras WAS tennis during a time when competition was very heavy.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus did it all with far less technology in his golf bag.
Petty or Earnhardt?

You just gotta love Tom, he's what a car driver is supposed to look and sound like.
ACC, Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, Pac-12 or SEC?

SEC!!!!!!! The most dominant division in college for good reason.

Richard Bowler posted 1211 days ago

If you have time Check out my Mock Draft
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/350000-nfl-mock-draft-2010-version-30
Suzette Lampard Brantley posted 1335 days ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/276131-a-second-helping-of-saints-gumbo

cajun cooking
Suzette Lampard Brantley posted 1390 days ago

Here ya go Soldier boy!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243068-nfl-cheerleadersbehind-the-scenes-iii
Suzette Lampard Brantley posted 1400 days ago

Can this really be happening?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237791-new-orleans-saintsjason-david-out-john-carney-in
Richard O'Neal posted 1410 days ago

Just finished a very important article on anger in sports. Please help me to get the message out by reading and commenting on this article.

Thanks!

ro

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231946-anger-in-sports-a-look-back-over-my-time
Keith Brantley posted 1415 days ago

Hey Ryan,

I have written a news piece and would really appreciate your thoughts if you have time? It is also a little first hand hometown news for you.

Thanks in advance.

Keith

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228962-saints-d-shows-up-at-camp#comments
Keith Brantley posted 1421 days ago

Hey Ryan, thx for serving, I am also a vet. 13B, US~ARMY. I wrote a very short piece of satire and woiuld really appreciate your thoughts.

Keith

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/224765-my-dear-jane-letter-to-baseball-and-basketball
Suzette Lampard Brantley posted 1457 days ago

I am assuming you're also a Tiger fan!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/203939-a-fathers-day-gift-like-no-other
Bleacher Report posted 1459 days ago

Welcome to the Saints community.
I loved your latest article about the Saints and I recently wrote an article that was sort of on the same topic at http://bleacherreport.com/articles/201803-the-importance-of-sports-how-the-saints-helped-new-orleans-to-recover.
I host a Saints podcast at www.saintspodcast.webs.com along with another B/R Saints writer named Will Osgood.
If you have Skype, I would love to have you on.
Paul Augustin, Jr. posted 1464 days ago

The way I see it, the Saints need to win a Super Bowl in three years or less.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/199225-fleur-de-lis-fever-saints-window-of-opportunity-is-t-minus-three-years