Why should San Francisco 49ers fans expect a bounce-back season in 2016 from veteran safety Eric Reid?
Well, because defensive coordinator Jim O’Neil recently mentioned and gave high praise to Reid as a key piece within his best-11 group on his defensive unit, per the teams website.
Secondly, Reid should be highly motivated.
Why? Two things — first, Reid enters a contract year and the 49ers picked up Reid’s fifth-year option. Also, Reid spoke recently about wanting to stay with the 49ers over the long term.
However, he’s only guaranteed his contract for 2017.