The biggest surprise of rookie cornerback D.J. Reed’s first days in the NFL: His new teammates care about the team.
On Friday, the fifth-round pick said he expected the business of the NFL to magnify divisions he’d seen during a college career that included stops at Fresno State, Cerritos College and Kansas State.
Instead, Reed, who could pose a threat to first-string nickel corner K’Waun Williams, shared that warm ebraces — not cold shoulders — have greeted him in Santa Clara.
“I thought the veterans would not help you with the playbook because you’re competing for their spot,” Reed said.