Ravens staying in touch with FS Ed Reed

Ravens coach John Harbaugh revealed that he's stayed in touch with FS Ed Reed via text message since season's end.

Harbaugh is "assuming" that Reed will not retire, but the two haven't had "any deep conversations." "What I understand him saying is, the door is always open," Harbaugh added. "I think he's going to play this year. I think he's going to play next year and the year after that until he says he's not."

Steve Bisciotti won't call up safety Ed Reed and ask him if he has made a decision about retirement, though. According to his Q&A with The Baltimore Sun, Bisciotti said he didn't know if Reed would appreciate being asked about his status. Excuse me?

The last time I checked, Bisciotti was the owner of the team, and the guy who signs Reed's paycheck. There is nothing wrong with being professional, and saying, "Look Ed, we know it's a tough decision, and we thank you for many outstanding years. But for us to move on, we need to know your decision before the draft."

There is nothing wrong with that. By now, Reed should have consulted with a number of doctors, friends, family and current and former players to make a logical decision. Come on, Bisciotti, make the call. It's time to move on, and prepare for the future, if needed. If Reed says he will retire, and then comes back, fine. But if he waits until training camp, the Ravens might miss out on a good selection to replace Reed in the draft.

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(rotoworld.com)