Tom Reed was an American football player and coach. He served as the head coach at Miami University from 1978 to 1982 and at North Carolina State University from 1983 to 1985, compiling a career college football record of 43–43–2.
Reed had four winning seasons in five years and tallied a career record of 34–19–2 at Miami. After the 1981 season, Reed accepted the head coaching position at NC State and was replaced by Tim Rose.
Reed served as the head coach at North Carolina State University from 1983 to 1985. He never had a winning season in three years and compiled a record of 9–24 with the Wolfpack.
Tom Reed Obituary
Tom Reed, who coached current Super Bowl-winning Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh at Miami (OH), has died. Following the news of Reed’s death, Harbaugh and the Ravens released a statement to tribute Harbaugh’s former head coach.
“We offer our heartfelt condolences, love and respect following the passing of Coach Tom Reed,” the statement read. “To his wife Cathy, who cared so much for all the players, and the Reed family, we say thank you for sharing a coach with us as part of your lives all those years ago.
“Coach Reed was tough and honest with a heart of gold. He loved Miami and everyone who played and coached there. Fromm all the guys on the ’80-’81-’82 Miami teams — we thank you, Coach! Coach Reed would always say, ‘Today is a great day for football.’ Coach, today is a great day for football and a great day to honor you life. We love you. May you Rest In Peace with the Father.”
Miami (OH) also released their own statement via social media Monday.
Miami (OH)’s statement: “We are saddened to hear of the death of former Miami player and coach Tom Reed. Miami Football wishes his family and friends well during this time.”