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The Panthers have expressed a desire to bring Reid back in 2019, David Newton of ESPN reports.

Reid started all 13 games he was active for Carolina in 2018, churning out 71 tackles and five pass breakups (including one interception). The Panthers don't have much talent at safety entering the offseason, so it's no surprise they want the 2013 Pro-Bowler back in the mix for another season, at least. However, Reid will be an unrestricted free agent in March and can soon sign a contract with any team of his choosing.

Reid (shoulder) was a full participant at practice Thursday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Reid has been dealing with a lingering AC joint injury in his shoulder this season, but was able to log a full practice Thursday. As evidenced by this news, the 2013 first-round pick should be good-to-go for the Panthers' game against the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Reid (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Reid was limited in practice all last week and continues to manage his recovery from a lingering AC joint issue in his shoulder. The 26-year-old said that his injury is something he can play through, according to David Newton of ESPN.com, so it still appears that Reid is on track for Sunday's tilt against the Buccaneers. If Reid is able to go Week 13, he'll work to end Carolina's four-game losing streak.

Reid had nine tackles (six solo) before being ejected late in the third quarter of Thursday's 52-21 loss at Pittsburgh.

Reid was called for unnecessary roughness on a late hit to the head/neck area as Ben Roethlisberger was giving himself up on a slide to prompt the ejection. The 26-year-old still managed to lead the team in tackles in what was an abysmal showing by the Panthers defense and the team overall. A more favorable matchup at Detroit awaits in Week 11, as the veteran safety will have some additional time to rest his shoulder sprain following the Thursday game.

Reid (shoulder) is active for Thursday's game against the Steelers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Reid was initially listed as questionable for the Week 10 contest after logging three straight limited practice sessions, but appears to have recovered well enough from his shoulder injury to suit up. The veteran safety will attempt to contain Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers' air attack.