Andrew Joseph

For The Win

The Carolina Panthers signed safety Eric Reid on Thursday after the former 49ers Pro Bowler remained a free agent through the first three weeks of the NFL season.

Reid was the first player to join Colin Kaepernick and take a knee during the national anthem in protest of racial injustice and police brutality. He and Kaepernick also filed a collusion grievances against the NFL.

Still, Kaepernick was more than excited to see Reid land with an NFL team. After the signing was announced, Kaepernick took to Twitter and congratulated his former teammate.

He also wrote on Instagram:

Congratulations to my brother @e_reid35, an all pro safety who should have been signed the first day of free agency, who has signed a football contract.

He has was the FIRST person to kneel alongside me. Eric is a social justice warrior, continues to support his wife, two beautiful daughters and communities in need.

You can read more from USA TODAY Sports.

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