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Ex-Ravens Safety Blames Divorce on Chores: “My Wife Wanted Me to Be Her Housekeeper”


Baltimore, MD – A Hall of Fame legend from Baltimore has shared a personal story that shocked fans, saying his marriage ended not because of football but because of housework.

The surprising revelation has stirred conversations across social media, with fans debating the balance between family life and career responsibilities for athletes.

That legend is Ed Reed, the safety who defined the Ravens from 2002 to 2012.

Reed explained bluntly: “She wanted me to be both the financial provider and the one doing all the housework. Then she said modern women doing chores is oppression from the patriarchy? That makes no sense at all.”

For over a decade, he was Baltimore’s icon, finishing with 64 interceptions, 9 defensive touchdowns, and 9 Pro Bowl selections, cementing his reputation as one of the most feared ballhawks in NFL history. He was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019, just six years after helping the Ravens capture Super Bowl XLVII.

Ravens fans remember him as a game-changing force, the man who could flip momentum with a single play, including his unforgettable 107-yard interception return against the Eagles in 2008.

Now his off-field honesty has made headlines, with some fans defending his stance and others suggesting relationships demand compromise.

Even in retirement, Ed Reed continues to spark debate, showing that leadership, intensity, and conviction remain part of his legacy.

Bears Could Get Huge Boost to Pass Rush for ‘MNF’ vs. Commanders
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