Andy Reid's early morning routine prioritizes family over football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 3:14 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid built a successful career, starting as a tight ends coach with the Green Bay Packers in 1992. His routine began at 3:30 a.m., allowing him to dedicate time to football while ensuring he could join his family for breakfast. Reid's commitment to family shaped his coaching philosophy, as he balanced demanding hours with parental responsibilities, raising five children while moving frequently for his career. This routine highlighted his effort to keep family life significant despite his professional commitments. Reid’s balance of work and family continues to influence his coaching narrative and approach to the game.
- •Reid started his NFL career with the Packers in 1992.
- •He arrived at work by 3:30 a.m. to focus on coaching.
- •Reid prioritized family time before returning to football.
- •He and his wife raised five children across multiple states.
- •All three Reid sons pursued careers in football.
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"Andy Reid's 3:30 a.m. routine early in his NFL career reveals the one thing the Chiefs coach always put ahead of football. The post Chiefs’ Andy Reid’s 3:30 A.M. Routine Reveals What Always Came Before Football appeared first on HEAVY.
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