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What Happened To Andy Reid’s Children? The Tragic Story About Andy And Tammy Reid’s Children

Andy Reid's family triumphs and tragedies revealed.

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Andy Reid isn’t just the mastermind behind the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl success. Off the field, he’s a father who has faced some truly difficult moments, which still linger in the shadows of his victories. His five children have followed very different paths: some found success, others were lost to addiction, and one became embroiled in a high-profile scandal. Here’s the real story.

The Tragedy of Garrett Reid’s Overdose – How Addiction Shattered the Reid Family

Garrett Reid, Andy’s firstborn, was supposed to have it all. Raised in a stable home with a dad building a coaching career, Garrett was an Eagle Scout and learned piano. Yet, none of that stopped him from slipping into a decade-long heroin addiction.

In 2012, at 29, Garrett was found dead from an overdose in his dorm room at the Philadelphia Eagles’ training camp. His death hit hard.

Andy released a statement at the time saying, “We loved Garrett so much. He always had a smile on his face, and we will miss him dearly.”

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Tammy Reid later spoke about the bittersweet moment when the Chiefs won the Super Bowl in 2020. The whole family was there to celebrate, except for Garrett. “So sad, but I know he’s watching us,” she said.

His death wasn’t just another tragic headline. It exposed a painful truth: even the most disciplined families can lose a loved one to addiction.

Britt Reid’s Crash And Prison Time – How A Mistake Cost Him Everything

Britt Reid should have known better. By 2021, he had been coaching with the Chiefs for nearly a decade, following stints with his father’s previous teams. But just days before the Chiefs’ second Super Bowl appearance, he made a reckless decision that would change lives.

After drinking at work, Britt got behind the wheel near the Chiefs’ training facility and crashed into two cars parked on the highway shoulder. The accident left a five-year-old girl, Ariel Miller, in a coma for 11 days. When Britt was tested, his blood alcohol level was 0.113, way over the legal limit of 0.08.

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Britt Reid is the son of Andy Reid, current head coach of the Chiefs.
Britt has a 20+ year history of drug abuse, dealing and violent traffic incidents involving guns.His father bailed him out every time.
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In 2022, he pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated, a felony that could’ve put him away for seven years. He got three. Then came the scandal: Missouri’s governor commuted Britt’s sentence in 2023, letting him serve under house arrest instead. The backlash was immediate, especially from Ariel’s family, who called it an injustice. As of now, Britt’s sentence ends on October 31, 2025.

Andy and Tammy Reid built their family across five states, balancing a demanding football career with parenting. Tammy once shared that Andy, despite his grueling schedule, would come home early to have breakfast with the kids and drive them to school. The couple now has 12 grandchildren, with whom they share special moments after Chiefs games.

This journey has been both painful and rewarding, with triumphs on the field and heartbreak off it. Through it all, Andy Reid remains dedicated to both football and family.

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