Career
He was primarily a fullback but also starred on the offensive line. A graduate of University of Tennessee, Reese joined the Chicago Bears for their 1946 championship season, playing 3 games and rushing 18 times for 84 yards. In 1948 he joined the Montreal Alouettes where his 251 pound frame made him the biggest fullback in Canadian pro football.
Playing a full 12 game season he was selected as an All-Star at guard.