He was also pleased with the way debutant Stephen Wright handled the threat of Blackburns emerging "star" Damien Duff, even though the new signing was booked in the opening minute for a foul on the Blackburn man.
Reid said: "I thought he was a little bit unfortunate to get booked. Tommy Butler was clattered four times in two minutes, but not one yellow card was awarded.
"But that is nit-picking. Wright showed what he is - a defender who can get it down and pass it. He stuck at it really well."
“I am very pleased with my team and my defenders.”