Jerome Ford (RB): Bio, News, Stats & more (2024)

Jerome Ford (RB): Bio, News, Stats & more (1)

RB

#34

Experience: 3 years

Height: 5-10

Age: 24

Weight: 210 lbs

College: Cincinnati

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Recent Games

WK OPP RESULT ATT YDS AVG LNG TD REC YDS AVG LNG TD FUM LOST
1 Bengals W 24 - 3 15 36 2.4 17 0 1 1
2 @Steelers L 22 - 26 16 106 6.6 69 0 3 25 8.3 14 1
3 Titans W 27 - 3 10 18 1.8 9 1 2 33 16.5 19 1
4 Ravens L 3 - 28 9 26 2.9 10 0 5 19 3.8 8 0
6 49ers W 19 - 17 17 84 4.9 22 0 2 7 3.5 7 0
7 @Colts W 39 - 38 11 74 6.7 69 1 2 20 10 12 0 0 0
8 @Seahawks L 20 - 24 9 37 4.1 12 0 1 2 2 2 0
9 Cardinals W 27 - 0 20 44 2.2 9 0 5 33 6.6 17 0
10 @Ravens W 33 - 31 17 107 6.3 28 0 1 2 2 2 0
11 Steelers W 13 - 10 12 31 2.6 13 1 2 8 4 5 0
12 @Broncos L 12 - 29 9 65 7.2 19 0 4 14 3.5 11 0
13 @Rams L 19 - 36 9 19 2.1 10 0 3 33 11 24 1
14 Jaguars W 31 - 27 12 51 4.2 26 0 5 31 6.2 10 0
15 Bears W 20 - 17 8 20 2.5 9 0 4 11 2.8 5 0
16 @Texans W 36 - 22 15 25 1.7 10 1 1 -2 -2 -2 0
17 Jets W 37 - 20 12 64 5.3 16 0 2 57 28.5 50 2 0 0
18 @Bengals L 14 - 31 3 6 2 4 0 2 26 13 19 0

Career Stats

RBFB Career

SEASON TEAM G GS ATT YDS AVG TD REC YDS AVG LNG TD FUM LOST
2022 Cleveland Browns 13 0 8 12 1.5 0
2023 Cleveland Browns 17 12 204 813 4 4 44 319 7.2 50 5 1 1
TOTAL 30 12 212 825 3.9 4 44 319 3.6 50 5 1 1

Biography

Career Transactions

Originally drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round (156th overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft.

Key Notes

  • Helped lead the Bearcats to an undefeated season (13-0) in 2021 and finished with 1,242 yards rushing, 19 rushing touchdowns and 20 total touchdowns. Both touchdown marks tied the school records set by Michael Warren in 2018.
  • Joined the Cincinnati Bearcats' program in 2020 after two years at Alabama.
  • Finished collegiate career with 319 rushes for 1,953 yards and 30 touchdowns. Also added 31 catches for 282 yards and one score.

Personal

  • Native of Tampa, Fla. and attended Armwood High School.
  • The morning of the 2022 Reese's Senior Bowl, took a two-hour Uber ride from Mobile to New Orleans at 2 a.m. and boarded a 6 a.m. flight and arrived in Tampa in time for the birth of his daughter.

Related Videos

video Jerome Ford talks OTAs and offseason on the Best Podcast Available Jerome Ford joins Jason Gibbs to talk his first offseason in the NFL, OTAs and working with Deshaun Watson on the Best Podcast Available.
video The Rookie Draft Class Take a look at our 2022 rookie draft class.
video Jerome Ford Press Conference New Browns running back Jerome Ford addresses the media following his selection as the 156th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
video Jerome Ford hears from Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski Jerome Ford hears from General Manager Andrew Berry and Head Coach Kevin Stefanski as the Browns select him with the 156th pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
video Max Paulus on Jerome Ford: "We're excited about adding another fast playmaker to our RB room." Area scout Max Paulus addressed the media on April 30, 2022 following the selection of running back Jerome Ford in the 5th round of the 2022 NFL Draft.

Related Articles

news RB Jerome Ford's hard work on the field is matched by his fun and energetic personality off the field Ford talks about the process of coming back to play and his passion for live-streaming on Twitch
news RB tandem of Kareem Hunt and Jerome Ford bring the run game back to the Browns Browns rush attack came alive on Sunday against the 49ers after rushing for 160 yards
news Jerome Ford is taking it "day by day" as the feature back, ready for Week 6 49ers matchup GM Andrew Berry and HC Kevin Stefanski say Ford is a big part of the Browns success moving forward
news RB Jerome Ford steps into new role as feature back for the Browns Browns coaching staff confident in Ford as their new starting running back
news Browns look to fill hole left behind by RB Nick Chubb's season-ending injury HC Kevin Stefanski names RB Jerome Ford as feature back
news Jerome Ford ready to take on bigger role after returning from injury Stefanski confident Ford can take on a big roll in the backfield and on special teams
news Injury Report: Jerome Ford 'week-to-week' with hamstring injury Head coach Kevin Stefanski is "hopeful" Ford will be able to play Week 1
news Browns 2023 Position Preview: Breaking down the RBs The Browns appear ready to utilize a new No. 2 back behind Nick Chubb, while any more positions in the room will come down to a training camp competition
news RB coach Stump Mitchell believes Jerome Ford capable of doing 'anything and everything' in 2nd season Ford is poised to become the backup running back for Nick Chubb, which should place him in a much bigger role than the one he carried as a rookie
news Browns Mailbag: Talking Jerome Ford, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah and more Staff writer Anthony Poisal answers your questions
news Assessing the Browns' 2022 rookie class The Browns saw glimpses of potential from a few of their rookies, who all figure to have a shot at landing bigger roles next season
news Browns designate RB Jerome Ford and DE Chase Winovich to return from injured reserve The Browns also signed C Jordan Meredith to the practice squad
news Browns 2022 Position Preview: Breaking down the RBs The Browns have no shortage of talent and depth at running back and could boast one of the best run games in league once again in 2022
news Browns select RB Jerome Ford with the 156th pick in the 2022 NFL Draft Ford rushed 214 times for 1,319 yards and 19 touchdowns in 2021
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Jerome Ford (RB): Bio, News, Stats & more (2024)

FAQs

How much is Jerome Ford getting paid? ›

Jerome Ford signed a 4 Years, $3,982,148 contract with the Cleveland Browns on May 12, 2022. The contract runs through the 2025 season and has an average annual value of $995,537. It also came with a $322,148 signing bonus and $322,148 guaranteed. Ford was represented by QC Sports in negotiations.

How fast is Jerome Ford? ›

Jerome Ford flashes a glimpse of his 4.46 speed on 19-yard run.

Where did Jerome Ford play high school football? ›

Ford played running back, wide receiver and defensive end at Armwood High School in Seffner, Fla., and out of nowhere, his past life was up on the screen for what became a jury of his NFL peers.

Is Kareem Hunt better than Jerome Ford? ›

Ford also averages almost a yard more per carry than Hunt. But Hunt holds the edge on two fronts: efficiency and touchdowns. The latter is also circ*mstance – the Browns like Hunt at the goal line more than Ford – but the former is a bit more intriguing from an advanced analytics perspective.

Who is the highest paid running back in pro football? ›

49ers superstar Christian McCaffrey, who signed a two-year, $38 million extension in June, tops the list as the league's highest-paid running back. Five-time Pro Bowler Alvin Kamara comes in at second on the list at $15 million per year. He signed a five-year, $75 million extension with the Saints in 2020.

Is Jerome Ford a good player? ›

Ford played well, ranking 13th in missed tackles forced per attempt and 16th in yards after contact per attempt (per Fantasy Points Data). If he is the team's starter again this season, he should be considered an RB2 with upside.

How fast was prime times 40? ›

What is Emmitt Smith 40 time? ›

How long has Jerome Ford been in the NFL? ›

Originally drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round (156th overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft. Helped lead the Bearcats to an undefeated season (13-0) in 2021 and finished with 1,242 yards rushing, 19 rushing touchdowns and 20 total touchdowns.

How many rushing yards does Jerome Ford average a game? ›

Averaged 103.58 rushing yards per game, good for 18th nationally... Rushed for over 100 yards in five games, including five of seven home games... Opened the season with 121 yards and a touchdown against Miami (OH) on only 12 carries...

Who is 34 for Browns? ›

Jerome Ford - Cleveland Browns Running Back - ESPN.

Who is 85 on the Browns? ›

David Njoku
No. 85 – Cleveland Browns
Roster status:Active
Career highlights and awards
Pro Bowl (2023)
Career NFL statistics as of 2023
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Who is number 32 on the Cleveland Browns? ›

Jim Brown
No. 32
Height:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:232 lb (105 kg)
Career information
High school:Manhasset (Manhasset, New York)
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What football player has the last name Ford? ›

Cody Ford (born December 28, 1996) is an American football offensive guard for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Oklahoma. He has played in the NFL for the Buffalo Bills, Arizona Cardinals and the Cincinnati Bengals.

How much to bid for Jerome Ford? ›

Ford will be one of the top waiver-wire pickups in fantasy football this week. His short-term outlook projects well with a high workload, but his long-term upside remains unclear. Spending $25-$35 gives you a good shot of rostering him, while also acknowledging there are 15 more weeks to the fantasy football season.

What is Joe Flacco's salary with Browns? ›

Flacco, who signed a one-year, $2,500,000 contract, is making the city of Cleveland happy and Browns owner Jimmy Haslam millions. Flacco picks up a $75,000 bonus every time Cleveland wins with him as the starter, which means he has already collected $300,000.

How much does the chairman of Ford make? ›

Compensation by Company
Name And TitleTotal Cash
William Clay Ford Jr. Executive ChairTotal Cash $2,405,600
James D. Farley Jr. President and Chief Executive OfficerTotal Cash $4,099,040
John T. Lawler Chief Financial OfficerTotal Cash $2,601,600
J. Doug Field Chief EV, Digital and Design OfficerTotal Cash $954,248
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How much does the CFO of Ford make? ›

As Chief Financial Officer at FORD MOTOR CO, John T. Lawler made $8,147,957 in total compensation. Of this total $1,187,250 was received as a salary, $1,414,350 was received as a bonus, $0 was received in stock options, $5,407,923 was awarded as stock and $138,434 came from other types of compensation.

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