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10 Things to Know about DB Mike Ford, Jr.

Apr 03, 2024 at 02:30 PM

Houston Texans Staff

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The veteran defensive back/special teamer logged nine special teams tackles last season for Cleveland Browns
Has appeared in 77 games, 10 of which were starts, in six NFL seasons
Played college ball at Southeast Missouri State University
Shares a birthday (August 4) with President Barack Obama, actor Billy Bob Thornton, and 7-time Cy Young winner Roger Clemens
Grew up in Alton, Illinois
Went to Marquette Catholic High School
Played defense and offense in high school, and rushed for 24 touchdowns and more than 1,600 yards his senior season
Also competed in triple jump on track team
Signed with Detroit Lions as undrafted free agent in 2018, and spent three seasons there
Moved on to Denver in 2021, and Atlanta in 2022

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