Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign South Carolina State's Will Ford

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Canada - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have added import running back Will Ford and import defensive lineman Youri Yenga to the practice roster.

Ford (5-8, 195, South Carolina State, DOB: December 15, 1986 in Travelers Rest, South Carolina) was a four-year starter for the Bulldogs, rushing for 4,688 yards and 35 touchdowns. He was named a first-team All-MEAC selection in 2009 one year after taking home the conference’s offensive player of the year award. Ford also spent time returning kicks and averaged 26.0 yards per return with one touchdown.



Twice, he earned All- America honors and was a finalist for the prestigious Walter Payton award, presented annually to the best offensive player in the Football Championship Subdivision.

Ford had a tryout with the Toronto Argonauts of the CFL in June 2010, but was released.

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