Jacoby Ford: Is He the Next Great Oakland Raiders Wide Receiver?

December 1, 2010   ·   BW Black   ·   Jump to comments

Just how good is Jacoby Ford?
Ford was born in Florida and attended Clemson University, where he was a track and football star.
Al Davis and the Oakland Raiders have a reputation for drafting fast athletes who aren't necessarily the best football players. Sure enough, during the 2010 NFL Draft, Ford was drafted in round four and immediately given this label and dismissed as a "project."
However, closer inspection of Ford reveals this to be a sensational pick, as he could well turn into a prime-time player.
Firstly, we know he is quick, but just how quick? He's certainly fast over 20 yards. Over 40 yards, he was the fastest person at last year's NFL Scouting Combine (4.27).
But then the afterburners kick in: He was the 2009 NCAA champion at 60m in a time of 6.52, which is just marginally outside of the meet record.
He also has a PB of 10.01 for the 100m—no, this is not a misprint: 10.01! That is elite speed.
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