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Garners one touch in loss Ford had one carry for one yard and failed to secure his lone target in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Jets in Week 10.

Impact Ford's fall behind rookie Dylan Sampson continued again, as the veteran has just two carries and three receptions (five targets) over the last three weeks. He's also fallen out of consideration for return duties, which now belong to Sampson.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falls behind rookie in loss Ford caught one of two targets for minus-1 yard in Sunday's 32-13 loss to the Patriots in Week 8.

Impact For the second consecutive week, Ford was on the field for 13 snaps, which was fewer than Dylan Sampson (25 snaps). It was the first time this season that Ford lagged behind the rookie, a telling sign as the Browns enter a bye week followed by the NFL trade deadline (Nov. 4). A similar sign was Sampson taking over as the lead back when starter Quinshon Judkins (shoulder) was removed from the game.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quinshon Judkins may force Browns to make surprising move at NFL trade deadline The Cleveland Browns have to like what they've seen on the field from rookie running back Quinshon Judkins. Could that prompt them to trade...

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • DAWGPOUNDDAILY.COM

Three touches in win Ford had one carry for zero yards and caught both of his targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-6 win over the Dolphins in Week 7.

Impact Ford was given his fewest snaps (13) and second-fewest touches of the season, seeing less touch volume than Dylan Sampson (nine snaps, four touches), who also returned two kickoffs while Ford did not. That usage on special teams may be telling. It's a change that began in Week 6, when Sampson returned five kickoffs to Ford's one as the rookie takes over the top backup job behind starter Quinshon Judkins. With two more weeks before the trade deadline, Ford could be on the move before Nov. 4.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three touches in win Ford had one carry for zero yards and caught both of his targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-6 win over the Dolphins in Week 7.

Impact Ford was given his fewest snaps (13) and second-fewest touches in seven games. He had fewer touches than Dylan Sampson (nine snaps, four touches), who also returned two kickoffs while Ford did not. That usage on special teams may be telling. It's a change that began in Week 6, when Sampson returned five kickoffs to Ford's one. It's as if the rookie is being prepared to take over for Ford, including as the top backup to starter Quinshon Judkins. With two more weeks before the trade deadline, Ford trade rumors should increase leading up to Nov. 4.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Possible trade-deadline candidate Ford is one of a few members of the Browns that could be moved before the trade deadline, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ever since the Browns selected two running backs in the 2025 NFL Draft, it felt like Ford could be flipped at the deadline, which falls on Nov. 4, a day after Week 9 wraps. He's primarily served as a third-down back since Quinshon Judkins was established as the starter earlier this season. Lately, Dylan Sampson has rotated in with Ford, which sets up a scenario where Cleveland trades Ford and allots more playing time to Sampson.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns Predicted to Trade 2,100-Yard Playmaker Ahead of NFL Deadline The Cleveland Browns are predicted to trade RB Jerome Ford ahead of the NFL's trade deadline after drafting two rookie RBs.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Totals 30 yards from scrimmage Ford had two carries for 17 yards and caught five of six targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 23-9 loss to the Steelers in Week 6. He also returned one kickoff for 22 yards.

Impact Ford was on the field for 33 offensive snaps -- the most since Week 2 -- and had seven touches for the second straight week. His playing time has increased the last two games, which is tied to the quarterback change from Joe Flacco to rookie Dillon Gabriel. Ford leads the running back room with 21 targets through six games and could see an uptick in usage as a runner going forward, as the organization seeks to protect the one hopeful thing on offense: rookie running back Quinshon Judkins.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Dillon Gabriel shows promise as Browns lose to Vikings in his first start

Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel showed promise in his first NFL start

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Uptick in offensive touches Ford had five carries for 18 yards and caught both of his targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Vikings in Week 5. He also returned three kickoffs for 78 yards.

Impact Ford's 38 yards from scrimmage and 116 combined yards were the most since Week 2, when he was still a factor before Quinshon Judkins became the lead running back. Cleveland's switch to rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel was the reason for Ford's increased touches. To make life easier on Gabriel, the Browns deployed a run-heavy offense and had a 50-50 split between rushes and pass attempts. They also got right tackle Jack Conklin back, which helped Cleveland amass a season-high 140 yards on the ground. Barring a Judkins injury, Ford's days as the lead back are over, but Sunday's gameplan showed how the Browns' offense can be competitive.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Top kick returner on depth chart Ford is listed as the top kickoff returner on the Browns' unofficial depth chart heading into Week 5 against the Vikings.

Impact Ford is set to take on a larger role Sunday when he's expected to add kick-return duties to his portfolio, replacing DeAndre Carter (knee), who was placed on the injured list following Week 4's loss to Detroit. Ford's usage as a runner is down in 2025 due to the emergence of rookie back Quinshon Judkins -- just one carry the last two weeks -- but he has served as receiving threat out of the backfield. And now with the quarterback change -- rookie Dillon Gabriel will replace veteran Joe Flacco -- and what is expected to be run-heavy offensive gameplan, Ford might reclaim some of those lost carries.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Snap count dropping Ford had one carry for minus-1 yard and caught one of two targets for four yards in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Lions in Week 4.

Impact Ford was on the field for a season-low 18 snaps, as Cleveland's backfield is now topped by Quinshon Judkins, who had 21 of the 23 carries allotted to running backs. Ford still contributes as a third-down back and has been targeted multiple times in three consecutive contests.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Targeted four times in win Ford caught all four targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 13-10 win over Green Bay in Week 3.

Impact Ford didn't get a carry for the first time in three weeks, but he has a role as a target out of the backfield. He actually caught a fifth target, but the play was negated by a holding penalty. Ford has 10 official targets over the last two weeks and 11 for the season. That's tied for the lead among Cleveland's running backs with Dylan Sampson, who went untargeted Sunday and has just three over the last two weeks.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Targeted four times in win Ford caught all four targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 13-10 win over Green Bay in Week 3.

Impact Ford didn't get a carry for the first time in three weeks, but he has emerged as a primary target out of the backfield. He actually caught a fifth pass, but the play was negated by a holding penalty. Ford has 10 official targets over the last two weeks and 11 for the season. That's tied with Dylan Sampson for the lead among Cleveland's running backs, but Sampson went untargeted Sunday and has just three over the last two weeks. Ford was not used in the return game after returning six kicks in Week 2.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns RB depth chart: How Quinshon Judkins signing impacts Jerome Ford, Dylan Sampson | Sporting News The Browns still are seeking an unquestioned RB1 in 2025. Could Judkins handle the responsibility?

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Chiefs, Cowboys named possible trade partners for Browns running back | Sporting News An analyst believes Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford is a trade candidate, and he named the Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs a...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Finishes with 135 all-purpose yards Ford rushed six times for 31 yards, brought in five of six targets for 23 yards and returned four kickoffs for 81 yards in the Browns' 41-17 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

Impact Although debuting rookie Quinshon Judkins paced the ground attack with 10 rush attempts, Ford still logged two more rush attempts than Dylan Sampson, who'd garnered more work than the veteran in Week 1. Ford also tied Harold Fannin for the team lead in receptions, and he filled the role of primary kickoff returner. Judkins' role figures to only grow moving forward, however, so how long Ford can remain truly relevant in the offense of a non-contending team while also navigating Sampson's presence remains to be seen.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Although debuting rookie Quinshon Judkins paced the ground attack with 10 rush attempts, Ford still logged two more carries than Dylan Sampson, who'd garnered more work than the veteran in Week 1. Ford also tied Harold Fannin for the team lead in receptions, and he filled the role of primary kickoff returner. Judkins' role figures to only grow moving forward, however, so how long Ford can remain truly relevant in the offense of a non-contending team while also navigating Sampson's presence remains to be seen.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Running back Quinshon Judkins on track to make NFL debut after being activated by Browns

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins has been activated to the active roster, setting the stage for him to make his NFL debut against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunda...

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins focusing on getting ready for NFL debut

Quinshon Judkins is preparing for his NFL debut with the Cleveland Browns

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Browns rookie Judkins faces uphill battle to debut against Ravens

Quinshon Judkins will have only two days of practice to prepare for his potential NFL debut on Sunday

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Works behind Sampson Ford rushed the ball six times for eight yards in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Bengals. He added one reception on one target for -3 yards.

Impact Ford was expected to serve as Cleveland's lead back, but he was instead out-touched 20-7 by Dylan Sampson. Ford didn't help himself with his opportunity, as he averaged only 1.3 yards per attempt, with his longest gain on the ground going for only two yards. Things aren't likely to get better for Ford moving forward, as Quinshon Judkins is expected to join the backfield as soon as Week 2 against Baltimore.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Works behind Sampson Ford rushed the ball six times for eight yards in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Bengals. He added one reception on one target for minus-3 yards.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Running back Quinshon Judkins signs rookie contract with Browns

Running back Quinshon Judkins signed his rookie contract with the Cleveland Browns but is not expected to be active for Sunday’s season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Bengals look to snap 3-game losing streak in openers as they face Browns

Joe Burrow and the high-powered Cincinnati Bengals offense look to get off to a fast start on Sunday when they open the season against the Cleveland Browns

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

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