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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 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

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

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 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

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

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 minus-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 -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

Jerome Ford is ready to establish the run in 2025 | Team Coverage Ford, entering his fifth NFL season, is the veteran of a young running back room

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Positioned to lead backfield early Ford is expected to operate in a workhorse role Week 1 versus the Bengals on Sunday, Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com reports.

Impact Ford led the Browns in rushing last year, albeit with just 565 yards across 14 regular-season games, and he now looks set for a lead back role at home versus Cincinnati on Sunday, while rookie fourth-round pick Dylan Sampson operates as a change-of-pace back. Cleveland also claimed undrafted rookie Raheim Sanders off waivers last week, who at 6-foot, 230 pounds could contribute in short-yardage situations. Cabot reports that 2025 second-round pick Quinshon Judkins, who hasn't yet signed his rookie deal, could join the Browns soon, so there are considerable avenues for this backfield split to shift as the year progresses. Even if Judkins were to sign immediately, however, Ford and Sampson appear solidified in their roles for Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jerome Ford Press Conference | " If I do my job everything will fall into place". Running back Jerome Ford speaks to the media.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Browns lacking depth, experience at running back as they await arrival of rookie Quinshon Judkins

For the moment, and history has shown it’s fleeting in Cleveland, the Browns’ ever-changing quarterback situation is settled

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Splits work with Sampson Ford carried the ball twice for 14 yards and caught both his targets for five yards in Saturday's 19-17 preseason win over the Rams.

Impact The fourth-year back split the backfield workload with fourth-round rookie Dylan Sampson over the Browns' first two drives, before Sampson checked out and was replaced by Pierre Strong. Ford himself then gave way to Ahmani Marshall to begin the second quarter. Ford and Sampson figure to share touches to begin the regular season as well, but how snaps are actually divided between the two, and in what situations, remains to be seen. Quinshon Judkins, a second-round pick in 2025 who has yet to sign a contract with Cleveland due to off-field issues, remains a wild card but could be added to the backfield later in the year.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jerome Ford Press Conference | "Doing whatever we can to be ready" Jerome Ford answer questions from the media before practice

AUGUST 20, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Not in line to play Saturday Ford is among the key Cleveland players not slated to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Eagles, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact The same applies to fellow RB Dylan Sampson, QBs Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett (hamstring), Shedeur Sanders (oblique), WR Jerry Jeudy, as well as TEs David Njoku and Harold Fannin. With 2025 second-rounder Quinshon Judkins still unsigned, Ford remains in a position to continue to handle a key role in the Browns' backfield, and his next chance to see game action will arrive Aug. 23 against the Rams.

AUGUST 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not slated to play Friday Ford is among the Browns not in line to play in Friday's preseason opener against the Panthers.

Impact Other key non-injured Cleveland skill players not slated to see action Friday are QB Joe Flacco, RB Pierre Strong, WRs Jerry Jeudy and Cedric Tillman, as well as TE David Njoku. With the status of unsigned rookie second-rounder Quinshon Judkins still unclear, Ford currently profiles as the Browns' top back, with Strong and Dylan Sampson also in the mix for touches out of the gate this season.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Participating in team drills Ford (undisclosed) took part in team drills during Wednesday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ford resumed practicing Monday in what head coach Kevin Stefanski described as a "limited capacity," but he now appears to be fully recovered from the undisclosed injury that first popped up July 23. After accepting a pay cut to remain with Cleveland earlier this offseason, Ford now finds himself facing significant backfield opportunities, as rookie second-round pick Quinshon Judkins remains unsigned amid legal issues. In the meantime, Ford and rookie fourth-round pick Dylan Sampson figure to split the majority of first-team snaps, with veteran Pierre Strong and UDFA Ahmani Marshall also battling for reps.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jerome Ford embraces familiar role as Browns' lead back in training camp Jerome Ford has found himself unexpectedly at the top of the Browns depth chart before. In a contract year, he's there again.

JULY 30, 2025 • CLEVELAND.COM

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