Troy Ford Jr. brings a sturdy, downhill linebacker profile to UCF
Ford is a 6-foot-2, 225-pound sophomore linebacker who already shows useful flashes in a limited role, including 3 tackles and 1 pass breakup through 6 games in 2025. His calling cards are size, burst, and physicality: EA’s 2026 ratings peg him with strong tackle, pursuit, hit power, and zone-coverage traits, which fits a modern linebacker who can play with range and pop. He also comes with a notable backstory—after missing his freshman season because of a fall-camp injury, he’s shown resilience and steady development, making him a low-drama, high-upside fit for a defense that values toughness and versatility.
