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Ford tough: Lions' second-year cornerback reliable as Slay's replacement

(Photo: Michael Perez, Associated Press)

Allen Park — Mike Ford helped his father’s favorite team stay undefeated over the weekend.

Next week, he’s out to take down his grandfather’s preferred squad.

When Darius Slay went out with a third-quarter hamstring injury in Philadelphia on Sunday, Ford’s No. 38 was called.

On his first play, Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz went right after Ford on the left sideline, but the second-year cornerback didn’t budge. Ford actually drew a flag for offensive pass interference on Mack Hollins, which was declined as Philadelphia was forced to punt away another chance to climb back into what would be a 27-24 loss.