At long last, former Green Bay Packers safety Rudy Ford has a new home: According to Joe Person of The Athletic, Ford is signing with the Carolina Panthers.
Ford played in 30 games and made 15 starts for the Packers over the 2022 and 2023 season. He made 115 tackles, intercepted five passes, recovered two fumbles, forced one fumble and defended four passes. Ford was on the field for 1,068 defensive snaps and 160 special teams snaps while in Green Bay.
Signed as a special teamer, Ford emerged as a starting option at safety for Joe Barry.