Rudy Ford comes into the 2017 draft with versatility, having played running back early in his career and ending it flipping between safety and nickel cornerback. Ford has NFL size and jumps off the film as a tackler. He's not afraid to get dirty in the running game and will shed blockers and dip under them to get to the ball. He arrives at the point of contact with a nice pad pop. He's a finisher and can play with a mean streak. Ford is a four-down player who can help either as a return man or as a gunner on special teams.
Rudy Ford NFL Draft 2017: Scouting Report for Arizona Cardinals' Pick
