SI.com 2003 NFL Draft 2003 NFL Draft


Grading System
CARL FORD
Position: WR
Class: Sr
School: Toledo
Conference: MAC
Ht., Wt.: 6'0, 175
40 Time: 4.48
Grade: 3.06

Selected by Green Bay Packers
Round 7, pick 42 (256 overall)
BIO: Second-team All-Conference selection as a senior after leading the team with 79 receptions, 1,062 yards and nine receiving TDs. Started every game as a junior recording 46-646-6. Saw spot duty returning kicks in the past. Ran in the 4.3 area during individual workouts prior to the draft. Recently ran times in the high 4.3's.

POSITIVES: Tall, angular receiver with consistent hands. Runs well, catches the pass in stride and looks the ball in. Quick in and out of his breaks, stays low on exit and gets separation. Flexible and easily adjusts to the errant throw, timing his receptions nicely. Comes back to the pass and effective running after the reception.

NEGATIVES: Not quick releasing off the line, has a slight build and loses out in battles to bigger opponents. Lacks the top end speed and does not get separation down the field.

ANALYSIS: Possible fifth receiver at the next level but must add some bulk yet keep his quickness.

PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent

2002 Receiving Statistics
Receptions Receiving Yards Yards Per Reception Touchdowns
79 1062 13.44 9

2002 Rushing Statistics
Rushing Yards Attempts Average per Rush Touchdowns
37 1 37 0

TFY Draft Preview
 


 
CNNSI