Ford redshirted in 2009 before contributing in a limited capacity in 2009, catching one pass for four yards over the course of 28 offensive snaps.

As a sophomore, Ford's role increased, as he caught ten passes for 78 yards over 123 snaps.

As a junior, Ford started one game, collecting 14 receptions for 166 yards and two touchdowns over 222 snaps.

As a senior, Ford was a First-team All-ACC selection by both media and coaches after catching 40 passes for 480 yards and eight touchdowns, starting all thirteen games and playing 695 snaps.

[3] Ford signed with the Boston Brawlers of the Fall Experimental Football League (FXFL) in 2014.