Garrett William Ford Sr. (born May 4, 1945) is a former American football player, coach, and college athletics administrator.

A native of Washington, D.C., and a graduate of DeMatha Catholic High School, he played college football at West Virginia University, and professionally in the American Football League (NFL) with the Denver Broncos.

Ford is one of only three running backs to lead WVU in season total offense over the course of the last 35 years.

In 2011, Ford announced his retirement from WVU after more than 44 years of service to the university.

Personal Life Ford and his wife, Thelma, have two children – Tracie and Garrett Jr., also a past Mountaineer football player.