About Fred Ford
Lived 1938 – 2021 (aged 83). Fred Ford was an American american football player.
Frederick Lee Ford (March 30, 1938 – May 22, 2021) was an American football halfback for the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Chargers of the American Football League (AFL). He played college football at Cal Poly for the Mustangs.
He died on May 22, 2021, at the age of 83.
Collegiate career Ford's top season at Cal Poly came in 1958, when he scored eight total touchdowns and led the squad in rushing, compiling 515 yards on 65 carries. Following the 1958 season, Ford was selected for Little All-America honorable mention.
Professional football For the 1960 Chargers, on December 18 against the New York Titans, Ford rushed for a career-high 109 yards and a touchdown on seven carries.
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Who was Fred Ford?
American football player
When was Fred Ford born?
Fred Ford was born on 30 March 1938 in Bakersfield.
When did Fred Ford die?
Fred Ford died on 22 May 2021.
What was Fred Ford's occupation?
Fred Ford was an american football player.
What nationality was Fred Ford?
Fred Ford was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Fred Ford (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Ford. https://biography.guide/fred-ford-american-football-player/
MLA: "Fred Ford." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-ford-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Fred Ford." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-ford-american-football-player/.
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