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Dean Ford Sam Houston
File LB-86 · National rank 655 · 2027 class

Dean Ford

#21· Sam Houston ·LB ·R-So ·2027 Draft · Houston, Texas
6'1"Height 230 lbWeight
RepresentationNilson Sports Confirmed
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Quick Notes
Dean Ford is a redshirt sophomore linebacker who projects as a starter for Sam Houston. He profiles as a quality college player and fringe pro prospect.
Agent / Representation
Status Represented Confirmed
AgencyNilson Sports
Contact@nilsonsports
NotesNIL representation — Nilson Sports.
Verified2026-07-21
Board Standing
#86 LB / 1592
#655 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Athlon preseason THIRD-TEAM All-Conference USA and one of only two Bearkats ESPN named as a key returnee. 35 tackles / 2 sacks as a redshirt freshman with room to grow.

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LB Keys 2025 · Sam Houston
35
Tot
Better than 67% of 880 LBs
2
Sacks
Better than 86% of 861 LBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#2621
National
#241
Position
#360
State
High SchoolKaty Morton Ranch HS
HometownHouston, Texas
Offers15 schools view →
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk