USC Football: Former Trojan Returns to Team for Offseason Practice
Kyle Ford, a former Southern California wide receiver, surprised the Trojan community when he announced his transfer following the 2022 season. It wasn’t because he was transferring, but because he was committed to his current location.
He signed with crosstown rival UCLA, but might he be returning to USC?
Ford attended USC’s fifth practice of spring camp on Thursday, and if he transfers back, he will become the third Bruin this offseason to join the Trojan roster for the 2024 season. If he returns to the Trojans, he will join safety Kamari Ramsay and cornerback John Humphrey, who accompanied defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn from UCLA to USC.
Ford has apparently limited his list down to six institutions, including USC. The remaining five are Michigan, Ohio State, South Carolina, Florida, and Wake Forest.
Ford initially committed to the Trojans in 2019, following a knee injury that forced him to miss the final five games of his senior season at Orange Lutheran. He had a second season-ending knee injury in the summer of 2020. Injuries contributed to his limited playing time in 2021 and 2022.
The Corona, Calif. native enrolled at UCLA in January 2023 and appeared in 12 games, making two starts. He recorded 22 receptions for 236 yards and one score.
There appears to be no ill feeling between Ford and USC head coach Lincoln Riley. During Thursday’s practice, the two enjoyed a moment. USC could use an experienced receiver this season, as there are only six scholarship receivers returning and one true freshman available.
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