Keith Ford

The former 5-star recruit and Oklahoma Sooner is finally eligible to take the field at A&M this year after sitting out last season due to transfer rules. His pedigree is strong, but Ford is a bit of an unknown at this point in his career given that he missed five games in 2014 and hasn’t been on the field in such a long time. However, he will have his shot to immediately step into a starting role with the Aggies following Tra Carson’s departure. There’s such little proven depth behind Ford that he’s essentially the de facto starter before ever playing a down in College Station. He’s a bruising back at 5-11, 215, that does not shy away from contact. He may not have the elite top end speed of other backs in the SEC, but Ford’s physical style will make him an effective back nonetheless.