Tre Ford gets start for Tiger-Cats versus Argonauts

Canadian quarterback Tre Ford is set to make his first start for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats this Saturday, stepping in for the injured Bo Levi Mitchell. Ford will lead the 2-3 Tiger-Cats against the 2-3 Toronto Argonauts, hoping to inject a much-needed spark into the team's offense.

Ford, who previously played for the Edmonton Elks, expressed that he is accustomed to preparing as a backup. "Any quarterback that’s played in the CFL has benefited from (taking) mental reps and waiting to start," Ford told reporters. He acknowledged that this approach is particularly beneficial in the modern CFL, where backups often transition into starting roles.

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I think obviously any quarterback that’s played in the CFL has benefited from (taking) mental reps and waiting to start. Especially in the newer day and age of the CFL, definitely, you start as a backup and then become a starter and I think it’s definitely beneficial.

Hamilton head coach Scott Milanovich sees Ford's mobility as a key asset. "Obviously Tre has a different skill set that we’re looking forward to trying to utilize this week," Milanovich said. Ford's ability to escape the pocket and extend plays could pose a challenge for opposing defenses, requiring receivers to adjust their routes accordingly.

This start marks Ford's 24th career CFL start, but his first with Hamilton. He joined the team as a free agent after his tenure with the Elks. In limited action this season, Ford has completed eight of 13 passes for 59 yards with an interception. The Tiger-Cats are looking to rebound after a significant loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders, with Mitchell still recovering from an ankle injury that required surgery.

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Just looking for a spark. It’s no blame on Jake. Obviously Tre has a different skill set that we’re looking forward to trying to utilize this week.