Micah Ford, committed to Stanford, displayed his dual-threat capabilities in his final New Jersey high school game. In a game where Toms River North leaned more on the passing game, Ford shone brightly. He efficiently threw for 76 yards, connecting with Jeremiah Pruitt Jeremiah Pruitt 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Toms River North | 2024 State NJ for a touchdown. On the ground, Ford exhibited his physical running style, utilizing blocks effectively, breaking tackles, and showcasing solid speed and elusiveness in the open field where he ended the with 199 yards on 41 attempts . His standout performance, characterized by versatility and physicality, played a pivotal role in securing back-to-back state titles for Toms River North.

The reigning New Jersey Gatorade State Player of the Year reminded everyone just exactly who he is. In the victory, Ford was a tri-threat with his arms, his legs, and on defense. Standing out as a rusher, Ford rushed 41 times for 199 yards and 1 score; as a passer Ford was 6 of 11 for 72 yards with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions; and as a defender he made 5 tackles with 1 tackle for loss.

As the reigning Group V champs look to repeat, the reigning Gatorade State Player of the Year looks to do everything within his power to do so. Ford rushed 26 times for 222 yards and 1 score, while also passing for 93 yards and another score on 5 of 9 attempts in Toms River North’s 33-6 road victory over Cherokee. Ford also finished with 9 tackles with 1 tackle for loss.

The reigning Gatorade State Player of the Year appears to be back to prime form. In a “let me remind you,” 49-14 victory over Washington Township, Ford led Toms River North to the Sectional Championship victory. He did so by carrying the rock 24 times as he amassed 250 yards on the ground. He did drop back and sling the rock too, going 3 of 6 passing for 58 yards and 2 touchdowns. Lastly, Ford intercepted a pass on defense which was returned for a touchdown.

To lead off the list, you have to mention one of the centerpieces of this teams success. Micah Ford Micah Ford 6'1" | 205 lbs | ATH Toms River North | 2024 State NJ , the soon to be senior athlete, may be one of the most dominant players in the state of New Jersey. A Gatorade Player of the Year, Micah has already committed to Stanford for 2024.

If you’re looking for a player that can do it all, look no further. Accumulating 1203 passing yards and 17 passing touchdowns, and 2360 rushing yards with another 33 touchdowns on the ground, Micah was a menace to all defenses he lined up against. Good luck bringing him to the ground with arm tackles, because Micah already has college level size and speed and has the potential to make an entire defense look foolish. He has everything you’d want in a runner, and his use of decisive cutting and stiff arms only separates him further from other runners.

As a defender, Micah brought the runner to the ground 77 times and picked the ball off 4 times. Micah is one of NJ’s most talented athletes, so don’t be surprised if you hear his name even more in the near future.

New Jersey’s 2022 State Gatorade and Maxpreps’ Player of the Year has made a decision. After Micah Ford Micah Ford 6'1" | 205 lbs | ATH Toms River North | 2024 State NJ completes his senior season for the Toms River North Mariners, Ford will be taking his talents to Stanford University. At this point it is unknown what the Cardinal’s plan is for the 6’1″ 210lb talent. Ford made his commitment very recently, doing so on April 25, 2023.