Edmonton Elks quarterback Tre Ford practiced ahead of the New England Patriots.

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This is what the specialized website 3DownNation learned on Tuesday.

In 10 games with the Alberta club in 2022, the Canadian completed 40 of the 69 passes he attempted for 461 yards and two touchdowns. He was also the victim of five interceptions, in addition to rushing for 149 yards.

The 24-year-old got his first career start during week four of the Ambrosie Tour, but was forced to miss several games with a shoulder injury.

Ford was selected with the eighth overall pick in the last Canadian Football League draft. The native of Niagara Falls, Ontario, had met the Las Vegas Raiders before getting the chance to demonstrate his skills in front of the “Pats”.