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John Conner | Running Back

Team: Cincinnati Bengals
Age / DOB:  (25) / 6/8/1987
Ht / Wt:  5'11' / 245
College: Kentucky
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Bengals signed FB John Conner.
The Jets waived Conner due to injuries in October. He was dealing with a hamstring issue and a sprained MCL at the time, but has been reportedly training for the last seven weeks. The former "Hard Knocks" star will replace FB Chris Pressley, who was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury. Sat, Dec 15, 2012 12:36:00 PM
Source: Joe Reedy on Twitter

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John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets waived FB John Conner with an injury settlement and promoted LB Marcus Dowtin from their practice squad.

Conner gained fame on "Hard Knocks" thanks to his bone-bruising blocks on special teams, but the Jets quickly soured on his lead-blocking ability. An MCL sprain sealed the deal here.
Wed, Oct 17, 2012 12:59:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets declared FB John Conner, QB Greg McElroy, DB Donnie Fletcher, DE Damon Harrison, OT Dennis Landolt, TE Dustin Keller, and OG Caleb Schlauderaff inactive for Week 3 against the Dolphins.

No real surprises here. Keller (hamstring) and Conner (knee) are injured. Darrelle Revis is healthy and starting. Fletcher was just signed off the practice squad. The rest of the players here are weekly healthy scratches.
Sun, Sep 23, 2012 11:38:00 AM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets FB John Conner (knee) has been ruled out for Week 3 against the Dolphins.

Conner has been dealing with an MCL issue for the past two weeks. Going up against a stout Miami run defense, Shonn Greene is a fantasy situation to stay far away from. The Jets will also be without tight end Dustin Keller.
Related: Shonn Greene
Source: Manish Mehta on Twitter
Sat, Sep 22, 2012 02:12:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets FB John Conner (MCL) has "avoided serious injury," and is day-to-day.

Conner aggravated an MCL sprain in yesterday's loss, but could be ready for Sunday's tilt with the Dolphins. The Jets' running game struggled mightily against the Steelers, but it's doubtful Conner's absence was a major factor.
Source: New York Daily News
Mon, Sep 17, 2012 01:13:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets FB John Conner aggravated his knee injury during Sunday's loss to the Steelers.

Conner came into the game with a sprained MCL and tweaked it. He'll have an MRI on Monday.
Source: Manish Mehta on Twitter
Sun, Sep 16, 2012 09:30:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

John Conner (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Steelers.

Conner was active for the season opener, but was limited in practice this week with a knee injury. The Jets would be forced to use two tight ends in their rushing offense if Conner is ruled out. Antonio Cromartie (shoulder), WR Stephen Hill (calf), and NT Sione Pouha (lower back) are all officially listed as probable.
Sat, Sep 15, 2012 07:33:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets FB John Conner is not assured of a spot on the team's 53-man roster.

TE Josh Baker is a lock to make the team and can play the position. ESPN New York's Rich Cimini points to the diminishing role of the fullback as the reason why Conner may not stick, but the Jets intend in relying heavily on the run. It would be a moderate surprise if the "Terminator" was waived.
Related: Josh Baker
Source: ESPN New York
Sun, Aug 26, 2012 11:47:00 AM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets FB John Conner is working to improve his pass-catching skills at Mark Sanchez's offseason camps.

Tony Richardson had only nine catches in three years with the Jets. Already a bone-crushing blocker and productive special teamer, Conner is trying to improve his versatility. "When you talk about John, he immediately gets put into that ‘Terminator’ role," OC Brian Schottenheimer said. "That’s what everybody talks about. But you’re talking about a guy who’s an awfully good athlete."
Source: New York Daily News
Fri, Jun 3, 2011 02:53:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

The New York Daily News' Manish Mehta thinks Jets FB John Conner will do more than just block in 2011.

Mehta believes Conner, who is primed to be the Jets' lead blocker after a year of studying under Tony Richardson, is also in line for some carries and catches. All eight of his 2010 carries came in Week 17, when Conner tallied 44 yards and a touchdown. Unless Conner develops into a red-zone back, however, he won't sniff fantasy value in a crowded Jets backfield.
Source: New York Daily News
Sun, May 8, 2011 08:26:00 AM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

The New York Daily News confirms that John Conner will be the Jets' starting lead blocker in 2011.

"The Terminator" flashed beastly potential by paving the way for Joe McKnight's 173-total yard Week 17 effort, but never topped 20 snaps in any other game. He didn't even play a down in the playoffs. Conner is clearly the team's lead blocker. Free agent Tony Richardson is unlikely to be retained.
Source: Manish Mehta on Twitter
Tue, Mar 1, 2011 11:48:00 AM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

The Jets are expected to move on from free agent Tony Richardson this offseason, and make John Conner their starting lead blocker.

Richardson's play tailed off dramatically in 2010, while in Conner's lone start he paved the way for Joe McKnight's unlikely 173-total yard Week 17 game. Conner is ready for the job full time. He'll help Shonn Greene's cause in 2011.
Source: ESPN New York
Thu, Jan 27, 2011 09:19:00 AM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

John Conner rushed eight times for 44 yards and a touchdown in Week 17.

It took Conner 17 weeks to earn a post-game Rotoworld blurb, as "The Terminator" had zero carries and two receptions heading into the regular season finale. Conner came about an inch from losing a fumble at the end of his 16-yard touchdown rumble, but the booth rightfully let the touchdown stand. Conner played second fiddle to Joe McKnight, running hard on each of his carries. He won't be a factor as a runner or receiver in the playoffs.
Sun, Jan 2, 2011 05:00:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets RBs coach Anthony Lynn indicated on Wednesday's episode of HBO's Hard Knocks that rookie John Conner could overtake Tony Richardson to be the team's starting fullback.

The entire Jets staff, from Rex Ryan on down, is clearly a fan of "our fullback from Kentucky." Conner impressed with physical lead blocking in the team's preseason opener Monday night. The Jets may ultimately have to keep both fullbacks, potentially costing a tailback like rookie Joe McKnight a roster spot. McKnight is not generating much confidence from Lynn, Ryan, and Co.
Related: Tony Richardson, Joe McKnight
Wed, Aug 18, 2010 11:00:00 PM
John Conner - RB - Bengals

Jets coach Rex Ryan has raved about the play of rookie FB John Conner.

"That Kentucky kid showed up today; he was out there thumping people,’’ Ryan said. "He took the breath out of three linebackers out there. I’ve never seen that before. Now you know why he has such a short neck.’’ Conner won't beat out veteran Tony Richardson, but he'll be groomed to eventually replace him and appears to already be winning over the coaching staff.
Source: New York Post
Tue, Aug 3, 2010 01:02:00 PM

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