JOHN CONNER RUMORS & GOSSIP
Return of ‘The Terminator’
The Bengals signed John Conner, aka The Terminator, to a two year contract Saturday after placing fullback Chris Pressley on injured reserve after he suffered a knee injury in the Thursday night win against the Eagles. Conner drew attention two seasons ago for his role in the Hard Knocks program featuring the Jets, but he was a player I absolutely coveted going into the draft...
Jets sign FB Conner
The New York Jets signed fullback John Conner Saturday to replace Chris Pressley, who was placed on injured reserve. Conner was drafted by the Jets in 2010 but was cleared from the roster earlier this season in an injury settlement. Pressley injured his right knee in Thursday night's victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. He started in seven of the 14 games he played this year.
TERMINATED: FB Conner Released, LB Dowtin Signed from Practice Squad
New York Jets fullback John Conner, who made a splash as a rookie in 2010 when the Jets were featured on HBO’s “Hard Knocks,” was released on Wednesday.
The fullback became known as a rookie for his crushing blocks, but he never really lived up to expectations and filled Tony Richardson’s potentially Hall-of-Fame cleats.
The Terminator was waived as he and the team were able...
Via NY Sports Nut
October 19, 2012
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Jets release fullback John Conner
The New York Jets have reached an injury settlement and released fullback John Connor after drafting him in the 5th round of the 2010 draft.This is come what of a surprised since Connor is arguably one of the best fullbacks in the NFL.Jets head coach Rex Ryan didn’t rule out ppssibly bringing Connor back some time this season. he claimed they needed his roster spot. I’m not...
Jets without Keller, Hill and Conner vs. Texans
The New York Jets' struggling offense will be without tight end Dustin Keller, wide receiver Stephen Hill and fullback John Conner against the Houston Texans with hamstring injuries.
All three are inactive Monday night after not practicing last week. The Jets are already playing without top wide receiver Santonio Holmes, who suffered a season-ending foot injury last week, leaving...
Via AP on Fox
October 08, 2012
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New York Jets – State Of The Roster
Over the weekend I had the opportunity to have an extended conversation with a former NFL personnel executive and scout about the state of the New York Jets roster. This individual still works in the league and requested anonymity, here are a few of the most interesting excerpts of our conversation -
John Conner - He cited Conner as one of the least valuable players in the NFL...
New York Jets Sign Devon Torrence, Release Fui Vakapuna and Tracy Wilson
The New York Jets announced a few small roster moves today, signing cornerback Devon Torrence and releasing fullback Fui Vakapuna and defensive back Tracy Wilson. Devon Torrence spent time with the Minnesota Vikings and Cincinnati Bengals last season, now entering his second year in the NFL out of Ohio State.
The New York Jets are staying busy with small roster tweaks early on...
Jets focused on chalk talk, not smack talk
Green and White Report's Rick Laughland had a chance to catch up with Jets fullback John Conner to discuss the state of the team and his expectations for the upcoming season.
Via nyj.scout.com
August 01, 2012
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Turner, Conner talk Sparano, Tebow & flag football
BROOKLYN, NY -- With the Jets meeting with coaches and receiving their new playbook from their new offensive coordinator Tony Sparano, players seem excited for a fresh start."Tony is a no-nonsense type of guy. I think he's going to be great for this offense and great for this team. Guys really seem to be responding well to him, so I think he's going to be a big edition...
Conner starting to find his way
Of all the nicknames floating around for Jets fullback John Conner, in Dustin Keller's estimation, there's only one that truly suits his teammate.
Via The Boone Docks
December 17, 2011
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