Colorado OT David Conner will be sidelined for an unknown amount of time, according to Deion Sanders via Thee Pregame Show.
The Florida transfer came to Boulder in April and recently tore his pectoral during conditioning drills for the Buffs. A huge loss for Sanders, who raved about Conner's off-season progression and said he's working to keep the big man involved with the team through this process.
"I just spoke to him in the weight room the other day. I said tell me what you need to stay attached," Sanders noted. "I know you're hurt. I know it's gonna be a minute before you get back, but I need you attached to the team."
He went on to say, "I don't know how long he's going to be out. I don't know if he's going to be available this season. I pray so."
A native of Atlanta, Conner transferred to Deerfield Beach, Fla. prior to the start of his senior year of high school. He committed to the Gators with several offers including the likes of Arizona, Syracuse, and Maryland.
The 6-foot-5, 300-pound Conner decided to redshirt for the Gators and was dealing with a thumb injury last year. He has a full four years of eligibility remaining on the books.
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