John ConnerFBKentuckyDraftNasty.com DescriptionConnor has a nickname that shouldn't come as any surprise, 'The Terminator'. When it comes to his ability as a lead blocker, that has been the case for many opponents during the course of his career. John rates as one of the better lead blocking FBs in this year's draft and he has underrated athleticism as a premier special teams prospect. Related Content for John Conner:How Well Did Your Team Do in 2010?With the draft being over and mini-camps kicking off this week, see how DraftNasty graded your team's performance in this year's draft. http://www.draftnasty.com/football_content/blogs/john/how-well-did-your-team-do-in-2010 Kentucky vs Auburn In Game Scouting ReportMike Henshaw, the son of former NFL coach George Henshaw, is a former NFL scout with the New Orleans Saints. Hired by the Saints in the summer of 2007, Mike worked in the Personnel/Scouting department, assisting directors of personnel and Pro/College scou... http://www.draftnasty.com/football_content/conferences/sec_west/kentucky-vs-auburn-in-game-scouting-report Related Photos for Kentucky:Vanderbilt Guards shine in 81-77 win over the Crimson TideVanderbilt sophomore shooting guard John Jenkins (#23 pictured above the rim) scored 20 points in the Commodores' 81-77 victory over the Alabama Crimson Tide on Thursday night in Nashville, TN. The nation's 24th ranked team will attempt to secure its 18t... http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball/photo-gallery/vanderbilt-guards-shine-in-81-77-win-over-the-crimson-tide Missouri State vs Eastern Kentucky 9-3-10: Photo GalleryEastern Kentucky WR Orlandus Harris' (#9 reaching above) one hand snag was just one of the many highlights to start off the weekend last Friday afternoon. After getting stormed out of action in Springfield, MO on Thursday night, the Bears of Missouri Sta... http://www.draftnasty.com/football_content/blogs/corey/missouri-state-vs-eastern-kentucky-9-3-10-photo-gallery Related Videos for Kentucky:Hidden Gems, Vol XV: Western Kentucky RB/KR Antonio AndrewsAfter Western Kentucky won seven games in 2011, many wondered whether they would continue to field a strong running game. Why? Life simply isn't easy when trying to replace one of the program's best ever players in former star tailba... http://www.draftnasty.com/football/videos/draftnasty-spotlight-ncaa/hidden-gems-vol-xv-western-kentucky-rb-kr-antonio-andrews Houston Rockets, 1st Round pick, 18th overall: Terrence Jones F Kentucky-Video SpotlightMany felt the 2010-11 SEC Freshman of the Year (Terrence Jones, #3 pictured) would declare early for the 2011 NBA Draft. However, he returned for his sophomore year with hopes of winning a national championship. In the process, he pr... http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball/videos/nba-all-videos/terrence-jones-f-kentucky-draftnasty-video-spotlight 2012 East-West Shrine Game: Practice HighlightsDraftNasty.com had a chance to catch up with former Illinois WR A.J. Jenkins (pictured) and former Western Kentucky RB Bobby Rainey last week at the 2012 East-West Shrine Game Practices. Find out what each of these players brings to th... http://www.draftnasty.com/football/videos/in-season-post-game-reviews/2012-east-west-shrine-game-practice-highlights Hilltoppers field much improved teamLast Thursday night's matchup between Kentucky and Western Kentucky featured defense, defense and more defense. There were seven interceptions and just seventeen points in the Wildcats' 14-3 victory at LP Field in Nashville, Tenn. Th... http://www.draftnasty.com/football/videos/draftnasty-spotlight-ncaa/hilltoppers-field-much-improved-team 2011 NBA Draft Video Spotlight: Knicks get tougher with HarrellsonIn less than one year, Kentucky PF-C Josh Harrellson (# 55 pictured) emerged from bench warmer to 2nd Round pick in the 2011 NBA Draft. With a knack for rebounding and doing the 'Dirty' work, he established himself as Kentucky's enfor... http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball/videos/nba-all-videos/2011-nba-draft-video-spotlight-knicks-get-tougher-with-harrellso 2011 NBA Draft: Kentucky G/F DeAndre Liggins (2nd Rd, 53rd Overall): Orlando MagicThe Orlando Magic wanted a defender and grabbed one late in the draft with the selection of G/F DeAndre Liggins from Kentucky. Liggins, a member of the 2011 All-SEC Defensive Team, will give the Magic a versatile, athletic defender wi... http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball/videos/nba-all-videos/2011-nba-draft-kentucky-gf-deandre-liggins-2nd-rd-53rd-overall-o DraftNasty Video Spotlight: Former Wildcat Lumpkin proud of team successNot many players get an opportunity to play in one bowl game, but even fewer go to five in five years. Ricky Lumpkin did just that while at Kentucky. In fact, over the course of his career, he lined up with no fewer than five defensi... http://www.draftnasty.com/football/videos/draftnasty-spotlight-ncaa/draftnasty-video-spotlight-former-wildcat-lumpkin-proud-of-team DraftNasty Video Spotlight: Matthews reaches for new heightsAfter leaving the junior college ranks, Kentucky WR Chris Matthews (#88 pictured above) set out for bigger heights in the SEC. This past season, Matthews grabbed 61 receptions for 925 yards and 9 TDs. The 6'5 218-pounder ran in the mi... http://www.draftnasty.com/football/videos/draftnasty-spotlight-ncaa/draftnasty-video-spotlight-matthews-reaches-for-new-heights Jenkins stars in Vandy win over KentuckyJohn Jenkins (#23 pictured) put on a show this past Saturday in Nashville with a career-high 32 points as Vanderbilt won it's sixth SEC contest of the year and 18th game overall over Kentucky 81-77 in a matchup of Top 25 teams. http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball/videos/draftnasty-spotlight-ncaa/jenkins-stars-in-vandy-win-over-kentucky Video: Missouri State OT Arkin leads our FCS prospect watchDraftNasty.com recently got a chance to visit Springfield, MO to check out Missouri State's three-time MVC All Conference OG/OT David Arkin. Arkin, who has played all over the line, has the footwork and 'Nasty' approach that we valu... http://www.draftnasty.com/football_content/videos/missouri-state-ot-arkin-leads-our-fcs-prospect-watch Video Spotlight: G AJ Slaughter-Western KentuckySlaughter has done just that to his competition in recent years, averaging an impressive 17.5 pts/gm this past season. He also has shown the ability to be a good passer and is an above average ballhandler. While he lacks the size of ... http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball_content/videos/video-spotlight-g-aj-slaughter-western-kentucky Video Spotlight: 'Patterson may be lottery bound'Patrick Patterson may have taken a back seat at times to the star-studded freshman class that the Wildcats brought in this past season, but he remains a possible lottery selection in the 2010 NBA Draft. DraftNasty.com recently got a c... http://www.draftnasty.com/basketball_content/videos/video-spotlight-patterson-may-be-lottery-bound Spiller paves the way for Tigers in Music CityAll year long, CJ Spiller got it done on the big stage. Sunday night in Nashville was no different for the talented senior, who's a star both on the field and in the classroom. Kentucky, a team by no means devoid of talent in its own... http://www.draftnasty.com/football_content/videos/spiller-paves-the-way-for-tigers-in-music-city Got an item? Please send an email to [email protected] |
Prospect's NameJohn Conner CollegeKentucky Draft Year2010 Jersey Number38 Height (ft'in")5'11 1/8 Weight (lbs.)246 Playable Football PositionsFB DraftNasty Overall Rating60 |


