New York Giants
Dan Connor - #53 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 241 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/02/1985 |
| Birthplace | Wallingford, PA |
| College | Penn State |
| Years played | 6 |
| Drafted | 2008, 3rd round, 11th pick by Panthers |
Jacobs, Bradshaw run all over Redskins
Brandon Jacobs and Ahmad Bradshaw turned Sunday's meeting with the Washington Redskins into a rout, rushing for all four touchdowns and 200 yards in a 31-7 Giants victory.
Giants concerned about OT Andrews' health
With OLT Shawn Andrews missing his second consecutive game in Week 13, the Giants are worried that his back problems will linger, according to NFC East Whispers.
Giants not worried about run defense
The Giants' run defense was disconcertingly bad for three quarters against the Jaguars, but they believe they have figured out the problems from the game.
Manning making due with Giants’ depleted receiving corps
In a matter of a couple weeks, the Giants went from having one of strongest receiving corps to one of the thinnest. That's not what Eli Manning owners wanted to hear.
Manning leads Giants to comeback win over Jaguars
Eli Manning threw a 32-yard touchdown pass to Kevin Boss with 3:15 to play and the Giants rallied to beat Jacksonville 24-20 on Sunday, snapping a two-game slide and ending the Jaguars' three-game winning streak.
Giants worried about Manning's turnovers
While he's in no danger of losing his job, QB Eli Manning's penchant for fumbles and interceptions this season concerns the Giants, according to NFC East Whispers.
Giants OLT Andrews released from hospital
Giants starting OLT Shawn Andrews was released from the hospital Saturday after undergoing treatment for a chronic back condition.
Giants RB Jacobs fined $20,000
Giants RB Brandon Jacobs was fined for "unsportsmanlike conduct toward fans" after an incident last week in Philadelphia.
Giants OT Andrews' back issues flaring up
The New York Daily News reports that Giants OLT Shawn Andrews was unable to participate in Thursday's practice because of back pain and later went to a hospital because of issues related to his troublesome back.
Giants not benching Bradshaw for good
The Giants' decision to bench RB Ahmad Bradshaw is a temporary measure, and it might end up helping him in the long term.
Giants claim WR Thomas
The Giants added another wide receiver on Wednesday, claiming WR Devin Thomas off waivers one day after signing Michael Clayton.
Coughlin: Jacobs gets start over Bradshaw
Giants head coach Tom Coughlin announced that Brandon Jacobs will start ahead of Ahmad Bradshaw in Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Giants sign WR Clayton
The Giants have signed former Buccaneers WR Michael Clayton to fill a spot on a banged-up receiving corps.
2011 NFC East free-agent preview
Here is our exclusive team-by-team list of NFC East players who are likely to become free agents in March, such as Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw.
Giants will be shorthanded at receiver
It was clear that the Giants missed WR Steve Smith in their loss to the Eagles, but now they must deal with now having Hakeem Nicks either.
PLAYER NEWS
Connor has signed with the New York Giants as a free agent. The Giants announced the signing of the former Penn State product Saturday without disclosing details.|||||||
Connor can play both inside and outside, so his signing casts some doubt on whether New York will bring back middle linebacker Chase Blackburn, who is a free agent.
The Dallas Cowboys have released linebacker Dan Connor and restructured the contracts of three more players, moves expected to get the team under the salary cap.|||||||
Connor was one of seven free agents Dallas added in free agency last offseason. He got a two-year contract and started eight games after Sean Lee and Bruce Carter were injured.
Connor never returned after halftime of Sunday's game against the New York Giants because of a neck strain.|||||||
Connor, who started in place of injured leading tackler Sean Lee, got hurt early in the second quarter. He remained down on the ground at the end of a play when the Giants fumbled. The Cowboys said Connor was out of the game.
Connor is expected to start in place of Sean Lee, who was lost for the season with a broken right toe.|||||||
Connor, a free agent addition in the offseason, took most of Lee's playing time in the second half of last week's 19-14 win at Carolina. Connor is listed as a starter alongside Bruce Carter in the middle of the Dallas defense, with Ernie Sims backing him up.
Tight end Jeremy Shockey and Connor are inactive for Carolina's game against the Detroit Lions.|||||||
Shockey had been doubtful with injured ribs and Connor had been questionable with a shoulder injury.
