C. J. Conrad

Christian Jacob "C. J." Conrad (born May 9, 1996) is an American football coach and former player who is currently the tight ends coach at Kent State University. He played tight end at the University of Kentucky.

College career
In his career at Kentucky, Conrad compiled eighty receptions, one thousand fifteen receiving yards, and twelve receiving touchdowns. His twelve touchdowns are second all-time for tight ends at Kentucky behind James Whalen.

Playing career
After going undrafted in the 2019 NFL Draft, Conrad was signed by the New York Giants. He was waived on August 31, 2019 and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He was released on September 17. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Giants on January 2, 2020. On April 28, 2020, Conrad was released by the Giants.

Coaching career
In July 2020, Conrad joined the University of Kentucky football staff as a graduate assistant while pursuing his master's degree.

On June 15, 2023, he was hired to be the tight ends coach at Eastern Kentucky.

Personal life
His parents, Mike and Lois Conrad, both played basketball at Tiffin University. His brother, Austin, plays defensive end at Ohio. His sister, Mackenzie, played collegiate softball at Akron and Coastal Carolina.