John Griffin (American football)

John Griffin (born December 17, 1988) is an American football running back for the New York Jets of the National Football League. He signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent in 2011. He played college football at Northeastern until he transferred to the University of Massachusetts for his senior season.

High school career
He attended Oakmont Regional High School in Massachusetts where he just played one year on the varsity team. He broke the high school record for touchdowns in a single season with 25.

College career
He played his first three seasons at Northeastern until transferring to the University of Massachusetts. He was named to the 2010 CAA Third Team and was a FCS Senior Bowl Preseason All-American while at the University of Massachusetts.

Cincinnati Bengals
On July 27, 2011, He signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent. On September 3, 2011, He was released.

Omaha Nighthawks
He played for the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League for the 2011 season.

New York Jets
On January 2, 2012, He signed with the New York Jets to a reserve/future contract. On August 8, 2012, He was waived.

Second Stint with the Omaha Nighthawks
He resigned with the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League for the 2012 season.

Second Stint with New York Jets
On November 5, 2012, He signed with the New York Jets to join the practice squad. On December 28, 2012, He was signed to the active roster.