| # | 05 |
|---|---|
| Name | Jeremy Conley |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Position | Linebacker |
| Current Team | Pforzheim Wilddogs |
| Past Teams | Pforzheim Wilddogs |
| Leagues | German Football League |
| Seasons | 2025, 2026 |
| Age | 25 |
Jeremy Conley is one of the premier American linebackers in the German Football League (GFL), renowned for his exceptional tackling ability, defensive intelligence, and consistent performance at the highest level. Before joining the Pforzheim Wilddogs, Conley was a highly sought-after defensive force, even leading the entire GFL in tackles during the 2023 season while playing for the Straubing Spiders. He has a reputation for being physical, reading opposing offenses early, and serving as a crucial emotional and strategic leader for the defense. Conley’s decision to re-sign with the Pforzheim Wilddogs for the 2026 GFL season is a massive signal of continuity and ambition for the club, securing a veteran playmaker who takes responsibility both on and off the field. His presence guarantees that the Wilddogs’ defense remains stable and competitive as they enter their second top-tier season.
Previous stations
- Pre-2018: Unknown/US Collegiate career.
- 2018–2022: ifm Razorbacks Ravensburg (GFL2/GFL) – Linebacker (#5).
- 2023: Straubing Spiders (GFL) – Linebacker.
- 2024–Present: Pforzheim Wilddogs (GFL2/Erima GFL) – Linebacker (Signed through 2026).
Credits
- Linebacker Jeremy Conley bleibt ein Wilddog – Andrade #0 geht – Foot Bowl (Official 2026 Re-signing)
- Was lange währt wird endlich gut – Jeremy Conley kommt nach Straubing (2024 Signing/Tackling Leader Info)
- 5 Jeremy Conley (LB) – GFL Stats (2022 Season Statistics)
- Jeremy Conley feiert sein erzwungenes Fumble… – Imago (2025 Fumble Photo)
Achievements
Team Achievements
- 2024: GFL2 Süd Champion (Pforzheim Wilddogs).
- 2024: Promotion to the German Football League (GFL) (Pforzheim Wilddogs).
- Instrumental in his former team’s, the Straubing Spiders’, push for a playoff spot in 2023.
Personal Achievements
- 2023: GFL Tackling Leader (Led the entire GFL North and South in total tackles).
- Consistently ranked among the Top-10 Tacklers in the GFL over multiple seasons (including 2018, 2023, 2024).
- Regarded as a key emotional and performance leader for the Pforzheim Wilddogs’ defense.
Selected Statistics
- In the 2023 GFL season (with Straubing), he recorded 133 total tackles, securing the GFL tackling crown.
- In a representative 2022 GFL season (with Ravensburg), he logged 133 total tackles, 1 sack, and 1 forced fumble over 12 games.
- As of the 2025 GFL season, he continues to be among the top tackle leaders in the league.
- He secured a forced fumble and turnover against the Schwäbisch Hall Unicorns during the 2025 GFL season.
Other
- **Full Name:** Jeremy Conley.
- **Playing Style:** Described as high-physicality and consistent, delivering top performance year after year.
- **Recruitment History:** He was heavily sought after by multiple GFL teams every off-season, highlighting his value as a defensive import.
- **Quote (2024, on moving to Straubing):** “I think he is on the wish lists of defensive coaches throughout the GFL every winter… It was time for a change of scenery for me, and I just had the best feeling in Straubing!” (He subsequently moved to Pforzheim).
- **Pforzheim Role:** He is a cornerstone of stability and experience, crucial for a team establishing itself in the GFL.
