Connor Barry
| Penn State Nittany Lions | |||||||||
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| Position | Quarterback | ||||||||
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| Born | 2003 (age 22–23) Vienna, Virginia, U.S. | ||||||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||||||
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) | ||||||||
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| High school | James Madison (Vienna, Virginia) | ||||||||
| College | Appalachian State (2022) Christopher Newport (2023–2025) Penn State (2026–present) | ||||||||
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Connor Barry (born c. 2003) is an American college football quarterback for the Penn State Nittany Lions. He previously played for the Christopher Newport Captains and Appalachian State Mountaineers.
Early years and high school
Barry attended James Madison High School in Vienna, Virginia. As a left-handed quarterback, he helped lead the team to a 13–2 record and a state runner-up finish during his senior season in 2021.[1]
College career
Appalachian State (2022)
Barry began his collegiate career at Appalachian State as a preferred walk-on. He did not appear in any games during the 2022 season.[2]
Christopher Newport (2023–2025)
Barry transferred to Christopher Newport University prior to the 2023 season.
In 2023, as a freshman, he appeared in nine games (three starts), completing 42 of 74 passes for 745 yards, five touchdowns, and two interceptions. He also rushed 49 times for 150 yards and three touchdowns.[3]
Barry became the starting quarterback in 2024. He completed 68% of his passes for 1,947 yards, 15 touchdowns, and two interceptions while rushing for additional scores, helping the Captains to a 7–3 record. He earned first-team All-NJAC honors, NJAC All-Academic recognition, and was named state Quarterback of the Year by the Touchdown Club of Richmond.[3]
In 2025, Barry had a breakout season, setting Christopher Newport single-season records with 35 passing touchdowns and 2,866 passing yards. He completed 67% of his passes, averaged over 260 yards per game, and added 11 rushing touchdowns. He led the Captains to their first undefeated regular season (10–0) and a Division III playoff appearance. Barry was named NJAC Offensive Player of the Year, earned second-team AFCA All-America honors, was a Gagliardi Trophy semifinalist, received NJAC Offensive Player of the Week six times, and ranked second nationally in passing efficiency.[3][4][5][6][7][8] Barry finished his Christopher Newport career with 5,561 passing yards, 55 passing touchdowns, 596 rushing yards, and 18 rushing touchdowns. He holds multiple school records, including career touchdown passes (55) and passing efficiency (185.2).[3]
Penn State (2026–present)
In January 2026, Barry entered the NCAA transfer portal and committed to Penn State for his final year of eligibility following an official visit. He has one year of eligibility remaining.[9][10][11][12][13]
References
- ^ "Connor Barry – 2022 Football Roster". App State Athletics. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Connor Barry – 2022 Football Roster". App State Athletics. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Connor Barry – Football". Christopher Newport University Athletics. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Penn State lands Division III All-American quarterback transfer Connor Barry". 247Sports. January 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Penn State adds another transfer quarterback to 2026 roster". PennLive. January 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Christopher Newport's Connor Barry Named All-America by Football Coaches Association". Christopher Newport University Athletics. December 10, 2025. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "CNU's Connor Barry Named Semifinalist for Gagliardi Trophy". New Jersey Athletic Conference. December 12, 2025. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Connor Barry Named Offensive Player of the Year as NJAC Honors 16 Captains Following Undefeated Season". Christopher Newport University Athletics. November 21, 2025. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Penn State lands Division III All-American quarterback transfer Connor Barry". 247Sports. January 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Former Christopher Newport Quarterback Connor Barry Transfers To Penn State Football". Onward State. January 22, 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Penn State adds another transfer quarterback to 2026 roster". PennLive. January 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Transfer Portal: Penn State Lands a Quarterback". Nittany Sports Now. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Former CNU QB Connor Barry transfers to Penn State". The Daily Collegian. Retrieved January 22, 2026.