has hit the field. He would end up making the team over running back Alonzo Coleman. He recorded his first professional carry and touchdown on October 23, against the St. Louis Rams. On December 9, he was placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. In 2012, he was the third-string running back, registering 25 carries for 61 yards, one touchdown and 9 special teams tackles (sixth on the team). In 2013, he was the third-string running back, registering 9 carries for 12 yards, one touchdown and 9 special teams tackles (fifth on the team). On February 23, 2014, after he was set to count $1.389 million against the salary cap, the Cowboys did not offer a restricted free agent tender, making him a free agent. During his time with the team, he mainly played on special teams, while registering 56 carries for 149 yards and 2 touchdowns as a backup running back. Indianapolis Colts On July 29, 2014, Tanner was signed by the Indianapolis Colts as a free agent, after releasing running back Chris Rainey. He was cut on August 20. Dallas Cowboys (second stint) On August 27, 2014, he was signed as a free agent by the Dallas Cowboys to play in the last game of the preseason, because of injuries at the running back position. He was released on August 30. Buffalo Bills On October 21, 2014, Tanner was signed by the Buffalo Bills after injuries to Fred Jackson and C. J. Spiller. He was cut on November 20, to make room for tight end MarQueis Gray. San Francisco 49ers On December 17, 2014, he was signed as a free agent by the San Francisco 49ers. He wasn't re-signed at the end of the year, after playing in the final two games mainly on special teams. Personal life In 2019, Tanner entered the coaching ranks, serving as a special teams assistant coach for the Dallas Cowboys, his original NFL team. In March 2020, he joined former Cowboys teammate Jon Kitna's coaching staff at Burleson High School. References External links Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders bio 1988 births Living people Track and field athletes from Dallas Players of American football from Dallas American football running backs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders football players Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders men's track and field athletes Dallas Cowboys players Buffalo Bills players San Francisco 49ers players Dallas Cowboys coaches High school football coaches