Murray in motion: Cards weigh how much to run star QB
Kyler Murray has established that he's got the arm to be one of the NFL's elite quarterbacksSEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JAMES CONNER #6 - RUNNING BACK - ARIZONA CARDINALS
697 YDS •
159 ATT •
5 TD
697 YDS
159 ATT
5 TD
Browns looking to finish long climb to top in AFC North
The Browns are AFC North bottom dwellers no moreSEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Defending AFC North champ Steelers retool around Big Ben
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has returned for an 18th season, with a cast of fresh faces around him as he chases a third Super Bowl titleSEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Plenty of familiar faces playing in new places around NFL
Lots of familiar faces are playing new places around the NFL this seasonAUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Makes debut with Arizona Conner (toe) had two carries for one yard during Friday's preseason loss to the Chiefs.
Impact Fellow running back Chase Edmonds got the start and first carry of the game before Conner received the next two touches given to Cardinals RBs. Considering Edmonds is a holdover and Conner has more experience overall, the preceding breakdown of touches may be the status quo in Arizona's offense this season. Conner, a fifth-year pro, signed a one-year deal in the offseason, but he spent most of it in recovery mode due to toe surgery. Then, he missed some practices over the last week due to a stay on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Now that Conner is healthy and available, though, Edmonds and Conner enter the coming campaign as a 1A-1B backfield pairing.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Removed from COVID-19 list Conner (toe) was removed from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Conner was on the list for just four days and now can return to practice, though he's reportedly been limited this summer after having toe surgery in the offseason. While an appearance in one of the Cardinals' final two preseason games would help alleviate concerns, it could be tough to get a read on the extent of Conner's regular-season role before Week 1. Chase Edmonds played the first two drives in Arizona's preseason opener and took four touches for 20 yards.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Placed on COVID list Conner has been added to the reserve/COVID-19 list after being deemed a high-risk close contact, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact Conner, who had been dealing with a toe issue, thus is a question mark for Friday's preseason game against the Cowboys. When available, Conner is expected to combine with Chase Edmonds in what the Cardinals hope will be an effective one-two backfield punch in 2021.
AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cancer survivor James Conner determined to thrive in backfield sharing role with Cardinals James Conner joins the Cardinals running back room and is set to be paired with Edmonds in the backfield.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Arizona Cardinals add depth to backfield, sign RB Ito Smith
The Arizona Cardinals have signed running back Ito SmithAUGUST 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pick a number: NFL players relish new single-digit identity
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson is among the NFL players who took advantage of a rule change allowing more options for jersey numbers this yearAUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Held out of practice Conner (toe) didn't participate in 11-on-11s or 7-on-7s over the weekend, Jess Root of Yahoo Sports reports.
Impact Conner had toe surgery at some point this offseason but reportedly participated in June OTAs. It's unclear if he's dealing with a new injury or simply being eased into practice at training camp. Either way, the Cardinals hope Conner and Chase Edmonds can form an effective tandem in the backfield this year. The depth options are lacking, to say the least, with Jonathan Ward, Eno Benjamin, Khalfani Muhammad and Tavien Feaster offering minimal NFL experience.
AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Steelers open camp with new faces, same expectations
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened training camp with plenty of new faces on offense following a busy offseasonJULY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
On track for training camp Conner (toe) participated in OTAs in June, according to Jess Root of CardsWire.
Impact Conner had offseason toe surgery and was expected to be healthy at some point in June. It isn't clear if he was a full participant in OTAs, but the ability to practice in any capacity suggests he should be ready for the start of training camp in late July. Signed to a one-year, $1.75 million contract this spring, Conner will compete with Chase Edmonds for snaps and touches out of the Arizona backfield.
JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
James Conner: 'A lot of play-making will be happening' in my first year with Cardinals Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner joins
JUNE 5, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Roethlisberger says it was his idea to take pay cut
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger said it was his idea to take a voluntary pay cut and help ensure his return for an 18th seasonJUNE 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ready to run? Steelers use draft to address running game
The Pittsburgh Steelers invested heavily in improving their sagging running game during the NFL draftMAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Quick impact? Cards expect early picks will help from Day 1
The Arizona Cardinals are hoping their first two picks in the NFL draft can help the franchise immediatelyMAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers turn to Alabama star Harris to jump-start run game
The Pittsburgh Steelers are turning to Alabama star Najee Harris to give their running game a joltAPRIL 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Steelers have plenty to shop for with 24th overall pick
The Pittsburgh Steelers have an extensive shopping list heading into the NFL draftAPRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Arizona flush with vets, now eyes youthful help in secondary
Kyler Murray’s four-year rookie contract is halfway over and the 2019 No. 1 overall pick has rewarded the Arizona Cardinals with two years of high-quality quarterback playAPRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gerry Dulac: Why let James Conner walk? It’s all part of the plan PITTSBURGH — The decision to move on from James Conner should come as no surprise. It's all part of an incremental plan to fix one of the NF...
APRIL 17, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
3 reasons Steelers will regret letting James Conner walk The Steelers have shown this past season that there is not an abundance of talent in the RB room. Pittsburgh made it known pretty early thi...
APRIL 16, 2021 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Steelers should replace James Conner with this player in the NFL Draft With James Conner leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency, the team could look to the NFL Draft to find their next feature back. A ye...
APRIL 14, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM
Signing of James Conner is lukewarm at best The signing of James Conner is frustrating. This is another of those "Keim gonna Keim" moments that make you scratch your head. This team an...
APRIL 14, 2021 • RAISINGZONA.COM
Cardinals give RB James Conner fully guaranteed contract worth $1.75 million The deal isn’t for too much, it doesn’t change anything about the draft and won’t affect compensatory picks.
APRIL 14, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
