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2021 Fantasy Stats
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Win, 38-13
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2MIN
Win, 34-33
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3@JAX
Win, 31-19
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4@LA
Win, 37-20
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5SF
Win, 17-10
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6@CLE
Win, 37-14
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7HOU
Win, 31-5
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10CAR
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14LA
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16IND
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2021 Fantasy Stats
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1@TEN,
W 38-13
53----5.30
2MIN,
W 34-33
26----2.60
3@JAX,
W 31-19
43210--18.30
4@LA,
W 37-20
50216--20.60
5SF,
W 17-10
2918--10.70
6@CLE,
W 37-14
71----8.10
7HOU,
W 31-5
641---12.40
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  • Finds end zone in big win

    Conner carried the ball 10 times for 64 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-5 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: While Chase Edmonds saw a bigger workload with 16 touches, it was Conner who once again hit paydirt, scampering for an 18-yard TD in the fourth quarter. The former Steeler has six rushing touchdowns over the last four games compared to Edmonds' zero scores on the season, making Conner the more valuable fantasy asset in most formats heading into a Week 8 clash with the Packers.

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 8:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in win

    Conner carried the ball 16 times for 71 yards and caught his only target for zero yards in Sunday's 37-14 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: With Chase Edmonds playing through a shoulder injury and the Cards jumping out to a big early lead, Conner saw a big workload and set a new season high in rushing yards, although his TD streak ended at three games. The duo should remain in a timeshare in Week 7 against the Texans, who just got trampled by the Colts' Jonathan Taylor, but if Edmonds is healthier Conner may need another score to be worth an active roster spot in shallower fantasy formats.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Extends touchdown streak

    Conner ran for 29 yards and one touchdown on 10 carries against San Francisco on Sunday.

    Analysis: The Cardinals couldn't get their ground game going Sunday as Kyler Murray produced zero yards on seven attempts and Chase Edmonds (hamstring) finished with just 15 yards on six attempts, so Conner was no less efficient than the rest of the Arizona run game Sunday. He remains locked into a mid-sized role splitting the backfield with Edmonds, and with five rushing touchdowns in the last three weeks, there's reason to believe he'll continue getting the first stab at Arizona's rushing touchdown…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two more TDs against Rams

    Conner carried the ball 18 times for 50 yards and two touchdowns while catching both his targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 37-20 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: For the second straight game, Conner punched his way into the end zone twice, with both of Sunday's scores coming from the one-yard line. Chase Edmonds piled up 120 rushing yards, however, and remains the clear top option in the Cardinals' backfield timeshare. Conner will look for more goal-line opportunities in Week 5 against the 49ers.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice in win

    Conner rushed 11 times for 43 yards and two touchdowns and secured his only target for 10 yards in the Cardinals' 31-19 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Analysis: The offseason addition had his best game as a Cardinal yet, even as his 53-yard rushing tally Week 1 against the Titans featured a season high in yardage. Conner's ability to find the end zone twice in the second half -- going in from four yards in the third quarter before adding a one-yard score in the fourth -- is what made this performance a particularly fruitful one for fantasy managers, but the fact that backfield mate Chase Edmonds saw the same number of carries remains a confounding…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Musters 26 rushing yards

    Conner rushed eight times for 26 yards during Sunday's 34-33 win against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Through two games, Conner has logged 24 touches (all carries) to fellow running back Chase Edmonds' 29 (20 runs, nine catches). However, when looking at their respective stat lines, Conner is lagging far behind Edmonds in terms of yards from scrimmage (79 versus 181). With no utility as a pass catcher to speak of yet in what's been a high-flying offense directed by Kyler Murray, Conner is playing second fiddle to Edmonds, at least in terms of fantasy. Conner nonetheless has a fair matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 5:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy runner in Week 1

    Conner ran for 53 yards on 16 carries at Tennessee on Sunday.

    Analysis: It was a fairly heavy workload for the offseason pickup from Pittsburgh, but it was also an unusual scenario given that it was a blowout upset on the road with the Titans falling far behind early. Conner had zero targets to starter Chase Edmonds' four Sunday, so Conner would likely see less work In closer games and especially in contests where the Cardinals fall behind. Still, if the team's offense stays hot, then Conner might be able to offer occasional flex utility in some formats. The…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes debut with Arizona

    Conner (toe) had two carries for one yard during Friday's preseason loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: 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…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 8:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Removed from COVID-19 list

    Conner (toe) was removed from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Mon, Aug 2 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for training camp

    Conner (toe) participated in OTAs in June, according to Jess Root of CardsWire.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Tue, Jun 29 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with Arizona

    Conner (toe) agreed Tuesday with the Cardinals on a one-year, $1.75 million contract, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: Conner visited with the Cardinals on Monday and reportedly came to terms on a deal less than 24 hours later. After spending the first four years of his career in Pittsburgh, the soon-to-be 26-year-old joins an Arizona backfield where Chase Edmonds is the only other player with considerable NFL experience. Granted, the Cardinals still have plenty of time to add more bodies, particularly during the upcoming NFL Draft. Conner is still rehabbing from offseason toe surgery, but the expectation is…read more

    Published: Tue, Apr 13 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovering from surgery

    Conner is recovering from toe surgery but should be healthy in June, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: An unrestricted free agent, Conner is scheduled to meet with the Cardinals on Monday. He doesn't seem to have drummed up much interest otherwise, but a move to Arizona would give him a realistic shot to earn significant playing time, even if he settles for a one-year contract with minimal guarantees. Conner may end up waiting until after the 2021 NFL Draft, at which point team needs will be clearer.

    Published: Mon, Apr 12 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to visit Cardinals

    Conner is scheduled to visit the Cardinals, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: Following the free-agent departure of Kenyan Drake, it's pretty clear that the Cardinals need to bolster their backfield, either through the draft or by signing an experienced option like Conner. For now, Chase Edmonds sits atop the team's running back depth chart, and if Arizona elects to bring in Conner there's a path to a decent role. The 25-year-old is coming off a 2020 campaign in which he logged 169 carries for 721 yards and six TDs to go along with 35 catches for 215 yards in 13 games…read more

    Published: Mon, Apr 12 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could stay in Steel City

    The Steelers could try to re-sign Conner, but they won't necessarily bring him back as their starting running back, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Conner was the team's lead back for the final three season of his rookie contract, starting with a breakout 2018 in which he piled up 1,470 total yards and 13 touchdowns in 13 games. He sunk to 715 yards and seven TDs in 10 games the next season, before putting up 936 yards and six scores across 13 appearances in 2020. The 2017 third-round pick can become an unrestricted free agent in March, two months prior to his 26th birthday. Staying in Pittsburgh might give him his best shot at a starting…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 21 at 7:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 62 total yards

    Conner rushed the ball nine times for 37 yards in Week 17 against the Browns. He added five receptions for 25 yards.

    Analysis: Conner led the Steelers' backfield with nine carries, though the team attempted only 20 total rushes for the game. He remained involved as a receiver and has combined for 10 receptions and 70 yards across his last two games. Conner ends the regular season with 936 total yards, falling shy of 1,000 for the second consecutive campaign. He will presumably serve as the team's lead back throughout its playoff run prior to entering the offseason as a free agent.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in return

    Conner (quadriceps) carried five times for 20 yards and a touchdown while catching all five of his targets for an additional 45 yards during Sunday's 28-24 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Returning from a one-game absence, Conner marked the occasion with a one-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter. His carries were limited as his team trailed for the majority of the game, but he offset that by notching new season highs in catches and receiving yards. Conner has been held under 40 rushing yards in four of his last five games, but he is presumably healthy now and will look to finish the regular season on a high note in next Sunday's finale against the Browns.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to full practice

    Conner (quadriceps) practiced fully Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The full workout puts Conner -- who sat out Monday's loss to the Bengals -- on track to be available this weekend against the Colts. That said, Aditi Kinkhabwala of NFL Networkreported earlier in the week that Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that Benny Snell would "have the opportunity to be impactful" Week 16, after he accounted for 107 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 21 touches versus the Bengals. If that ends up being the case, Conner could have a much lower fantasy floor…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be back Week 16

    Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Conner (quadriceps) may be available for Sunday's game against the Colts, but he wouldn't guarantee that the 25-year-old would serve as Pittsburgh's lead back if he suits up, Aditi Kinkhabwala of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though the Steelers suffered an embarrassing 27-17 loss to the 3-10-1 Bengals while Conner was sidelined Week 15, fill-in starter Benny Snell was one of the few bright spots for Pittsburgh, rushing 18 times for 84 yards and a touchdown and hauling in three of four targets for 23 yards. Per Kinkhabwala, Tomlin said Tuesday that Snell will "have the opportunity to be impactful" against the Colts, suggesting Pittsburgh could opt for a timeshare out of the backfield if Conner gains clearance to…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Monday

    The Steelers have downgraded Conner (quadriceps) to out for Monday's game in Cincinnati.

    Analysis: Conner's quad injury will force him to miss his third game in four weeks. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Benny Snell is the favorite to draw the start in Conner's stead, though Jaylen Samuels and Anthony McFarland also will be candidates to handle increased roles.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to miss Monday's game

    The Steelers are expected to downgrade Conner (quadriceps) to out for Monday's game against the Bengals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Conner clearly wasn't himself Week 14, his first game back from a two-week absence, when he went for just 18 yards on 10 carries against Buffalo. Given the 25-year-old's injury history, the Steelers may simply be taking a cautious approach to his health while keeping an eye toward the postseason. Benny Snell is expected to start in Conner's place, while Jaylen Samuels and Anthony McFarland could also see increased roles.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Monday

    Conner (quad) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Bengals, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Conner was listed as a limited participant in practice for a second consecutive day Saturday, opening up the possibility the fourth-year back could be able to play against the Bengals in Monday's 8:15 p.m. ET tilt. Conner was hardly effective in the previous meeting with Cincinnati in Week 10 (13 carries for 36 yards), so fantasy managers may just want err on the side of caution, especially given the nature of the 25-year-old's injury and the timing of the Steelers' Week 15 kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Conner (quad) returned to practice Friday in a limited fashion, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: The activity is a step in the right direction for the Steelers' lead back, after he sat out Thursday's practice. Saturday's injury report will reveal whether Conner approaches Monday's game against the Bengals with an injury designation. If Conner ends up sitting out Week 15, Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels would be the next men up for touches and snaps out of the Pittsburgh backfield.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Thursday

    Conner (quad) didn't practice Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The running back still has two chances to return to practice this week, but his status must be closely monitored as Monday night's game against the Bengals approaches. If he's out or limited in Week 15, Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels would be in line to head the Steelers' backfield versus 2-10-1 Cincinnati.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to quad issue

    Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Conner is dealing with a quadriceps injury, Teresa Varley of Steelers.com reports.

    Analysis: A bout with COVID-19 forced Conner to sit out Weeks 12 and 13, and in his return to action this past Sunday in Buffalo he was second among Steelers running backs in offensive snap share (40 percent). Top honors went to Jaylen Samuels (47 percent), while Benny Snell (five percent) brought up the rear. Perhaps the combination of the lingering effects of the illness along with the quad issue led to a poor showing for Conner, who eked out just 18 yards on his 10 carries and wasn't targeted. Tomlin…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 1.8 YPC in ugly loss Sunday

    Conner (reserve/COVID-19) returned to action and rushed 10 times for 18 yards in Sunday's 26-15 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Conner was forced to miss the Steelers' last two contests, but he was finally cleared to resume team activities earlier this week. However, his fantasy managers may not have noticed that their running back returned to the field based on his anemic production. The Bills are no slouch on defense, so the rotten outing can be explained by a tough matchup and the extended layoff. Conner still saw the majority of backfield touches for Pittsburgh and will look to rebound against a Bengals run defense…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 10:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from COVID-19 list

    The Steelers activated Conner (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

    Analysis: With that, Conner is now on track to play Sunday against the Bills after missing Pittsburgh's previous two games. His return to action will be a welcome one after Washington held the Pittsburgh rushing attack to 21 yards on 14 carries Week 13 en route to upsetting the previously unbeaten Steelers.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back Week 14

    Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that he's optimistic Conner will be ready to return from the reserve/COVID-19 list prior to the team's Week 14 game against the Bills, Aditi Kinkhabwala of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Tomlin's comments suggest that Conner has been coming along well in his recovery since he tested positive for the coronavirus Nov. 28. Conner is first eligible to return from the list Wednesday, so if he clears all health-related protocols, the running back could be able to participate in the Steelers' first Week 14 practice. If he's ultimately active for the matchup with Buffalo, Conner would likely step back in as the Steelers' top running back after fill-in starter Benny Snell (eight carries…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to return Monday

    The Steelers can activate Conner (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, but he isn't expected to play in Monday's game against Washington, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Conner was placed on the reserve list after testing positive for COVID-19 back on Nov. 28. The move set the stage for Benny Snell to lead the Steelers backfield this past Wednesday against the Ravens, resulting in 19 touches for 93 yards from scrimmage for the second-year back. Assuming Conner remains sidelined, Snell will earn another start.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially placed on COVID-19 list

    Conner was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Mark Kaboly of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It was reported earlier Saturday Conner had tested positive for COVID-19, but the team had yet to make an official designation. This news seems to suggest the running back will miss, at minimum, Tuesday's contest against the Ravens, but it's entirely possible the game could be delayed even further after both teams added new additions to their respective COVID-19 lists.

    Published: Sat, Nov 28 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reportedly COVID-19 positive

    Conner reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 and will go through additional tests to determine his eligibility for Tuesday's contest against the Ravens, Aditi Kinkhabwala of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Steelers have not officially placed on Conner on the reserve/COVID-19 list yet so there's plenty of ambiguity surrounding the situation. Additional testing will be critical for a number of reasons, including the status of Tuesday's twice-postponed game, but more information will need to be sorted out before any sort of final decisions can be made.

    Published: Sat, Nov 28 at 9:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pops 25-yard run on Jaguars

    Conner registered 89 rushing yards on 13 carries, adding three receptions for 10 yards during Sunday's 27-3 win against Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Conner broke off a 25-yard rush on his second carry of the afternoon, riding that explosive play to a season-best yards-per-carry average of 6.8. One can't get too picky given that Conner had logged fewer than 3.2 YPC in three straight contests entering Sunday, but his receiving upside remains limited. Conner showed versatility with 55 receptions and 497 receiving yards in 2018, but he has no receiving scores thus far in 2020 and has been held under 15 receiving yards in four consecutive games.…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stymied by Bengals

    Conner carried the ball 13 times for 36 yards in Week 10 against the Bengals. He added two receptions for 12 yards.

    Analysis: Despite leading for the entirety of the game, Ben Roethlisberger threw 46 times and limited Conner's chances to make an impact. However, even when he had the ball in his hands, Conner was largely ineffective and limited to just 2.8 yards per carry. His longest rush of the day went for 16 yards, marking the third consecutive contest in which Conner has failed to gain more than 20 yards on a single play. Hampering Conner's value even further is his limited involvement in the passing game, as he…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in win over Cowboys

    Conner carried the ball nine times for 22 yards and caught both his targets for minus-2 yards in Sunday's 24-19 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Against what has been one of the worst defenses in the league, Conner and the entire Steelers offense came out flat, and Pittsburgh eventually got away from its running game in the second half while Ben Roethlisberger led a comeback. Conner will look for redemption in Week 10 against another soft front seven in the Bengals.

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 8:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD as team stays unbeaten

    Conner registered 47 rushing yards and one touchdown on 15 carries, adding three catches for 13 yards during Sunday's 28-24 win against the Ravens.

    Analysis: Conner scored rushing TDs in four consecutive appearances between Weeks 2 and 6, but he was unable to break into the end zone during Pittsburgh's preceding game against Tennessee despite fielding a season-high 23 offensive touches. The fourth-year back notched an important score in Sunday's AFC North clash, pushing the Steelers ahead 21-17 with 5:38 to go in the third quarter by way of his one-yard TD plunge. He's enjoyed a prominent offensive role of 18.3 touches per game as Pittsburgh readies…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kept out of end zone

    Conner carried the ball 20 times for 82 yards in Week 7 against the Titans. He added three receptions for 29 yards.

    Analysis: Conner was heavily involved in the Steelers' offense early on, drawing five carries on the team's first drive. It appeared he had capped that possession with a one-yard rushing score, though it was ultimately called back due to a facemask penalty. One drive later, Conner drew four more carries but was vultured by Benny Snell for a one-yard scamper into the end zone. This game marks the first time since Week 1 that Conner did not score or top 100 yards on the ground. He'll face another stiff…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 yards

    Conner rushed 20 times for 101 yards and one touchdown in Week 6 against the Browns. He added one reception for one yard.

    Analysis: Conner dominated work out of the backfield and topped 20 carries for the first time this season. He continued to produce with that volume, finding the end zone for the fourth consecutive game and reaching 100 yards on the ground for the third time in his last four contests. Despite the strong performance, Conner didn't provide many breakaway runs, posting double-digit yards on a carry only three times. Even so, he's proven to be the workhorse for the Steelers and should see plenty of volume…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone

    Conner carried the ball 15 times for 44 yards and a touchdown in Week 5 against the Eagles. He added three receptions for 19 yards.

    Analysis: Conner was held in check by the stout Eagles defensive line as 25 of his 44 yards came on a single carry. However, he still found the end zone on a one-yard score early in the third quarter to help salvage his performance. Even after the relatively poor effort, Conner has 350 total yards and three touchdowns through four contests. He should remain heavily involved in the offense as the Steelers take on the Browns in Week 6.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't see Titans in Week 4

    Conner and the Steelers will not take the field Week 4 against the Titans following additional positive COVID-19 tests within the Tennessee organization, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The initial plan was to move the game from Sunday to either Monday or Tuesday, but with reports of additional positive tests from another Titans player and personnel member surfacing, the league ultimately decided it would be best to postpone the contest. The Steelers were originally in line for a Week 8 bye, but it remains to be seen if that will stay intact with a new Week 4 bye now on the calendar.

    Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 6:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 149 scrimmage yards

    Conner carried 18 times for 109 yards and a touchdown while catching four of five targets for 40 additional yards during Sunday's 28-21 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Conner had a rather pedestrian start to the game and watched as Anthony McFarland and Benny Snell took away 14 touches. It appears that was in an effort to keep Conner fresh, as he helped Pittsburgh control the game in the second half and scored the decisive touchdown on a 12-yard run in the fourth quarter. He now piled up 270 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns over his last two games and will look to keep up his excellent production next Sunday against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dominates backfield production

    Conner carried 16 times for 106 yards and a touchdown while catching both his targets for an additional 15 yards in Sunday's 26-21 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Conner dealt with an ankle injury throughout the week and was rumored to be in for a timeshare with Benny Snell Jr., but he out-touched his teammate by 14 and scored a two-yard touchdown run to get the scoring started in the first quarter. Given his productivity in the face of adversity this week, Conner figures to dominate the touches again next Sunday against the Texans. Injuries remain a concern, however, so fantasy managers will hope he doesn't feel any lingering effects heading into the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May split carries with Snell

    Conner is expected to split carries with Benny Snell on Sunday in the Steelers' game against the Broncos, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though Conner was surprisingly able to avoid an injury designation heading into Week 2 after exiting with a sprained ankle in the season-opening win over the Giants, he may not reclaim the clear lead role out of the backfield that he's enjoyed for much of the past two seasons. While Conner sat out much of the Week 1 win, Snell turned heads with a 19-carry, 113-yard outing, which should earn the latter a more elevated role in Week 2. Coach Mike Tomlin hasn't specified what the distribution of…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 6:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go for Sunday

    Conner (ankle) practiced in full Friday and doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Conner emerged from the Steelers' Week 1 win against the Giants with a mild ankle sprain, and while the issue sidelined him at Wednesday's session, he proceeded to be listed as a full participant both Thursday and Friday. He should serve as the team's top running back this weekend, but coach Mike Tomlin may be convinced to take some of the strain off Conner to preserve him for the long term. As a result, Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels could be candidates for increased workloads Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice

    Conner (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Conner sustained what was believed to be a mild ankle sprain in Monday's win over the Giants, his ability to practice fully three days later still comes as something of a surprise. If Conner is able to repeat that activity level in the Steelers' final practice of the week Friday, he should be in good shape to play in Sunday's game against the Broncos. Although Conner remains the lead option in the Pittsburgh backfield when healthy and available, Ed Bouchette of The Athletic speculates…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unable to practice

    Conner (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: For his part, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com suggests that if he had to "bet on it right now," he would guess that Conner plays Sunday against the Broncos, despite spraining his ankle in the Steelers' season-opening win over the Giants. If, however, Conner's ankle injury sidelines or limits him Week 2, Benny Snell would be next up for touches out of the Steelers' backfield, with Jaylen Samuels in reserve as the top pass-catching option out of the backfield.

    Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids high-ankle sprain

    Conner is believed to have avoided a high-ankle sprain in the Steelers' 26-16 win over the Giants on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Steelers will send Conner in for further evaluation Tuesday, but Adam Schefter of ESPN relays that the team is "optimistic for a timely return" from the 25-year-old. Coach Mike Tomlin expressed similar positivity about Conner's situation when he met with the media Tuesday, saying the Steelers would "leave the light on" for the running back to potentially play Week 2 against the Broncos, per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. In the event Conner is sidelined this weekend, Benny Snell would…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Team hoping for swift return

    Conner suffered a sprained ankle in Monday's game versus the Giants but the team believes he may return quickly, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Conner will be examined Tuesday to get a full picture of the extent of his issue, but the initial diagnosis seems favorable. Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels handled the backfield duties after Conner's early exit Monday and would be in line for extra work in Week 2 should Conner be unavailable. Before leaving, Conner finished with nine yards on six carries to go with two receptions for eight yards.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 8:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return

    Conner (ankle) is officially considered questionable to return to Monday's matchup with the Giants, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: Conner had his left ankle taped up early in the second quarter but never returned. The Steelers did not officially label him questionable to return until early in the fourth quarter. He accumulated just nine yards on six carries and eight yards on two receptions prior to exiting the contest. Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels have handled duties in the backfield since his exit, with the former seeing more success.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 6:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures ankle Monday

    Conner had his left ankle taped early in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Giants, per Maria Taylor on the ESPN broadcast.

    Analysis: Prior to his departure, Conner had six carries for nine yards and reeled in two of four targets for eight yards. As long as Conner is sidelined, Benny Snell will handle early downs while Jaylen Samuels takes on a pass-catching role out of the Steelers backfield.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in business

    Conner (undisclosed) returned to practice Monday, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Conner didn't practice Saturday, but he's back Monday, which suggests his absence could have been maintenance-related or that the issue that sidelined him was minor. Either way, Conner is slated to reprise his role as the Steelers' lead back in 2020, with Jaylen Samuels, Benny Snell and Anthony McFarland jostling for backup/change-of-pace slotting.

    Published: Mon, Aug 24 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Saturday

    Conner (undisclosed) isn't practicing Saturday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN NFL Nation reports.

    Analysis: It could just be a maintenance day for Conner, who hadn't missed a practice since Pittsburgh began padded sessions. Expect an update on the reason for his absence if the running back misses any additional time.

    Published: Sat, Aug 22 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't sit out 2020

    Conner intends to play this upcoming season, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: With fellow cancer survivor Marcus Cannon opting out of the 2020 season for New England, there'd been some speculation about Conner doing the same in Pittsburgh. The fourth-year pro intends to play out the final year of his rookie contract however, potentially looking at a big payday next spring if he can pull off a repeat of his 2018 breakout. After missing six full games and the majority of two others last season, Conner took some time to let his body rest and then focused on a healthier…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 28 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds comfortable offseason routine

    Conner has been working out five or six days per week throughout the offseason, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Conner took some time to let his body heal after an injury-plagued 2019 campaign, but it doesn't sound like any of the issues have impacted his offseason routine. He says the pandemic has been conducive to a healthy lifestyle, forcing him to eat meals at home and leaving him with plenty of time to work out. The 25-year-old enters the final season of his rookie contract as the presumed leader of the Pittsburgh backfield, though he could face some snap competition from Jaylen Samuels, Benny Snell…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 24 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely leader of committee

    Conner (quadriceps) projects as the leader of a committee backfield in Pittsburgh, Ed Bouchette of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Unable to build on his 2018 breakout, Conner missed six full games plus the majority of two others in 2019, and he also noticed a significant dip in yards per carry (4.0) and a smaller dip in yards per target (6.6). Both numbers were better than what the Steelers got from Benny Snell (3.9 YPC, three catches) and Jaylen Samuels (2.7 YPC, 5.4 YPT), but now there's another body -- fourth-round pick Anthony McFarland -- entering the backfield mix after the team devoted a middle-round selection to…read more

    Published: Mon, May 4 at 5:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still viewed as starter

    Steelers GM Kevin Colbert still views Conner (quadriceps) as a starting running back, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. "We hope James can regain it," Colbert said. "And, if he's healthy, there's no reason he shouldn't. We don't want to say we don't have a starting running back because we feel we do."

    Analysis: Colbert said Conner was a disappointment in 2019 but also acknowledged that the running back was one of the top players at his position the year prior. There were still some flashes of good form last season, namely a four-week stretch from late September to late October in which Conner produced 449 total yards and five touchdowns. His season-end mark of 4.0 yards per carry fell a half-yard shy of his 2019 number, but it was still better than what Benny Snell (3.9 YPC) and Jaylen Samuels (2.7…read more

    Published: Thu, Feb 13 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Week 17

    Pittsburgh has ruled Conner (quadriceps) out for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: With Pittsburgh needing some help in Week 17 to punch its ticket to the postseason, Conner's 2019 campaign may well be over after he experienced another setback on the health front coming out of last Sunday's loss to the Jets. He'll be sidelined for the sixth time this season in the regular-season finale, likely leaving Benny Snell, Kerrith Whyte and Jaylen Samuels to take on most of the snaps and touches out of the backfield. Conner concludes the regular season with 715 yards from scrimmage…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Thursday

    Conner (quad) didn't practice Thursday.

    Analysis: With Conner listed as a non-participant for second straight day, his status for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Ravens remains murky. If he's ruled out for the contest, Benny Snell, Jaylen Samuels and Kerrith Whyte would be in line to combine to handle the Steelers' Week 17 rushing duties.

    Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined Wednesday

    Conner (quadriceps) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: More news on the running back's status will arrive Thursday, but coach Mike Tomlin previously noted that Conner's Week 17 availability "is very much in question." If Conner is limited Sunday against the Ravens or withheld from action entirely, Benny Snell, Jaylen Samuels and Kerrith Whyte would handle added work out of the Steelers' backfield.

    Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status up in air for season finale

    Coach Mike Tomlin called Conner's (quadriceps) status for Week 17 at Baltimore "very much in question," Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Conner has been unable to avoid the injury bug this season. At the moment, he's tending to a quad issue that he sustained on his final carry of Week 16, per Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com. While the results of an MRI haven't been released, Tomlin's comments aren't exactly encouraging for Conner's availability for the season finale. If he misses his sixth game of the campaign Sunday, Benny Snell Jr. and Jaylen Samuels would be in line for more prominent roles.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets quad checked out

    Conner underwent an MRI to assess the quad injury he sustained on his final carry in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Jets, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: For now, Conner's status for this weekend's regular-season finale against the Ravens is unclear. If he's unable to go or limited, Benny Snell, Jaylen Samuels and Kerrith Whyte would handle the Steelers' Week 17 backfield duties.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits game with thigh injury

    Conner was forced of Sunday's game against the Jets with a thigh injury.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Conner carried six times for 32 yards. In his absence, Benny Snell, Jaylen Samuels and Kerrith Whyte are on hand to handle the Steelers' backfield duties.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Resumes lead back role

    Conner (shoulder) rushed eight times for 42 yards and caught four passes (five targets) for nine yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Eight rushes may suggest that the team was taking it easy on their lead back in his first week back in action, but those eight carries led the backfield by a decent margin (the next-highest total was two carries). The Steelers simply could not do much against Buffalo's tough defense, and this resulted in few opportunities for all of the team's skill players. Expect Conner to get more involved in an easier matchup against the Jets on Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 9:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to action Sunday night

    Conner (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Bills, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Conner, who began the 2019 season as the Steelers' clear lead back, will thus see his first game action since Week 11, though it is unclear how large of a workload he'll see in his return to the team's backfield. With that in mind, look for Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels -- both of whom have been filling in for Conner -- to remain in the mix in Week 15. The potential committee arrangement makes all three backs hit-or-miss fantasy options Sunday night.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to share load in Week 15

    Conner (shoulder), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills but is expected to play, will likely split snaps and touches with Jaylen Samuels and Benny Snell in his return to the lineup, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though Conner logged full practices Wednesday through Friday, the Steelers are apparently inclined to ease him back into the mix after he sat out five of the team's last six games due to an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder. Snell has emerged as the lead option on the ground of late, but he'll likely notice at least a slight downturn in his carry count with Conner back in the fold after toting the ball no fewer than 16 times in any of the past three weeks. Samuels, meanwhile, profiles as…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 5:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

    Conner (shoulder), who is listed as questionable on the official injury report for Sunday's game against the Bills, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Conner was a full participant in practices Wednesday through Friday, so this report aligns with the prevailing belief that he'll put an end to his three-game absence. However, fantasy managers will want to double check his status prior to the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. Because of the time he's missed lately, Conner could be eased back into the mix with a more limited snap count rather than filling a high-volume lead role like he did in the Steelers' first seven games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 12:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable, despite full practice

    Conner (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Conner was a full participant in practices Wednesday through Friday, but he'll take an injury designation into the weekend nonetheless after the AC joint sprain in his right shoulder sidelined him for all but one of the Steelers' previous six games. Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, Conner previously told teammates that he believes he'll need surgery at some point to address the issue, but the running back looks like he'll attempt to play through the injury for now. Even if Conner is cleared to…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice

    Conner (shoulder) was listed as a full practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Coach Mike Tomlin has yet to confirm Conner will put an end to a three-game absence Sunday against the Bills, but things seem to be trending in that direction based on the running back's lack of limitations for the first practice of Week 15. If Conner is indeed back in the mix this weekend, it's unclear if he would immediately step into a clear No. 1 role out of the backfield, as Benny Snell and Kerrith Whyte have both had their moments over the past three weeks. A further unknown in the…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to practice this week

    Conner (shoulder) is expected to practice this week, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The proclamation from coach Mike Tomlin isn't a surprise, as Conner has been listed as a limited participant on five consecutive injury reports. Still, the running back has appeared in just one of the Steelers' last six games (Week 11). Assuming he makes it all the way back for Sunday's contest against the Bills, he should retake the No. 1 role in Pittsburgh's backfield.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back Week 15

    Conner (shoulder), who has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, is expected to return to action Week 15 versus the Bills, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Conner will be sidelined for the fifth time in six games due to the sprained AC joint in his right shoulder, paving the way for Benny Snell to carry the load on the ground for the Steelers, while Jaylen Samuels handles most of the passing-down work. Though it appears Conner may be ready to end his streak of absences Week 15, Garafolo notes that the running back previously has told teammates that he didn't think he would be able to play through the injury without getting surgery first. With that…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing another game Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest in Arizona, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Conner's prediction from Thursday has come to pass, meaning he'll miss his fifth game in the past six weeks. While he continues to recover from an AC joint injury in his right shoulder, the Steelers will turn to Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels out of the backfield.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Says he won't play Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) said Thursday that he won't play Sunday against the Cardinals, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Per the report, Conner, who last suited up Week 11, has been taking scout team reps this week and will thus look toward a possible return to action Week 15 against the Bills. The running back approached Week 13 action with an official doubtful tag, so it's possible that could be the case again this week, but he can safely be removed from Week 14 fantasy consideration. In his anticipated ongoing absence, Benny Snell is in line to continue to head the Steelers' backfield Sunday, while added…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice Wednesday

    Conner (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Conner, who last suited up Week 11, is making progress, but his status for Sunday's game against the Cardinals remains uncertain. If he's limited or out this weekend, added snaps would be available for Benny Snell, who headed the team's backfield the last two games. Extra work would also be available for Jaylen Samuels and Kerrith Whyte, to lesser degrees.

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered questionable

    Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Conner (shoulder) is "questionable as we stand here today" for Sunday's game at Arizona, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Tomlin indicated Conner was improving but couldn't say if or how much he'd be able to practice this week. The 24-year-old finished last week with a pair of limited practices before being listed as doubtful, so he should be participating in some capacity this week if he truly is improving. Benny Snell rushed 16 times for 63 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's win over the Browns, and he figures to again work as the early-down back should Conner be unable to return Week 14, with Jaylen Samuels in…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: With Conner still sidelined, Benny Snell profiles as the team's lead back in Week 13 after rushing 21 times for 98 yards in last weekend's 16-10 win over the Bengals. Meanwhile, Jaylen Samuels should see his share of work Sunday as a pass catcher out of the Steelers' backfield. Additionally, Kerrith Whyte and Trey Edmunds could also factor into the team's Conner replacement plan against Cleveland.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Week 13

    Pittsburgh lists Conner (shoulder) as doubtful for Sunday's game against Cleveland, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Conner is trending toward his fourth absence of the season and his second in a row after he was unable to practice in anything more than a limited capacity this week. Assuming Conner is ultimately included among the Steelers' seven inactive players Sunday, Benny Snell would profile as the team's lead option on the ground after carrying 21 times for 98 yards in the Week 12 win over the Bengals. Pass-catching specialist Jaylen Samuels and depth options Trey Edmunds and Kerrith Whyte could also…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Conner (shoulder) returned to a limited practice Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After logging a missed practice Wednesday, this is a positive step for the running back, who last suited up in Week 11. We should know more about his status for Sunday's game against the Browns no later than Friday, once the Steelers submit their final Week 13 injury report.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Conner (shoulder) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: At this stage, Conner looks iffy for Sunday's game against the Browns. If he ends up missing the contest, Benny Snell would presumably be in line to head the Steelers' Week 13 rushing attack, with Jaylen Samuels and Kerrith Whyte on hand to work in complementary roles.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 13

    Conner (shoulder) -- who sat out Week 12 action -- remains iffy for this Sunday's game against the Browns, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

    Analysis: The report suggests that the Steelers seem more hopeful about the Week 13 status of top wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster (concussion/knee). Additionally, the team may be inclined to err on the side of caution with Conner, considering the emergence of rookie Benny Snell, who logged 21 carries for 98 yards in this past Sunday's 16-10 win over the Bengals.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined Week 12

    Conner (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Cincinnati, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Conner was knocked out of the Steelers' Week 11 loss at Cleveland after aggravating the AC joint injury in his right shoulder, which kept him sidelined at practice this week. While he takes a seat for the third time in four contests, some combination of Jaylen Samuels, Benny Snell and Trey Edmunds will handle the reps out of the backfield.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Conner (shoulder) missed practice again Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As did JuJu Smith-Schuster (concussion/knee), with the duo increasingly likely to miss Sunday's game against the Bengals. If Conner ends up missing the contest, Jaylen Samuels and Trey Edmunds would be next in line for the Steelers' Week 12 carries, with Benny Snell and Kerrith Whyte candidates to work in reserve roles.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Conner (shoulder) didn't practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: At this stage, Conner is looking iffy for Sunday's game against the Bengals. If he's forced to sit out the contest, Jaylen Samuels and Trey Edmunds would be next in line for touches in Pittsburgh's backfield touches, with Benny Snell and Kerrith Whyte candidates to work in reserve.

    Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Sunday

    Adam Schefter of ESPN suggests that it "would be a mild upset" if Conner (shoulder) was available to play Sunday versus the Bengals.

    Analysis: In his return from a two-game absence for a Thursday night loss to the Browns in Week 11, Conner aggravated an AC joint injury in his right shoulder, which limited him to just 13 offensive snaps before he was pulled from the contest. If he's unable to suit up this weekend, added backfield work would be on tap for Jaylen Samuels, Trey Edmunds and Benny Snell.

    Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in limbo

    Conner's status is "up in the air" for Sunday's game at Cincinnati due to his shoulder injury, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: In his return last Thursday at Cleveland from a two-game absence, Conner aggravated the AC joint injury in his right shoulder, containing him to just 13 of 74 offensive snaps. According to Pelissero, Conner's injury isn't worse than it was previously, but his upcoming availability will depend on how he feels. The Steelers will take the practice field Wednesday, at which point Conner's health should become clearer.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles before exiting early

    Conner ran for 10 yards on five carries and caught one of two targets for six yards Thursday in Pittsburgh's 21-7 loss to Cleveland before departing in the first half after aggravating a right shoulder injury.

    Analysis: Returning after missing the last two games with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, Conner struggled to find room to run, with seven of his 10 yards coming on one carry. He re-injured the shoulder in the second quarter and was initially labeled questionable to return before being ruled out for the remainder of the contest. With 10 days before Pittsburgh's next outing Week 12 versus the Bengals, fantasy owners will need to take a wait-and-see approach with regard to Conner's availability for…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 9:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits Thursday's game

    Conner was removed from Thursday's game against the Browns to be evaluated for a shoulder injury.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old missed the previous two games with an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder but practiced fully this week, though he appears to have aggravated the injury during the first half Thursday. Conner was initially questionable to return but has since been ruled out. Jaylen Samuels and Trey Edmunds should handle backfield work for the Steelers in his absence.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 6:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play Thursday

    Conner (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation into Thursday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: Conner is thus slated to see his first game action since Week 8 and should head the Steelers' ground game this weekend. Meanwhile, Jaylen Samuels is in line to work in a complementary pass-catching role, leaving Trey Edmunds and/or Tony Brooks-James as the remaining depth options in the team's backfield.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully again Tuesday

    Conner (shoulder) practiced in full Tuesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports. "I'm making a lot of progress and I think I'll be good to go," Conner said. "I can't make any guarantees, but as of right now I am feeling very good and things are very confident for me playing on Thursday (at Cleveland)."

    Analysis: Listed as a full participant on the Steelers' first two Week 11 injury reports, Conner is trending toward his first game action since Week 8. While the team practiced indoors Tuesday, he indicated to Omar Ruiz of NFL Network that the session was more of a walk-through than a true practice. As a result, Conner's status on Wednesday's report will give a better indication of his chances to return Thursday. A healthy Conner should take on lead back duties with Jaylen Samuels serving in a secondary…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as full participant Monday

    Connor (shoulder) was listed as a full participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Conner made just one appearance at practice last week before being ruled out for a second straight game, the result of a separated right shoulder. It appears the running back has made the requisite progress in his recovery, but his status still bears watching when the Steelers take the practice field before Thursday's game at Cleveland. If he returns to action Week 11, Conner likely will push Trey Edmunds back to a depth role with Jaylen Samuels acting as the primary change-of-pace option.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward playing Thursday

    The Steelers are optimistic Conner (shoulder) will be available to play in Thursday's game in Cleveland, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Conner's separated right shoulder has prevented him from playing in the Steelers' last two games, but the team believes that he'll be available in some capacity in Week 11 if he can avoid any setbacks on the health front within the next few days. Given the quick turnaround for the matchup with the Browns, Conner won't have much time in practice to prove his health, so he could be subject to a restricted workload if he gains clearance to play. His availability in any capacity would still be a…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out of commission Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Rams, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Unable to practice due to the AC joint injury in his left shoulder, Conner will miss his second game in a row as a result. With Benny Snell (knee) also sidelined, the Steelers' backfield will be powered by Jaylen Samuels and Trey Edmunds this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) isn't slated to suit up for Sunday's game versus the Rams, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Conner practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, marking his first appearance on the field since Oct. 26. Having said that -- and despite optimism from coach Mike Tomlin -- it appears the Steelers will be without Conner for a second straight game. If the preceding comes to pass, the backfield could be the sole domain of Jaylen Samuels, as Benny Snell (knee) won't return this weekend and Trey Edmunds missed Wednesday's session due to a rib injury.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    Conner (shoulder) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow running back Trey Edmunds (ribs) didn't practice Wednesday. Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette previously relayed that coach Mike Tomlin is optimistic that Conner -- who didn't practice at all last week -- has a chance to play Sunday against the Rams, but that outcome can't yet be considered a lock at this stage.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be back Week 10

    Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that he's "optimistic" Conner (shoulder) will be ready to play Week 10 against the Rams, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Per Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site, Tomlin noted that Conner would remain limited in the early portion of the team's practice schedule this week, but the coach expects the running back will be able to ramp things up as Sunday's game approaches. If Conner incurs no setbacks with his sprained right shoulder during practice, he could be ready to step back into his normal lead role out of the backfield right away after a one-game absence. Jaylen Samuels and Trey Edmunds (ribs) split…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially inactive

    Conner (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.

    Analysis: With Conner out as expected, Jaylen Samuels is in line to serve as the Steelers' top running back Sunday, while Trey Edmunds is on hand to work as the team's No. 2 backfield option in Week 9.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to play Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) is not in line to play Sunday against the Colts, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Conner's status will become official once the Steelers release their Week 9 inactives, but in his anticipated absence, Jaylen Samuels is slated to head the team's backfield Sunday, with Trey Edmunds on hand to serve as the No. 2 option.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to suit up Sunday

    Conner (shoulder) isn't expected to play Sunday against the Colts, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Conner was listed as doubtful after not practicing this week so it will be no surprise if he doesn't suit up, but Schefter more worryingly indicated his availability for Week 10 against the Rams is also in question. Jaylen Samuels should operate as the Steelers' top running back Sunday, while Trey Edmunds is expected to serve as the No. 2 option.

    Published: Sat, Nov 2 at 9:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Week 9

    Conner (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Colts, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Conner wasn't able to practice at any point this week after suffering an AC joint injury to his right shoulder in the Steelers' Monday night win over the Dolphins. Unless he unexpectedly makes significant progress leading up to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, Conner looks set to be sidelined for the first time all season. Backup Jaylen Samuels should step in for Conner as the starting running back and could be looking at a huge snap share with the third option on the depth chart, Benny Snell…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing practice again

    Conner (shoulder) missed practice again Friday, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: We'll check back on Conner's status later Friday, but he's trending toward a Week 9 absence, a scenario that would set the stage for Jaylen Samuels to head the Steelers' backfield Sunday against the Colts.

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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