Arizona Cardinals evaluate status of RB James Conner ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals are faced with a decision regarding running back James Conner as they finalize their roster. Conner has not yet participated in 11-on-11 practices after struggling with a severe ankle injury last season. Head coach Mike LaFleur expressed confidence in Conner's ability to determine his readiness but acknowledged that the regular season is approaching. This situation could lead to Conner being placed on injured reserve, which would require him to miss at least the first four weeks of the season. The Cardinals must make a decision on his roster spot by Sunday afternoon.
- •James Conner has not practiced in 11-on-11 drills.
- •Head coach Mike LaFleur supports Conner's self-assessment of readiness.
- •The decision on Conner's roster spot must be made by Sunday.
- •Conner has a guaranteed salary of over $2.3 million.
- •Tyler Allgeier and Bam Knight are currently the top backs.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Arizona Cardinals have big decision to make with RB James Conner
"James Conner still hasn't begun practicing 11-on-11 with less than three weeks remaining until the start of the regular season.
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