Browns consider trading for running back James Conner from Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 11:25 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Cleveland Browns are exploring options to bolster their offense by potentially trading for James Conner of the Arizona Cardinals. New head coach Todd Monken emphasizes a run-heavy approach, which aligns with the addition of a powerful running back alongside Quinshon Judkins. Cleveland's previous offensive struggles under former coach Kevin Stefanski highlighted the need for a reliable goal-line option. Conner, a two-time Pro Bowler, could enhance the Browns' Red Zone efficiency, which ranked poorly last season. Conner's versatile skill set could fit well within Monken's flexible offensive scheme.
- •Browns are interested in trading for RB James Conner.
- •New head coach Todd Monken favors a run-heavy offense.
- •Cleveland's offense struggled under former coach Kevin Stefanski.
- •Judkins was a key player before injury last season.
- •Conner could improve Browns' Red Zone scoring efficiency.
- 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — An offensive weapon the Browns should consider trading for
"The Cleveland Browns offense is going to be run-heavy, why not add a RB to go with Quinshon Judkins? James Conner trade?
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