The 5 Greatest Records James Conner Already Owns

The story of James Conner first started at the University of Pittsburgh where he burst onto the scene in 2014 with a ridiculous 1,765 RUSH YDS & 26 RUSH TD as a Sophomore. Then Conner dealt with the most adversity of his life when he was diagnosed with cancer. Conner only played in one game during his Junior year before making an inspirational comeback to the game of football after defeating the most significant opponent he’s ever faced. 

Conner’s bounce back season catapulted him into the 3rd Rd where his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers drafted him to backup Le’Veon Bell who had an upcoming contract dispute lingering that ultimately led to his dismissal and Conner’s emergence as PIT’s featured RB1. The PA native’s bruising play-style and versatility out of the backfield earned him Pro Bowl honors during his first season as the starter. Lingering injuries and ineffectiveness then influenced PIT to draft Najee Harris in the first round of the 2021 Draft instead of re-signing Conner. 

The 6’1, 230-lb beast took the free agency opportunity to head out west where he found a home in Phoenix and instantly made a name for himself for the last remaining undefeated team of 2021, fueled by Conner’s historic production. The 2017 draft pick earned his second Pro Bowl nod while he cemented his name into league and franchise record-books in the process as one of the NFL’s best red-zone threats.

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Here are some of the greatest records to know and share about James Conner: