James Conner Fantasy Football Week 1 Scouting Report

James Conner
RB
, Arizona Cardinals

Age: 30
Weight: 233 lbs
Height: 6' 1"
College: Pittsburgh

ADP: 52
Depth Chart Ranking: 1

Pts	RuYds	RuTD	Rec	RecYds
206.8	1094	8	47	414

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by Brandon Niles

· Nov 19, 2021 · 9:55 AM EST

ARI RB James Conner - Week 11 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 11 at Seattle Seahawks

James Conner only had 39 yards on 10 carries in a lopsided loss to the Panthers last week, but he found the end zone for the 11th time this season and added 25 yards on three receptions. The best news for fantasy managers who roster Conner is that he led the running back room in targets with four, and has nine targets over his past two games. That kind of usage should help him flirt with RB1 numbers moving forward.

This week, Conner faces a Seahawks defense that ranks 30th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Regardless of who is starting at quarterback for the Cardinals, Conner should get plenty of touches against a vulnerable defense. We have him ranked as a fringe RB1 option this week and I like his chances at finding his 12th touchdown. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

· Nov 11, 2021 · 11:46 AM EST

ARI RB James Conner - Week 10 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 10 vs. Carolina Panthers

James Conner looked great against the 49ers last week, rushing for 96 yards and two touchdowns, and adding 77 yards and a touchdown on five receptions. It was a lopsided victory for the Cardinals and Conner got more work based on both game script and an injury to Chase Edmonds.

With Edmonds dealing with a high ankle sprain, Conner could continue to see extra work this week against the Panthers, who rank fifth in aFPA to opposing running backs. It’s not a great matchup for him, but with his workload and luck finding the end zone this season, he’s still a must-start in all formats. We have him ranked just inside our top-10 running backs this week.

by Brandon Niles

· Nov 05, 2021 · 9:33 AM EDT

ARI RB James Conner - Week 9 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 9 at San Francisco 49ers

James Conner only had five carries and 22 yards last week against the Packers, but he scored two touchdowns, bringing his total to eight on the season. If Conner keeps getting this kind of short-yard usage – he’s scored in five of his last six games – then he’ll be worth considering as a viable RB2 option. However, he’s very touchdown-dependent, with 71 yards his season-high.

This week, Conner faces a 49ers defense that ranks 12th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Conner has some upside in a game where the Cardinals should be leading, but his dependence on finding the end zone makes him inherently risky. We have him ranked just outside of RB2 territory this week.

by Brandon Niles

· Oct 27, 2021 · 11:24 AM EDT

ARI RB James Conner - Week 8 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 8 vs. Green Bay Packers

James Conner only had 10 carries against the Texans last week, but he still managed 64 yards and a touchdown. Conner has been able to score regularly in this offense, with at least one touchdown in four of his last five games. He’s also had double-digit touches in all but one outing this season, making him a solid fill-in option for fantasy managers.

This week, he’ll face a Packers defense that should keep the Cardinals throwing the ball, so Conner may struggle to get his usual usage. As such, view Conner as a low-end RB3 or flex option. We have him ranked outside our top-30 running backs this week, so it’s a good time to sit him.

by Brandon Niles

· Oct 22, 2021 · 10:10 AM EDT

ARI RB James Conner - Week 7 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 7 vs. Houston Texans

James Conner didn’t find the end zone last week in a lopsided victory over the Browns, but he did get 16 carries and rush for 71 yards. It was his highest rushing average of the season and he seems to be heating up in this offense. Conner’s 14 touches per game make him an intriguing under-the-radar option for teams with a need at the position.

This week, Conner has a great matchup against a Texans defense that ranks 21st in aFPA to opposing running backs. Not only is it a vulnerable defense, but the Cardinals should also win this game handily, so another 16 carries seem likely. Conner has high touchdown upside too, with five touchdowns from Week 3-5, and the workload and opponent make him a viable RB2 option this week. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

· Oct 14, 2021 · 11:15 AM EDT

ARI RB James Conner - Week 6 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 6 at Cleveland Browns

James Conner had only 29 yards on 10 carries last week against the 49ers, but he found the end zone for the fifth time in three games. Conner’s short-yardage usage continues, despite the presence of Kyler Murray, but it’s hard to trust it to continue. He’s averaging just 3.2 yards per carry and his fantasy value appears to be very touchdown dependent. He has value, but be wary of any kind of touchdown regression. We have him ranked outside of starter territory this week, and fantasy managers should look elsewhere if possible.

by Brandon Niles

· Oct 08, 2021 · 9:40 AM EDT

ARI RB James Conner - Week 5 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 5 vs. San Francisco 49ers

James Conner had 18 carries for 50 yards and a pair of touchdowns against the Rams last week, adding a couple of receptions for 16 yards through the air. That’s exciting, but the Cardinals were leading through most of the second half, and Chase Edmonds also received 12 carries and five targets. With Kyler Murray soaking up most of the goal line runs up until last week, it’s hard to expect that kind of touchdown production week-to-week. If he starts getting 18 carries every week, fantasy managers can perk up a bit, but blowouts resulting in 30 rushing attempts for the team don’t seem sustainable either. Keep him rostered, but keep him on the bench for now.