James Conner continued his impressive run with the Arizona Cardinals, moving up the team’s all-time rushing yards list. Despite a less-than-stellar performance in terms of efficiency, Conner’s 53 rushing yards against the Miami Dolphins were enough to propel him into the top 10 in franchise history. He surpassed David Johnson to claim the 10th spot, a significant milestone for the talented running back.
A Strong Start to the Season
Conner’s early-season success has been pivotal for the Cardinals’ offense. With 557 rushing yards through eight games, he’s averaging a respectable 69.6 yards per game. He is on pace for 626 more yards. If he maintains this pace, he could potentially climb even higher on the all-time list, potentially surpassing Ollie Matson for ninth place and Wayne Morris to secure a top-five spot. Possibly, that would get him to 3,757 career rushing yards for the Cardinals and would put him in fourth place on the all-time list. Jim Otis is in third place with 3,863 yards.
Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner did not have his best performance on Sunday, but he was one of the key protagonists in the team’s 28-27 upset road win over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday in Week 8.
A Dominant Force in the Cardinals’ Backfield
Conner’s dominance in the Cardinals’ backfield was evident in the game against the Dolphins, as he received 22 of the team’s 23 carries. His ability to consistently gain yards and find the end zone has made him a valuable asset to the team’s offense. Conner didn’t have a strong game in terms of efficiency, but the tailback punched in his fifth rushing touchdown of the season.
Looking ahead to the next game against the Chicago Bears, Conner presents a significant threat to the Bears’ defense, which has struggled to contain opposing running backs. With his powerful running style and knack for breaking tackles, Conner could have a strong play against the Bears (112.0 yards/game allowed to opposing RBs) next Sunday, and further solidify his place in Cardinals history.
