April 13, 2021
The Arizona Cardinals keep adding pieces to the puzzle in what has been a busy offseason to date. James Conner is the latest to ink a deal with Arizona, agreeing to a one-year deal with the Cardinals.
The #AZCardinals add their big back, a sign that they are comfortable with James Conner’s physical after post-season surgery. https://t.co/QUOcEfyRXE
After losing Kenyan Drake in free agency to the Las Vegas Raiders, the Cardinals were in the market for an upgrade at the running back position. Some teams had glided away from Conner after his surgery this offseason to patch up a turf toe injury. The Cardinals must’ve been pleased with the results of his physical as Conner will now be paired with Chase Edmonds in the Arizona backfield.