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Former Pitt, Steelers running back Conner to attend NFL Draft. See why
TL;DR
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner will attend the NFL Draft to announce the Arizona Cardinals' day two picks on April 24. Conner, who now plays for the Cardinals, previously played for the Steelers after a successful college career at the University of Pittsburgh.
PITTSBURGH — Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner will return to the Steel City for the upcoming NFL Draft.
Conner, who now plays for the Arizona Cardinals, will announce his team’s day two picks on April 24, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Arizona holds picks No. 34 and No. 65.
Conner played college football at the University of Pittsburgh before four seasons with the Steelers. The Erie native has played for Arizona since 2021.
Conner’s 2025 season ended after he suffered a Week 3 foot injury which required surgery. The two-time Pro Bowler totaled 3,733 rushing yards and 52 touchdowns in four college seasons at Pitt before logging 2,302 yards and 22 TDs with the Steelers.
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This article originally appeared on Beaver County Times: James Conner to reveal Arizona Cardinals day two NFL Draft picks
Q&A
What picks will the Arizona Cardinals have in the 2024 NFL Draft?
The Arizona Cardinals will have picks No. 34 and No. 65 in the 2024 NFL Draft.
What injury did James Conner suffer in the 2025 NFL season?
James Conner suffered a foot injury in Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season that required surgery.
