Dean Connors - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Signs to active roster The Rams signed Connors from the practice squad to the active roster Tuesday.

Impact Connors was signed to the active roster after fellow running back Ronnie Rivers (calf) was placed on injured reserve (Sept. 23). Connors was elevated to the active roster ahead of the Rams' Week 3 loss to the Broncos as the No. 3 running back behind Kyren Williams and Blake Corum. The 23-year-old will continue to fill that role for the team on the 53-man roster in Rivers' absence.

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Reverts to practice squad Connors reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Connors played nine snaps on special teams during Sunday's loss. The running back returned one kick for 23 yards in what was an otherwise empty game for the 23-year-old.

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Rams Elevate Dean Connors as Preseason Standout Faces Biggest Opportunity Yet The Los Angeles Rams have officially activated preseason star and undrafted free agent Dean Connors from the practice squad ahead of Sunday’...

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Elevated for Sunday The Rams elevated Connors from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact With No. 3 running back Ronnie Rivers (calf) moving to IR, Connors will be the primary depth option behind Kyren Williams and Blake Corum for Sunday's contest. The undrafted free agent out of Houston will be suiting up for his NFL debut, though it is uncertain if the 23-year-old will receive any snaps or carries in the showdown with the Broncos.

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Signs with Rams' practice squad The Rams signed Connors to the practice squad Monday, Zach Edwards of the team's official site reports.

Impact Connors put together a strong preseason, turning 26 carries into 96 yards while adding seven catches on eight targets for 53 yards across three games. He also contributed on special teams with a 25-yard kickoff return and a tackle. It wasn't quite enough for Connors to crack the 53-man roster, but after being waived Sunday, the University of Houston product will stay with the Rams as a member of the team's practice squad. He would be candidate to be elevated to the active roster if one of Kyren Williams, Blake Corum or Ronnie Rivers were to miss time.

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Rams May Have Found Their Own Christian McCaffrey in Dean Connors One of the top priorities for the Los Angeles Rams on Monday was getting running back Dean Connors back on the practice squad. While the Ram...

SEPTEMBER 1 • SI.COM

Waived despite impressive preseason Connors was waived by the Rams on Sunday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact Connors scored three touchdowns in the preseason, but that production wasn't enough for the undrafted free agent out of Houston to make the team. Per Garafolo, the Rams would like to add Connors to their practice squad if he clears waivers, though it's possible another team will claim Connors.

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Shoulders heavy workload in win Connors rushed 18 times for 69 yards and brought in all three targets for 24 yards and a touchdown in the Rams' 20-18 preseason win over the Chargers on Thursday.

Impact Connors led the Rams in rush attempts and rushing yards on the night, as the undrafted rookie got an extended look in the wake of the trade of fellow back Jarquez Hunter to the Dolphins earlier Thursday. Connors rushed 26 times for 96 yards and added a 7-53-3 receiving line over three preseason games, with his latest trip to the end zone an eight-yard touchdown receptions early in the fourth quarter. Connors seemingly has a solid chance of sticking on the 53-man roster as the No. 3 running back given his versatility and body of work this summer.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

No starters, no problem: Ty Simpson's 2nd-quarter TD sparks the Rams' preseason sweep

Ty Simpson threw a go-ahead touchdown in the second quarter and the Los Angeles Rams beat the Los Angeles Chargers 20-18 in the teams' preseason finale

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

Rams vs. Saints Arrival Photos Check out photos of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson, running back Dean Connors & more players as they arrive to SoFi Stadium for the...

AUGUST 22 • THERAMS.COM

Rams Mailbag: Latest on Alaric Jackson, Dean Connors' Roster Chances and More The Los Angeles Rams are set to play their second preseason game against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. With one preseason game out of...

AUGUST 20 • SI.COM

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson's standout debut, running back Dean Connors' pair of touchdowns & more in preseason win over the Chiefs - Best Photos - Preseason Week 1 vs. Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium Los Angeles Rams opened the 2026 preseason with a win over the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Browse through the best photos of qu...

AUGUST 17 • THERAMS.COM

Rams roster is full, but Dean Connors just earned other teams' attention The Los Angeles Rams found unexpected talent up and down the roster in its first preseason game. Rookie quarterback Ty Simpson only needed o...

AUGUST 16 • RAMBLINFAN.COM

Sean McVay, Ty Simpson & Dean Connors recap the Rams' 20-12 preseason Week 1 win against the Chiefs Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay, quarterback Ty Simpson & running back Dean Connors address the media after Saturday's preseason Week...

AUGUST 16 • THERAMS.COM

Sean McVay, Ty Simpson & Dean Connors Recap the Rams' 20-12 Preseason Win Against the Chiefs

AUGUST 16 • YOUTUBE

From the Podium: Sean McVay, Ty Simpson and Dean Connors detail Rams' win over Chiefs in first preseason game Rams head coach Sean McVay, quarterback Ty Simpson and running back Dean Connors explained their thoughts on the Rams' preseason win over Ch...

AUGUST 16 • THERAMS.COM

Rams' First-Rounder Ty Simpson Delivered An Impressive Preseason Debut vs. Chiefs

Los Angeles Rams first-rounder Ty Simpson delivered an impressive preseason performance against the Kansas City Chiefs.

AUGUST 16 • FOX SPORTS

Rams' First-Rounder Ty Simpson Delivered An Impressive Preseason Debut vs. Chiefs

Coach McVay reacts to Dean Connors' performance today 🎙️ #rams #nfl #shorts

AUGUST 16 • YOUTUBE

First-round pick Ty Simpson throws 2 TD passes, rallies Rams past Chiefs 20-12 in preseason debut

First-round pick Ty Simpson threw for 190 yards and two touchdowns on Saturday, helping the Los Angeles Rams rally for a 20-12 win over the Kansas City Chiefs

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

HIGHLIGHTS: Rams RB Dean Connors catches a pass from QB Ty Simpson for his second touchdown against the Chiefs Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson throws pass to running back Dean Connors for a 9-yard touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs at Ar...

AUGUST 15 • THERAMS.COM

HIGHLIGHTS: Rams QB Ty Simpson's first touchdown pass locates RB Dean Connors against Chiefs Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson throws his first preseason touchdown pass to running back Dean Connors against the Kansas City Chief...

AUGUST 15 • THERAMS.COM

ANOTHA ONE for Ty Simpson and Dean Connors ✌️ #shorts #rams #nfl

AUGUST 15 • YOUTUBE

Dean Connors gets the first touchdown of the game 💪 #rams #nfl #shorts

AUGUST 15 • YOUTUBE

Headed to LA The Rams signed Connors as an undrafted free agent Tuesday.

Impact Connors began his career at junior college before rushing for 977 yards and six touchdowns on 77 carries during the 2025 season while at Houston. With the Rams lacking proven talent at running back behind Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, Connors could have a chance to earn a on the final roster.

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No starters, no problem: Ty Simpson's 2nd-quarter TD sparks the Rams' preseason sweep

Rams' First-Rounder Ty Simpson Delivered An Impressive Preseason Debut vs. Chiefs

First-round pick Ty Simpson throws 2 TD passes, rallies Rams past Chiefs 20-12 in preseason debut