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Defense, Snell, Big Ben carry Pittsburgh over Giants 26-16

Ben Roethlisberger did a very Pittsburgh thing in his return to the lineup, riding the Steelers’ defense and running game to victory

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • Associated Press

Conner exits MNF vs. Giants with ankle injury Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner was sidelined with an ankle injury in the Monday night game against the New York Giants.Conner...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • THESCORE.COM

Questionable to return Conner (ankle) is officially considered questionable to return to Monday's matchup with the Giants, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Conner had his left ankle taped up early in the second quarter but never returned. The Steelers did not officially label him questionable to return until early in the fourth quarter. He accumulated just nine yards on six carries and eight yards on two receptions prior to exiting the contest. Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels have handled duties in the backfield since his exit, with the former seeing more success.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Injures ankle Monday Conner had his left ankle taped early in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Giants, per Maria Taylor on the ESPN broadcast.

Impact Prior to his departure, Conner had six carries for nine yards and reeled in two of four targets for eight yards. As long as Conner is sidelined, Benny Snell will handle early downs while Jaylen Samuels takes on a pass-catching role out of the Steelers backfield.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

QB Paxton Lynch, WR Ryan Switzer among Steelers cuts

Quarterback Paxton Lynch’s NFL odyssey might have to continue somewhere other than Pittsburgh

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • Associated Press

James Conner Fantasy Outlook Positions Him as Potential League-Winner With Bounce-Back 2020 Season In the 2019 season, only five running backs averaged at least 22.0 opportunities (rush attempts plus targets) per game. In 2018, that number...

AUGUST 27, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

Ben's back and the Steelers believe the playoffs are, too

The Pittsburgh Steelers believe the return of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will thrust them back into the playoff mix in 2020

AUGUST 27, 2020 • Associated Press

Roethlisberger's return makes Steelers major factor in 2020

The Pittsburgh Steelers believe the return of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will put them in contention for a return to the postseason

AUGUST 26, 2020 • Associated Press

FANTASY PLAYS: Good wide receivers available deep in drafts

Fantasy Football managers are so used to drafting running backs early and often that there are true quality wide receivers available in even in the fifth and sixth rounds

AUGUST 25, 2020 • Associated Press

FANTASY PLAYS: Workhorse runners best resource in fantasy

The key is to prioritize big-time wide receivers over running backs with questionable fantasy value

AUGUST 25, 2020 • Associated Press

Back in business Conner (undisclosed) returned to practice Monday, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Conner didn't practice Saturday, but he's back Monday, which suggests his absence could have been maintenance-related or that the issue that sidelined him was minor. Either way, Conner is slated to reprise his role as the Steelers' lead back in 2020, with Jaylen Samuels, Benny Snell and Anthony McFarland jostling for backup/change-of-pace slotting.

AUGUST 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Saturday Conner (undisclosed) isn't practicing Saturday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN NFL Nation reports.

Impact It could just be a maintenance day for Conner, who hadn't missed a practice since Pittsburgh began padded sessions. Expect an update on the reason for his absence if the running back misses any additional time.

AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Brain games; Steelers want LB Bush to take mental leap

The Pittsburgh Steelers liked what they saw from inside linebacker Devin Bush in 2019

AUGUST 21, 2020 • Associated Press

Crowded house: Steelers backfield eyes consistency in 2020

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hoping their running game can take a step forward following a miserable 2019

AUGUST 14, 2020 • Associated Press

James Conner says there was never any doubt he’d play 2020 season James Conner had his mind made up he was going to play this season. James Conner never had any doubts about playing in the 2020 NFL season....

AUGUST 13, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Opting out never crossed James Conner’s mind, and now he’s full-steam ahead in a contract year As a cancer survivor, Conner’s decision was a bit more complicated than most of his fellow players.

AUGUST 12, 2020 • PENNLIVE.COM

Don’t expect James Conner to opt out of 2020 season Despite the potential COVID-19 risk of being a cancer survivor, Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner has no plans to opt out of the...

JULY 28, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Rapoport: James Conner plans to play in 2020 NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports Pittsburgh Steelers RB James Conner will play this season.

JULY 28, 2020 • NFL.COM

Steelers sign RB Wendell Smallwood to 1-year deal

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed running back Wendell Smallwood to a one-year deal, giving the backfield a bit of experienced depth heading into training camp

JULY 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Report: Steelers' James Conner Won't Opt out of 2020 Season Despite Pandemic The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly can plan on having running back James Conner for the 2020 regular season. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero rep...

JULY 28, 2020 • BLEACHERREPORT.COM

Joins Steelers' backfield The Steelers have signed Smallwood to a one-year contract, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Smallwood saw limited action with Washington in 2019, but he adds some depth to Pittsburgh's backfield. The 26-year-old, who came into the NFL in 2016 as a fifth-round draft pick of the Eagles, will look to carve out a third-down/kick return role with the Steelers, who also roster fellow running backs James Conner, Jaylen Samuels, Benny Snell, Anthony McFarland and Kerrith Whyte.

JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't sit out 2020 Conner intends to play this upcoming season, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact With fellow cancer survivor Marcus Cannon opting out of the 2020 season for New England, there'd been some speculation about Conner doing the same in Pittsburgh. The fourth-year pro intends to play out the final year of his rookie contract however, potentially looking at a big payday next spring if he can pull off a repeat of his 2018 breakout. After missing six full games and the majority of two others last season, Conner took some time to let his body rest and then focused on a healthier lifestyle that he hopes will help him stay on the field. Pelissero reports the running back is in "phenomenal" shape as the Steelers prepare for the start of training camp.

JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Top fantasy football values and fades in Erickson rankings vs. ADP | Fantasy Football News, Rankings and Projections | PFF PFF's Andrew Erickson breaks down his 2020 fantasy football values and fades relative to ADP, including hype for Cam Newton, James Conner an...

JULY 20, 2020 • PFF.COM

Fantasy football: Expect Pittsburgh Steelers RB James Conner to return to RB1 status in 2020 | NFL News, Rankings and Statistics | PFF Ben Roethlisberger and James Conner are healthy entering the 2020 NFL season, and that bodes well for Conner's chance to be an RB1 in fantas...

JULY 15, 2020 • PFF.COM

Podcast: The 2020 Steelers run game needs to go beyond just James Conner In the latest episode of "The Homer and the Hater" show, we break down all the news you need to know surrounding the Black-and-Gold.

JULY 13, 2020 • BEHINDTHESTEELCURTAIN.COM

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