James Conner Week 2 Outlook - Rams at Cardinals

By Derek Brown (FantasyPros), Sun, Sep 15th 2024, 12:05pm EDT

Conner finished Week 1 as the RB8 in fantasy with a 67% snap rate, 19 touches, and 83 total yards. His efficiency on the ground was concerning as he ranked 20th in missed tackles forced per attempt and 31st in yards after contact per attempt among 34 qualifying backs. I'm willing to explain this away as small sample variance, as Conner was one of the most efficient running backs in the NFL last year on a per-touch basis. It was good to see that his offensive line got a decent push up front, ranking seventh-best in yards before contact per attempt. The Rams defensive line got pushed around last week by the Lions, allowing the third-highest yards before contact per attempt. If the Cards line is for real they could open up holes again this week for Conner. The Rams also had the second-lowest stuff rate and the ninth-highest missed tackle rate last week. Conner is an RB1/2 again this week.