James Conner Signs Two-Year Extension with Cardinals

James Conner has signed a two-year contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals, worth $19 million, keeping him with the team through the 2026 season. Conner, who has rushed for at least 700 yards and five touchdowns in each of his four seasons with the Cardinals, is having a standout year with 705 rushing yards and five touchdowns so far this season. The extension comes as Conner was scheduled to enter free agency after this season, and it secures one of the team's key offensive players amid their playoff push in the competitive NFC West. Conner, a two-time Pro Bowler, has achieved a career-high of 1,040 rushing yards in 2023 while maintaining his health over the season. With 3,279 rushing yards since joining the Cardinals, he is on track to climb the franchise's all-time rushing list if he stays healthy. The Cardinals currently hold a 6-5 record and are vying for the NFC West title.