James Conner captured the imagination of Pittsburgh Steelers fans during the 2018 season, imagining the possibility of things to come. Taking over for the no-show Le’Veon Bell that year as a second-year player, the local product rushed for about 1000 yards with another 500 or so coming through the air, totaling 13 scores in 13 games played, making the Pro Bowl in the process.
The fact that he missed three games with a high ankle sprain, however, was a concern, after ending his rookie season on injured reserve with a torn knee.