Only RB named by OC Hackett; positioned as lead back.
James ConnerRB
Named explicitly by Cardinals OC Nathaniel Hackett as the running back the coach is excited about in the RB room; Hackett stated 'Excited for James to get out there and show what he's got' when asked about the running back room and whether there is a starter. James Conner is the only RB name Hackett mentioned by name in this context, suggesting he is the lead back in the Cardinals offense.
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Excited for James to get out there and show what he's got... he was referring to James Connor. That's the one name that he brought up when he's talking about the running back room
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- Named explicitly by Cardinals OC Nathaniel Hackett as the running back the coach is excited about in the RB room; Hackett stated 'Excited for James to get out there and show what he's got' when asked about the running back room and whether there is a starter. James Conner is the only RB name Hackett mentioned by name in this context, suggesting he is the lead back in the Cardinals offense.
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