The Pittsburgh Steelers as an organization are familiar with Arizona Cardinals RB James Conner, as he spent the first four years of his career with the team. During his final two years with the team, current Steelers defensive coordinator Teryl Austin was the team’s secondary coach, so he knows what Conner brings to a team. With the Steelers taking on the Cardinals on Sunday, Austin broke down what the Steelers need to do to stop Conner, offering particular praise for his power.
“A bruising runner. He will run through tackles. He gets to the second level. If he finds a little guy, the little guy better watch out.