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Report: Injured James Conner Likely to Play vs. Bengals but Will Test Pregame

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner is expected to return from his ankle injury for the regular-season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport.

Rapoport, citing a source, added "the team wants to see how he is after he warms up to be sure."

Consideringthe Steelers may be withoutAntonio Brown, who is dealing with a knee injury, this would provide a major boost for both the rushing and passing attack.

The Steelers enter Sunday's contest needing to win to stay alive in the playoff race as they still have a chance to win the AFC North or land the final spot in the AFC playoffs.