By: KDKA-TV News Staff
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — James Conner reportedly suffered an off-field injury that required surgery.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the free agent running back injured his toe while riding a recreational vehicle this offseason. The surgery was to repair a “very moderate turf toe-type injury,” Rapoport said.
Ex-#Steelers RB James Conner underwent surgery to repair a very moderate turf toe-type injury this offseason, sources say, a procedure done by renowned specialist Dr. Robert Anderson. The injury incurred while riding in a recreational vehicle. A full recovery is expected in June.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 12, 2021
The former Steeler is reportedly expected to make a full recovery.
Conner was reportedly also in Arizona on Monday to visit with the Cardinals.
James Conner, one of the top FAs available, will have a physical on his visit to the #AZCardinals today, and that takes on increased importance given the recent surgery. But he should have no issues going foward, source said. https://t.co/rD4s5SV97R
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 12, 2021
