James Conner, Benny Snell expected to split carries vs. Broncos

James Conner is silent attempting to soar back after a rough 2019 season. Nonetheless now he would be combating for his starting job after a detrimental initiate to the season.

The Pittsburgh Steelers running back went down in their judge towards the Giants after struggling an ankle injury in the 2d quarter and didn’t return. Second-one year back Benny Snell modified him and rushed for 113 yards. Despite no longer starting the game, Snell completed Week 1 because the NFL’s third main rusher.

NFL Community Insider Ian Rapoport reported Conner is expected to split carries with Snell towards the Denver Broncos.

Conner missed practice Wednesday however became a chubby participant on Thursday and Friday. He missed six games final season due to the a shoulder injury and his production declined vastly. His rushing yards per sport went from 74.8 to 46.4, scrimmage yards per sport 113.1 to 71.5 and scrimmage touchdowns 13 to 7. He has no longer conducted a chubby 16-sport season in his profession.

The Steelers perambulate offense conducted effectively with out him in the lineup final season. It may maybe per chance well be though-provoking to perceive if a wholesome Snell can snag the starting position from Conner.