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James Conner is still recovering from the season-ending ankle injury he suffered early in the 2025 season. He is now looking at a 12-month recovery if he plays the first week he is eligible to return from injured reserve, Week 5.
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Conner faces 12-month ankle recovery; unlikely to contribute in 2026 season.

Conner still recovering from season-ending ankle injury suffered early in 2025 season; facing 12-month recovery timeline if he plays Week 5 (first eligible return week). Fantasy managers should not count on him making any impact this year.

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