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Arizona Cardinals Star Emerging as Fantasy Football Value Pick
The Arizona Cardinals do one thing extremely well offensively: run the football.
Veteran bulldozing RB James Conner has been the driving force of that run game since Jonathan Gannon and offensive coordinator Drew Petzing took over in the desert.
The results on the field have been impressive. Conner has been a large part of Arizona’s ability to hang with some of the best teams in the NFL, even when the rest of the roster was severely lacking.
They’ve leaned on him to levels bordering on absurd, but that hasn’t stopped him from producing at a consistent rate.
But Conner isn’t given the same level of name recognition as some of the NFL’s other elite running backs — and that may actually be an advantage when drafting one’s fantasy squad this season.
According to ESPN’s Mike Clay, Conner is a player that could be targeted as late as the fifth round.
“Sometimes you have to make the “boring” pick, and the fifth round is flush with unexciting but solid players who can help you grind your way to a fantasy championship,” Clay wrote.
“Conner is my top-ranked available player in this area, and although his age (30) is a concern, there’s enough good here to outweigh the risk. Arizona’s lead back has produced at least 220 touches, 1,080 yards and eight TDs in four consecutive seasons, which includes career highs in yards and touches last season.
“Conner has finished as a top-20 fantasy back in four straight seasons (top 15 in PPG each year) and is well-positioned for another fringe-RB1 campaign.”
It’s not invalid to look at a back entering his 30s and proceed with some level of caution. But Conner has seemingly only improved with age. The Cardinals are certainly comfortable with it, offering Conner a two-year extension that takes him through the 2026 season.
While second-year RB Trey Benson figures to get somewhat of an increased role, the truth is that it’s still Conner’s backfield in Arizona, for the time being.
The question will be just how proficient the Cardinals’ run game will be after the departure of OL coach Klayton Adams. In all likelihood, Arizona will still be a very strong running team, and Conner’s skill transcends scheme.
There’s no predicting when the drop-off will be for the veteran back, but it certainly doesn’t look like it’s coming this season.
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If you’re an Arizonan, you’ve probably heard the tales of the state’s rattlesnakes or experienced them firsthand.
There are 13 different kinds of rattlesnakes in Arizona. The Arizona ridge-nosed rattlesnake is even the official state reptile.
Rattlesnakes are particularly common to see from May to October, since the snakes typically hibernate during the colder months.
While rattlesnakes have earned a reputation for being dangerous, they generally only attack when they feel threatened. You might encounter them while on a hike or even in your backyard, so you might want to watch your step.
Take a look at these photos of some of Arizona’s different kinds of rattlesnakes.
Which state has the most rattlesnakes?
You guessed it — Arizona has the most species of rattlesnakes in the country with 13 different kinds of rattlesnakes.
Texas is next with 10 different species of rattlesnakes.
What area of Arizona has the most rattlesnakes?
While rattlesnakes can be spotted all throughout Arizona, there are five places where they’re particularly common:
- Sonoran Desert
- Chiricahua Mountains
- Superstition Mountains
- Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
- Grand Canyon region
Rattlesnakes are generally more common in areas with lower elevation. So, if you’re afraid, you might want to head north to Flagstaff.
Arizona Cardinals commit 17 penalties in loss to 49ers
Theo Mackie and Bob McManaman discuss the Arizona Cardinals’ 41-22 loss to the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium on Nov. 16, 2025.
The Arizona Cardinals continue their 2025 NFL regular season schedule with an NFL Week 12 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars today.
The Cardinals are coming off a 41-22 loss against the San Francisco 49ers in their NFL Week 11 game.
The Jaguars beat the Los Angeles Chargers in the 11th week of the season, 35-6.
This is the first game between Arizona and Jacksonville Jaguars since 2021, when the Cardinals defeated the Jaguars in Jacksonville, 31-19.
Follow our live updates of the game, which is being played at the Cardinals’ State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the latest score, news, notes and analysis of the Week 12 NFL game on Sunday, Nov. 23.
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Cardinals vs Jaguars schedule: What time is NFL Week 12 game?
The NFL Week 12 game between the Cardinals and Jaguars is on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 2:05 p.m. MST, 4:05 p.m. ET.
Jaguars vs Cardinals TV: What channel is NFL Week 12 game on?
The Jaguars vs Cardinals NFL Week 12 game can be seen on CBS.
Cardinals vs Jaguars streaming: How do I watch NFL Week 12 game on livestream?
Streaming options for the Cardinals vs Jaguars game include FUBO, which offers a free trial, and other streaming services that carry CBS, like Paramount+.
Jaguars vs Cardinals announcers: Who is calling the NFL Week 12 game?
Spero Dedes (play-by-play) and Adam Archuleta (analyst) are scheduled to be the announcers for the Cardinals-Jaguars Week 12 NFL game.
Cardinals vs Jaguars game odds: Who is favored in NFL Week 12?
The Jaguars are a 2.5-point favorite over the Cardinals in NFL Week 12 odds for the game, courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook.
Jacksonville is -145 on the moneyline, while Arizona is +120.
The over/under (point total) is set at 47.5 points.
Jaguars vs Cardinals picks, predictions: Who will win NFL Week 12 game?
The Arizona Republic’s Jeremy Cluff is predicting a 24-20 win for the Jaguars over the Cardinals in the Week 12 NFL game today.
Other sites lean toward the Jaguars beating the Cardinals in their NFL Week 12 picks and NFL Week 12 predictions for the game, but not everyone is taking Jacksonville to cover the point spread.
Pregame reading for Cardinals vs Jaguars Week 12 NFL game today
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