The Cardinals are sitting at 6-5 this season, and let’s be real—James Conner has been the lifeline of this offense since he landed in Arizona. On Saturday, the team made sure to lock down their workhorse for the long haul, signing him to a two-year extension that keeps him in the desert through 2026. But here’s the kicker: the extension probably isn’t what’s on Conner’s mind right now.

See, the thing is, Conner and his longtime partner Sarah Quinn might be riding through a rough patch…or maybe the end! You’re probably thinking, “Not another speculation, please!” But let’s be honest—social media’s become the playbook for modern relationships. And if they’ve stopped following each other on Instagram? Something’s off.

In today’s dating world, hitting “follow” is basically the first step. The one before talking. When that connection’s missing, the silence feels louder than a packed stadium in playoffs. Could this be a social media misdirection, or are we seeing the end of a duo that’s been together since 2015? Either way, it’s tough to imagine this pair, who’ve weathered so much together, walking separate paths.

Sarah has been a breathing example of: “Through thick and thin.” From her days cheering at the University of Pittsburgh to standing by Conner through his battle with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, she’s been present. And that’s the most important thing—being there. She’s now an RN working in trauma and burn care in Pittsburgh.

But here’s the thing—this isn’t just about a breakup. It’s also about what they have represented all these years. A relationship built on grit, resilience, and those little moments that go unseen. Let’s hope the rumors are just noise… And maybe, just maybe, we’d see Sarah re-sharing Conner’s new deal with the Cardinals on her ‘gram story.

James Conner’s got a lot left in his tank

I mean, a new contract makes sense for James Conner. Did you know he’s coming off a stellar 2023 season? A season where he proved, yet again, that he’s got plenty of tread left on those tires. And that was the Cardinals’ way of telling the whole league: “Hey, get your hands off our veteran.” 

Why wouldn’t they do it? Here’s the thing: when Conner shines, so do the Cardinals. The numbers don’t lie. They’re 5-1 when he racks up 100 scrimmage yards and a dismal 1-4 when he doesn’t. He’s already at 993 scrimmage yards this season, tied with Derrick Henry for forcing the most missed tackles (71, if you’re counting). That’s some elite company.

Sure, last week’s game in Seattle was a hiccup. But Conner’s bounce-back ability is as reliable as a Justin Tucker field goal. The dude just keeps showing up. What’s next? The Cardinals have some big decisions to make, with key players hitting free agency. But locking down Conner was a no-brainer for GM Monti Ossenfort.

He’s sixth all-time in rushing touchdowns for the franchise, a leader on and off the field, and the kind of teammate you’d want in any huddle. Especially when Arizona’s next stop is in Minnesota. Couple that with the fact that they cannot afford to lose any more games from here on. It’s show-time!