In an encouraging development for the Arizona Cardinals, starting running back James Conner has resumed practicing with the team. Conner, who had been sidelined due to a knee injury suffered in Week 5, has shown promise and has the team excited about his potential return to the field.

Despite being placed on injured reserve, Conner continues to lead the Cardinals in rushing attempts with 68 and rushing yards with 364. He has also contributed two touchdowns, second only to now-traded Joshua Dobbs.

During an open portion of Thursday's practice, Conner showcased his receiving skills, working alongside quarterback Kyler Murray. This highlights his versatility as a playmaker for the team.

Head coach Gannon has expressed his enthusiasm about Conner's progress since his return to practice. While not officially confirming Conner's availability for upcoming games, Gannon has been impressed with Conner's performance and believes his presence will have a significant positive impact on the team.

"He's our workhorse in the run game, so it'll be good to get him back and it helps not only Kyler, it helps our team," Gannon commented.

The absence of Conner in recent games has been noticeable, with the Cardinals' run game and overall offense struggling. With Conner set to make his return, the team is hopeful that they can regain their momentum and build on their early-season success.

In addition to Conner, the Cardinals also saw the return of Marco Wilson and Cameron Thomas to practice, providing further depth and reinforcement to the team.

As the Cardinals prepare for their upcoming games, the return of James Conner promises to be a major boost for the team's offensive arsenal. With his impressive rushing statistics and proven ability to contribute in both the running and passing game, Conner's presence will undoubtedly make a difference for the Cardinals as they strive for success in the remainder of the season.