The NFL world has consistently presented us with heroes who not only excel on the field but also embody greatness in their personal lives. Some of them have also faced and conquered cancer. Amidst numerous tales of inspiration, one name shines brightly: James Conner, the tenacious running back of the Arizona Cardinals. This remarkable athlete, now 28 years old, embarked on an extraordinary journey, seven years ago, enduring a battle that would test the limits of his strength and resilience.

Conner, the valiant warrior who proudly donned the red and white of the Arizona Cardinals, found himself facing an unexpected opponent in 2015. In a recent heartfelt gesture, the Cardinals organization shared a poignant photo of their fighter, paying tribute to his unwavering strength, indomitable courage, and fearless attitude in the face of adversity, commemorating not only his victorious battle but also celebrating the anniversary of his triumph.

The glorious return of Conner

In December 2015, Conner received a diagnosis of Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, during his junior year at the University of Pittsburgh, while recovering from a torn MCL. After undergoing rigorous treatment for six months, Conner announced on May 24th, 2016, that he was now cancer-free.

Throughout his treatment, Conner made a vow to return to the football field, and after successfully overcoming the challenging battle with cancer, he triumphantly came back to complete his senior season. His return was not ordinary; an indomitable spirit marked it. He accomplished impressive feats, rushing for 1,092 yards, scoring 16 touchdowns, and adding 4 receiving touchdowns in his 13 games.

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Following that, the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Conner 105th overall in the third round. Over his four-year tenure with the team, he accumulated an impressive 2,302 rushing yards and scored 26 touchdowns. In 2021, he transitioned to the Cardinals and signed a three-year contract extension with the team in 2022. As he enters the second year of his extension, the upcoming season holds special significance, as it coincides with the seventh anniversary of his victory over cancer on May 24th.

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To pay tribute to this remarkable milestone, the Cardinals honored him with a heartfelt tweet containing pictures of Conner from the hospital, accompanied by the caption, “Today marks 7 years of being cancer free for @JamesConner_🙏.” This tweet elicited an overwhelming response from fans who expressed their emotions and support on various social media platforms.

Conner is an inspiration for many!

The celebration of the seventh anniversary of Conner conquering cancer was not limited to the Cardinals alone. His fans and followers also enthusiastically participated in honoring their hero. Among them were individuals who had either been diagnosed with cancer or had triumphed over the disease, with Conner serving as a profound source of inspiration for them.

Some fans offered salutes to acknowledge Conner’s heroic comeback.

Moreover, an outpouring of congratulations flooded in from fans applauding Conner for his triumphant victory over cancer.

Conner’s journey from cancer diagnosis to triumph on the football field continues to inspire fans. As the upcoming season approaches, all eyes will be on him, eagerly awaiting to witness his exceptional performance on the field.

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