Projecting OL Hayden Conner's rookie role in 2025 for Arizona Cardinals
Projecting OL Hayden Conner's rookie role in 2025 for Arizona Cardinals Conner, drafted in the sixth round, is no lock for the 53-man roster
The Arizona Cardinals selected seven players in the 2025 NFL draft. Their sixth-round pick, offensive lineman Hayden Conner, was selected with pick No. 211.
What role could he play for the team as a rookie? We will look at each draft pick and make projections for what role each can viably expect for them in 2025.
What is the case for Conner?
Expected role for Arizona Cardinals OL Hayden Conner
Conner was the starting left guard at Texas for three seasons. But he is no lock for the 53-man roster. Four of the five starting spots on the offensive line are set with Paris Johnson, Evan Brown, Hjalte Froholdt and Jonah Williams. Kelvin Beachum returns as a backup tackle. Isaiah Adams and Christian Jones return, as does Jon Gaines. They also signed Royce Newman and Jake Curhan
Conner's best-case scenario is making the roster and likely being inactive most games. He could also end on the practice squad.
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