Dean Connors Fantasy outlook, stats and Week 5 start/sit for 2026
- Age
- 23
- Height / weight
- 6'0", 206 lb
- Experience
- Rookie
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- -
- Pos rank
- -
- Rostered
- -
Week 5 vs. Bills, Mon Oct 12, 8:15 PM ET 6th vs. RBs, favorable
Dean Connors's 2026 Season, Week by Week
The next four matchups include one of the league's softest run defenses.
- Week 2, Win,vs NYG,-,Did not play
- Week 3, Loss,at DEN,-,Did not play
- Week 4, Win,at PHI,-,Did not play
- Up next. Week 5, Oct 12,vs BUF,FavorableBills vs. RBs
- Week 6, Oct 18,vs ARI,ToughCardinals vs. RBs
- Week 7, Oct 25,at LV,NeutralRaiders vs. RBs
- Week 8, Nov 1,vs LAC,NeutralChargers vs. RBs
Matchup rank is PPR points allowed to RBs through Week 4. 1st allows the most, 32nd the fewest.
Should You Start or Roster Dean Connors?
Connors arrives in Los Angeles as an undrafted rookie staring up at a crowded depth chart, currently slotted as an RB4 who must beat out Ronnie Rivers just to claim a roster spot. The Rams' backfield is stacked, so any path to meaningful snaps is narrow. He carries no ADP, landing around RB123 in dynasty circles and RB185 in redraft, which fairly reflects a fringe asset with no projectable 2026 workload yet.
The profile is more interesting than the role. He grades as a well-rounded back who finishes runs and excels in pass protection, and a 14.4% college target share hints at real third-down receiving value. Average burst and long speed cap his ceiling, but the receiving chops give him a survivable niche. Realistically he's a watch-list stash whose value spikes only with an injury ahead of him or a fresh landing spot elsewhere.
Rest-of-Season Outlook and Availability
Outlook
The profile is more interesting than the role. He grades as a well-rounded back who finishes runs and excels in pass protection, and a 14.4% college target share hints at real third-down receiving value. Full outlook
Injury status
Active, no designation
Dean Connors Fantasy Football FAQ
Should I start Dean Connors in Week 5?
Dean Connors plays Week 5 against the Bills. The Bills rank 6th in PPR points allowed to RBs, a favorable matchup. Get the start/sit call for Connors.
What are Dean Connors's upcoming fantasy football matchups?
Dean Connors's next three games are Week 5 vs. the Bills (6th in PPR points allowed to RBs, favorable), Week 6 vs. the Cardinals (30th in PPR points allowed to RBs, tough) and Week 7 at the Raiders (15th in PPR points allowed to RBs, neutral). One of them is favorable by points allowed to the position.
Preseason Projection vs. Reality
Our 2026 Preseason Outlook
Connors arrives in Los Angeles as an undrafted rookie staring up at a crowded depth chart, currently slotted as an RB4 who must beat out Ronnie Rivers just to claim a roster spot. The Rams' backfield is stacked, so any path to meaningful snaps is narrow. He carries no ADP, landing around RB123 in dynasty circles and RB185 in redraft, which fairly reflects a fringe asset with no projectable 2026 workload yet.
The profile is more interesting than the role. He grades as a well-rounded back who finishes runs and excels in pass protection, and a 14.4% college target share hints at real third-down receiving value. Average burst and long speed cap his ceiling, but the receiving chops give him a survivable niche. Realistically he's a watch-list stash whose value spikes only with an injury ahead of him or a fresh landing spot elsewhere.
What Could Change His Value
Upside
- A soft spotThe Bills in Week 5 is a top-10 matchup for RBs.Wk 5 BUF, 6thWk 6 ARI, 30thWk 7 LV, 15thWk 8 LAC, 14th
Risk
- RoleHe's RB3 on the depth chart.
- A tough matchupThe Cardinals in Week 6 (30th) is among the stingiest defenses against RBs.
Dean Connors Fantasy Outlook FAQ
What is Dean Connors's projected role going forward?
Dean Connors is RB3 on the depth chart, so a bigger role needs an injury or a change ahead of him.
What is Dean Connors's fantasy football upside?
Dean Connors's upside: the Bills in Week 5 is a top-10 matchup for RBs.
What could hurt Dean Connors's fantasy value?
Dean Connors's risks: the Cardinals in Week 6 is a tough matchup. See his injury status and history.
How difficult is Dean Connors's remaining fantasy schedule?
Difficult: of his next seven games, 2 come against a top-10 matchup for RBs and 3 against one of the stingiest defenses, by PPR points allowed to the position.
Latest Dean Connors News & Updates
Fantasy-relevant news, game recaps and role changes
Season Timeline
Week 4Oct 4W 24–20 @ PHI
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
Week 3Sep 27L 26–30 @ DEN
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
Week 2Sep 21W 28–6 vs NYG
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
Week 1Sep 10L 7–27 vs SF
PendingRecap pending · analysis updating
No updates of this type yet this season.
Rams Teammates News
Updates on Connors's backfield partners and quarterback.
- Blake Corum: Limited workload during SNF (opens in new tab)Blake Corum, RB. 33 carries this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Matthew Stafford: Vintage effort sans Nacua in win (opens in new tab)Matthew Stafford, QB. 162 pass attempts this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Blake Corum: Even timeshare with Williams (opens in new tab)Blake Corum, RB. 33 carries this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Kyren Williams: Scores receiving TD on efficient night (opens in new tab)Kyren Williams, RB. 54 carries this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
- Blake Corum: Impressive with limited touches (opens in new tab)Blake Corum, RB. 33 carries this season. Via Dynasty CommandNeutral
Around the Rams
Dean Connors Bio
Dean Connors is a running back for the Los Angeles Rams, where he wears No. 33. Born August 29, 2003, he attended Murrieta Valley and played college football at Riverside Community College, Rice and then Houston.
He entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams in 2026.
Career Timeline
1 stop with 1 team in 1 season. Each block's width is the time he spent there.
What happened at each stop
Los Angeles Rams Current team2026–present
Listed on the 2026 roster; no regular-season stats recorded.
College: Riverside Community College, Rice, Houston
Trades and Team Changes
- SignedSigned as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams.
About Dean Connors: Bio FAQ
How old is Dean Connors?
Dean Connors is 23 years old. He was born on August 29, 2003. 2026 is his 1st NFL season.
How tall is Dean Connors?
Dean Connors is 6 feet tall (6'0"), listed at 206 pounds, and plays running back for the Los Angeles Rams.
How much does Dean Connors weigh?
Dean Connors weighs 206 pounds, his listed weight on the Los Angeles Rams roster. He is listed at 6'0".
What number does Dean Connors wear?
Dean Connors wears number 33 for the Los Angeles Rams. He plays running back.
What position does Dean Connors play?
Dean Connors plays running back for the Los Angeles Rams, wearing number 33. 2026 is his 1st season in the NFL.
What team does Dean Connors play for?
Dean Connors plays for the Los Angeles Rams as a running back. He has been with the Rams since 2026.
Where did Dean Connors go to college?
Dean Connors played college football at Houston, after attending Murrieta Valley (CA).
Where is Dean Connors from?
Dean Connors went to high school in California, at Murrieta Valley, before playing college football at Houston.
When is Dean Connors's birthday?
Dean Connors's birthday is August 29. He was born on August 29, 2003 and is 23 years old.
How long has Dean Connors been in the NFL?
Dean Connors is an NFL rookie in 2026. View his career statistics.
What teams has Dean Connors played for?
Dean Connors has played for the Los Angeles Rams. View his career statistics.
What year did Dean Connors enter the NFL?
Dean Connors entered the NFL in 2026. 2026 is his 1st season.