Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers sign running back James Conner to 4-year deal

PITTSBURGH — The PIttsburgh Steelers signed their second of two third-round selections, running back James Conner, from the 2017 NFL Draft.

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Financial terms of the four-year deal were not disclosed.

Conner, who was the 105th overall pick, played collegiately at the University of Pittsburgh.

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He finished his Pitt career second on the school’s all-time rushing yards (3,733), total touchdowns (56) and rushing touchdowns (52) charts, while setting Atlantic Coast Conference records in total touchdowns and rushing touchdowns.

Conner is the fourth of the Steelers’ eight selections from the 2017 NFL Draft to sign with the team.