Conner is noted in a motion sequence that contributed to miscommunication on a drive, highlighting the recurring offensive procedural issues that plagued the late game and added to the ugliness.

Conner is part of the two-TE set in Week 1 with Waller out, but the team might pursue a third TE. Conner’s role will hinge on whether the Dolphins add another option and how they deploy two-TE formations in the early-season game plan.

Conner enters the mix as another TE option with Waller's status up in the air. In a system that doesn’t overly emphasize tight ends, Conner could grab a few key targets if Waller’s ramp is gradual, providing a budget-friendly path to fantasy points in limited weeks.

Conner’s potential increase in Week 1 follows Waller’s uncertain status. If Waller can’t go, Conner could become a more frequent target in two-TE sets or as a versatile option in the red zone. His fantasy upside hinges on how Miami uses him in practice and in-game packages.

Conner notes a shift in the Dolphins' environment as leadership changes take hold, aligning with McDaniel’s discipline push and a more bought-in roster this preseason.