Jeremiyah Love news
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The gist
Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will miss at least a week with an ankle injury. His preseason debut impressed with 14 touches for 72 yards.
Background
Jeremiyah Love, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, made his preseason debut for the Arizona Cardinals against the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. He impressed with 11 carries for 58 yards and three catches for 14 yards, but suffered an ankle injury during the game. Coach Mike LaFleur initially thought it wasn't serious, but Love was sore on Friday, leading to the decision to hold him out for at least a week.
How it unfolded
- Aug 13, 2026Love plays in his first preseason game against the Raiders, recording 14 touches for 72 total yards before halftime, but suffers an ankle injury.
- Aug 14, 2026Coach Mike LaFleur says Love could have returned if needed and is optimistic he can practice next week.
- Aug 15, 2026LaFleur announces Love will miss at least a week due to the ankle being 'a little more sore than anticipated.' He will miss the next preseason game against the Cowboys.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Coach Mike LaFleur said Love's ankle is 'a little more sore' than expected and he will be out this week, with a reevaluation later.
- Analysts
- Fantasy analysts noted Love's impressive debut and heavy usage, suggesting he could have a significant role in the regular season.
Still unverified
The long-term severity of Love's ankle injury is not yet known; coach LaFleur did not provide a prognosis beyond this week.