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Jeremiyah Love makes history as the first running back since 2018 to be a top-five pick, going third overall to the Arizona Cardinals in the 2026 NFL Draft. This decision could reshape the Cardinals' offense for the upcoming season.
Love arrives in Arizona after a stellar junior year at Notre Dame, where he set a program record with 21 total touchdowns, surpassing the legendary Jerome Bettis. He finishes the season with impressive stats: 199 carries for 1,372 yards, averaging 6.9 yards per carry, plus 27 receptions for 280 yards and three receiving touchdowns. Recognized as a unanimous All-American and Doak Walker Award winner, Love's versatility as a three-down back is highly regarded.
FOX Sports lead draft analyst Rob Rang ranks Love as the No. 3 overall prospect, praising his elite blend of size and speed, comparing him to top talents like Saquon Barkley and Bijan Robinson. Joel Klatt also rates Love as the No. 2 player in the draft, emphasizing his ability to enhance any offense.
Joining a Cardinals team that struggled offensively last season, Love aims to fill a critical gap after Arizona ranked 31st in rushing yards. The Cardinals are optimistic about Love's potential impact under first-year head coach Mike LaFleur.
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