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Arizona Cardinals rookie RB Jeremiyah Love injury updates

Overview

Jeremiyah Love entered the 2026 season as the No. 3 overall pick and the recipient of a four-year, $53 million contract, the largest rookie deal for a running back. Coach Mike LaFleur has emphasized a transparent, rotating workload that pairs Love with veterans James Conner, Tyler Allgeier and newcomer Trey Benson, while also protecting the $50 million investment. Following a preseason high ankle sprain, Love was active for the season opener on September 13, scoring a touchdown in his NFL debut.

On September 29, Love recorded 90 rushing yards and his first receiving touchdown in a loss to the San Francisco 49ers, though he expressed personal accountability for the defeat. Following a loss to the New York Giants, Love reported ongoing physical struggles, specifically noting that managing workload and physical fatigue has been a challenge. While he stated he did not suffer a new injury during the Giants game, he continued to deal with ankle concerns.

On October 15, the Cardinals ruled Love out for the Week 6 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams due to a lingering left ankle injury. Coach LaFleur stated the team is prioritizing rest, noting the injury has persisted since Week 4 and has hampered Love’s ability to “cut and run routes effectively.”

On October 25, Love was ruled out for a second consecutive game due to a high left ankle sprain, which was aggravated during the Week 4 game against the Giants. The injury has limited his production to an average of 3.7 yards per carry over five games. While the team has opted not to place him on injured reserve to avoid a mandatory four-week absence, no official return date has been set, though a return on November 1 against Dallas is considered a possibility.

Entities

Arizona Cardinals · Jeremiyah Love · Mike LaFleur · Jacoby Brissett · James Conner

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 15 SOURCES] Love signed a four‑year, $53 million contract, a record rookie deal for a running back.
[● 15 SOURCES] Tyler Allgeier said he is happy to share the running back load with Love and views the competition as positive.
[● 15 SOURCES] James Conner is returning from a season‑ending ankle injury.
[● 15 SOURCES] Mike LaFleur is the Cardinals’ first‑year head coach.
[● 7 SOURCES] Jeremiyah Love was selected No. 3 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals.
[● 6 SOURCES] Love rushed for 1,035 yards as a rookie with the Atlanta Falcons in 2022.
[● 6 SOURCES] The Cardinals’ running back room includes Allgeier, Love, James Conner and Trey Benson.
[● 3 SOURCES] The Arizona Cardinals are scheduled to play the Los Angeles Chargers in their Week 1 opener on September 13.
[● 2 SOURCES] Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur expressed confidence regarding Jeremiyah Love's ability to play in Week 1.
[● 2 SOURCES] Jeremiyah Love is believed to have suffered a low-grade high ankle sprain during a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
[○ 1 SOURCE] In Madden NFL 27, Love is the top offensive rookie with an overall rating of 82 and a speed rating of 94.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Love recorded 58 rushing yards on 11 carries and three catches for 14 yards during the preseason game on August 13.

Timeline

1 day ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Jeremiyah Love ruled out with high ankle sprain
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will miss a second straight game due to a high ankle sprain sustained in August and aggravated in Week 4.
11 days ago

[SPORTS] 12 sources
NFL Week 6: Jeremiyah Love ruled out for Cardinals vs. Rams
Arizona Cardinals rookie RB Jeremiyah Love is ruled out against the Rams due to a lingering ankle injury. Meanwhile, the Rams face defensive absences, and the Chiefs prepare to host the Chargers.
22 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Arizona Cardinals face major injury setbacks with Paris Johnson Jr. out for season
The Arizona Cardinals face major injury losses as left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. is ruled out for the season and running back Jeremiyah Love manages ongoing physical frustrations.
27 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Jeremiyah Love shines in Cardinals loss to 49ers
Arizona Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love rushed for 90 yards and scored a touchdown in a 36-30 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, marking a breakout performance despite the team's defeat.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Jeremiyah Love scores touchdown in Cardinals' NFL debut
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love scored a touchdown on his first career drive during his NFL debut against the Los Angeles Chargers.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Arizona Cardinals coach optimistic about Jeremiyah Love's availability for Week 1
Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur is optimistic that rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will be ready for the season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers despite a recent high ankle sprain.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Arizona Cardinals face running back injury challenges ahead of Week 1
Arizona Cardinals rookie RB Jeremiyah Love is roughly 50-50 to play in Week 1 due to an ankle injury. James Conner has been placed on injured reserve, while the Vikings expect J. J. McCarthy on their active's.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 28 sources
Jeremiyah Love sidelined with ankle injury
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is sidelined with a high ankle sprain, likely missing the rest of the preseason but potentially returning for the regular-season opener.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Jeremiyah Love prepares for Arizona Cardinals preseason debut
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is preparing for his NFL preseason debut against the Raiders amid scrutiny over his high draft position and recent extravagant spending.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Arizona Cardinals Keep rookie RB Jeremiyah Love out of Hall of Fame preseason game
Arizona Cardinals will not play rookie RB Jeremiyah Love in the Hall of Fame preseason game, delaying his debut to the next week’s matchup.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Arizona Cardinals secure $10 million raise for QB Jacoby Brissett and spotlight rookie running back Jeremiyah Love
The Arizona Cardinals gave QB Jacoby Brissett a $10 million raise, highlighted rookie running back Jeremiyah Love’s $53 million deal, and saw CB Trent McDuffie join the Rams.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 17 sources
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love joins crowded backfield
The Cardinals drafted rookie RB Jeremiyah Love No. 3 overall, gave him a $53 M contract, and see him competing with Tyler Allgeier and veterans in a deep backfield; Love tops Madden NFL 27 rookie ratings.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Arizona Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love praised for early camp performance
Rookie running back Jeremiyah Love, No. 3 overall pick, is earning praise at Arizona Cardinals camp, with coach Mike LaFleur planning a shared backfield and fantasy analysts ranking him high in draft position.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Arizona Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love draws fan criticism and sparks optimism at training camp
Arizona Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love, drafted No. 3 overall, faced fan mockery after OC Nathaniel Hackett's comments, while the team’s rebuild under new head coach Matt LaFleur looks to leverage his dual‑tht

Sources

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