Jeremiyah Love

Jeremiyah Love (born May 31, 2005) is an American professional football running back for the Arizona Cardinals, who selected him third overall in the 2026 NFL draft after a standout college career at Notre Dame. Growing up in St. Louis, he excelled at Christian Brothers College High School, winning a state title in the 100-meter dash (10.76 seconds) and earning Missouri's Gatorade Player of the Year honors as a senior. At Notre Dame, Love broke out in 2024 with 1,125 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns, setting a school record with 13 consecutive games with a rushing touchdown and scoring on a spectacular 98-yard run in the College Football Playoff. In 2025, he rushed for a career-high 228 yards against USC and became the first player in program history with two 90-yard touchdown runs, ultimately winning the Doak Walker Award as the nation's top running back. His combination of elite speed, power, and record-breaking production made him a top draft prospect, leading to his selection by Arizona.