Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love targets Week 1 availability
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love participated in a walkthrough session on Monday, September 7, as he recovers from an ankle injury. Head coach Mike LaFleur indicated that he feels optimistic about the status of Love for the upcoming Week 1 game. While the veteran back was able to complete some tasks during the walkthrough, his status remains subject to ongoing evaluation throughout the week. If active, Love may see a restricted number of carries compared to his standard workload. Fantasy participants and team observers will monitor his progress during practice sessions leading up to the scheduled kickoff to determine his readiness. No final determination regarding his active roster status has been confirmed by the team.
- •Jeremiyah Love participated in a team walkthrough on September 7.
- •The running back is currently managing an ankle injury.
- •Head coach Mike LaFleur expressed optimism regarding Love's availability for Week 1.
- •Love may handle a limited number of carries if he plays.
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"Running back Jeremiyah Love was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, though first-year coach Mike LaFleur appeared optimistic that the Arizona Cardinals rookie will make his NFL debut on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers. The No. 3 overall pick out of Notre Dame has been battling a sprained ankle he suffered in a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug. 13. “He'll be ready to roll today and we'll just take it one day at a time,” LaFleur said before practice.
"The Arizona Cardinals start their first game week under head coach Mike LaFleur. LaFleur declined to comment on any injuries, including running back Jeremiyah Love, citing competitive reasons.LaFleur stonewalled a couple questions on Love’s injury from The Arizona Republic‘s Theo Mackie in his livestreamed presser for September 7. He first said “I feel good” when […] The post Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur Gives Vague Response on Jeremiyah Love’s Week 1 Status appeared first on HEAVY.
"As Week 1 for the Arizona Cardinals has them facing the Los Angeles Chargers , the fanbase has been wondering about the status of rookie running back Jeremiyah Love. While Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur said Love is “trending” in the direction of playing on Sunday, the star’s official status could indicate it isn’t cut-and-dried as one may […] The post Cardinals news: Jeremiyah Love's injury status is murkier than Mike LaFleur's update appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 7:54 PMArizona Cardinals inactives: RB Jeremiyah Love active, to play vs. Chargers
Running back Jeremiyah Love was not among the Cardinals' inactive players vs. the Chargers.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 7:39 PMJeremiyah Love will be in uniform Week 1
Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love ready to play after recovering from ankle injury
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 2:01 PMIs Jeremiyah Love playing today? The latest on the Cardinals running back
The latest injury information about Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 12:00 PMIs Jeremiyah Love Playing in Week 1? Latest Update on Cardinals RB’s Injury and His Availability vs. Chargers
Former Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love had a promising training camp and impressed in his preseason debut for the Arizona Cardinals before suffering a high-ankle sprain against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug. 13.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 11:20 AMIs Jeremiyah Love playing today? Latest injury update on Cardinals RB for Week 1
Here's what we know about the Week 1 status of Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love, who is questionable.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 10:23 PMJeremiyah Love's Week 1 status in question
Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love listed as questionable for opener after limited practice
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 10:12 PMCardinals news: Jeremiyah Love's injury status is murkier than Mike LaFleur's update
As Week 1 for the Arizona Cardinals has them facing the Los Angeles Chargers , the fanbase has been wondering about the status of rookie running back Jeremiyah Love. While Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur said Love is “trending” in the direction of playing on Sunday, the star’s official status could indicate it isn’t cut-and-dried as one may […] The post Cardinals news: Jeremiyah Love's injury status is murkier than Mike LaFleur's update appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 9:25 PMCardinals get massive Jeremiyah Love update ahead of Week 1
The Cardinals are eager to get rookie sensation Jeremiyah Love on the field to start the season, and the latest news on that front is positive.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 7:21 PMCardinals vs Chargers. What to expect from Jeremiyah Love in Week 1
Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love was officially listed as limited on the first two days of practice this week, but is likely to play on Sunday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 7:01 PMWill Jeremiyah Love play against Chargers in Week 1? Insider answers
Will the Chargers have to face off against the Cardinals' top rookie, Jeremiyah Love, in their Week 1 matchup?
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 6:12 PMCardinals RB Jeremiyah Love reportedly expected to play in season opener after dealing with high-ankle sprain
Love's poised to make his regular-season debut in Week 1 on the road against the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 5:55 PMJeremiyah Love "trending well" to play Sunday
The chances of Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love making his NFL debut against the Chargers on Sunday are looking pretty strong.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 5:24 PMIs Jeremiyah Love expected to play for the Cardinals in Week 1?
GLENDALE – Optimism around Jeremiyah Love’s debut for the Arizona Cardinals is growing even more after a major update on his ankle injury. According to ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss, rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is expected to play Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, a significant development after the No.
- CBS NFLSep 11, 2026, 4:00 PMJeremiyah Love expected to play in Week 1 but questions remain about his workload
The Cardinals expect their first-round running back to play against the Chargers, but there are still questions to answer
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 3:33 PMJeremiyah Love expected to play
Arizona Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love (ankle) is expected to suit up in Week 1.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 4:35 AMCardinals news: Jeremiyah Love's statement on status will have Chargers thinking
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love has made his intentions clear ahead of the team’s regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers , even though his availability remains officially undecided. Arizona’s first-round pick has been limited in practice for two consecutive days while recovering from a left high ankle sprain […] The post Cardinals news: Jeremiyah Love's statement on status will have Chargers thinking appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 3:14 AMCardinals’ Week 1 Injury Report Delivers Positive Sign for Jeremiyah Love
The Arizona Cardinals are now just four days out from officially opening up the Mike LaFleur era.The Cardinals’ opening game of the regular season is a testy one, as the team travels to take on the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.Much of the intrigue in this contest revolves around how complete the Cardinals will be, […] The post Cardinals’ Week 1 Injury Report Delivers Positive Sign for Jeremiyah Love appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 1:26 AMJeremiyah Love injury update: Arizona Cardinals RB limited Wednesday
Jeremiyah Love was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice for the Cardinals.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 12:17 AMCardinals RB Jeremiyah Love limited in practice, but coach Mike LaFleur is optimistic on progress
Running back Jeremiyah Love was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, though first-year coach Mike LaFleur appeared optimistic that the Arizona Cardinals rookie will make his NFL debut on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers. The No. 3 overall pick out of Notre Dame has been battling a sprained ankle he suffered in a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug. 13. “He'll be ready to roll today and we'll just take it one day at a time,” LaFleur said before practice.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 2:57 AMJeremiyah Love injury update: Mike LaFleur optimistic rookie RB to play
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur gave an update on Jeremiyah Love's ankle injury.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 1:19 AMWill Jeremiyah Love play in Week 1? Arizona Cardinals provide update
The Arizona Cardinals have a number of injury question marks ahead of Week 1, including the status of rookie running back Jeremiyah Love.
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 12:57 AMCardinals HC Mike LaFleur Gives Vague Response on Jeremiyah Love’s Week 1 Status
The Arizona Cardinals start their first game week under head coach Mike LaFleur. LaFleur declined to comment on any injuries, including running back Jeremiyah Love, citing competitive reasons.LaFleur stonewalled a couple questions on Love’s injury from The Arizona Republic‘s Theo Mackie in his livestreamed presser for September 7. He first said “I feel good” when […] The post Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur Gives Vague Response on Jeremiyah Love’s Week 1 Status appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 11:47 PMCardinals hopeful RB Jeremiyah Love can play vs. Chargers in Week 1 after preseason ankle injury
Jeremiyah Love, who the Cardinals took with the No. 3 overall pick in the draft, went down with an ankle sprain earlier in the preseason and has been sidelined ever since.
- ESPN NFLSep 7, 2026, 10:23 PMCardinals expect RB Love to be ready for opener
Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur is optimistic that rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will be able to play Sunday at the Chargers, about four weeks after suffering a high-ankle sprain in a preseason game.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 10:05 PMJeremiyah Love’s week 1 status takes major turn before Chargers game
The Cardinals received encouraging news on rookie running back Jeremiyah Love, who could make his highly anticipated NFL debut in Week 1 against the Chargers.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 9:18 PMMike LaFleur says he feels "good" about Jeremiyah Love's chances for Week 1
Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love injured his ankle in an Aug. 13 preseason game against the Raiders.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 8:49 PMJeremiyah Love may be available for Week 1
Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love making progress and may play in Week 1
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