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Cardinals fans express concerns over Jeremiyah Love's early usage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 5:27 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Cardinals fans express concerns over Jeremiyah Love's early usage

Summary

Arizona Cardinals fans are voicing criticism regarding the limited usage of first-round pick Jeremiyah Love after two games of the 2026 season. Despite being the No. 3 overall pick, Love has only managed 20 carries for 70 yards and a touchdown, as the team has not heavily relied on him in their offense. Observers note that a possible ankle injury and the team's broader strategy may influence his workload. Fans and commentators are calling for a more balanced approach to utilize Love effectively while managing his recovery. The Cardinals face a challenging matchup against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 3.

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Status Watch

•Jeremiyah Love has 20 carries for 70 yards and one touchdown so far.
•Love played 40% of snaps in Week 2 against the team’s struggling offense.
•Concerns arose about his limited usage compared to fellow first-round pick Marvin Harrison Jr.
•Some fans advocate for careful workload management due to Love's recovery from an ankle injury.
•Arizona faces the San Francisco 49ers in their upcoming Week 3 matchup.

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5:27 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals Fans React to Mike LaFleur’s Usage of First-Round Pick Jeremiyah Love

What they're saying

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It was a controversial move for the Arizona Cardinals to use the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Jeremiyah Love. That’s not because he lacks talent, but because he’s a running back, and many see that as too high to pick a running back. So, given that context, it was safe […] The post Cardinals Fans React to Mike LaFleur’s Usage of First-Round Pick Jeremiyah Love appeared first on HEAVY.
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