Cardinals rookie RB Love to miss practice, next preseason game

Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will miss at least a week of practice and is ruled out of the team's next preseason game after suffering an ankle injury in his NFL debut against the Las Vegas Raiders. Head coach Mike LaFleur confirmed the extended timeline on Saturday morning after revealing that the injury, initially thought minor, had progressed.

Love, the third overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, made his first career appearance in Thursday night's preseason victory over the Raiders. He played the entire first half, showcasing the dynamic ability that led Arizona to select him. Love finished the half with 11 carries for 58 yards and three receptions for 14 yards. His performance included a highlight-reel hurdle over a defender, drawing praise for his energy and versatility. The Cardinals won the game 27-14.

However, Love sustained the injury when his foot was twisted awkwardly during a rotation with fellow running back Tyler Allgeier. After the game, LaFleur downplayed the setback, stating Love "could have returned if we needed him to" and was "fine" and "excited." But by Saturday, the situation had changed. LaFleur reported that Love's ankle grew more...