Cardinals' rookie running back Jeremiyah Love expected to be active for Week 1
Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur indicated that first-round pick Jeremiyah Love is progressing well from a preseason ankle sprain and is likely to suit up for the season opener against the Chargers, though his role may be limited.
Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur said the rookie running back is "trending well" and progressing from a high-ankle sprain after participating in limited practice sessions earlier this week. Sources close to the team indicated that Love is expected to be active for the Week 1 matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers, with the possibility of sharing carries with veteran Tyler Allgeier, who is listed as the starter on the official depth chart. ESPN’s Adam Schefter noted that it "looks like" Love will suit up, while NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo previously reported a 50/50 chance of his participation. If Love is cleared to play, he could be used as a flex option in the backfield, though the ankle injury may still limit his workload. The Cardinals are set to release their first official injury report on Wednesday, which should confirm his status before the weekend.