Cardinals Manage Jeremiyah Love’s Workload Amid Fresh Ankle Concerns

Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love was absent from practice on Wednesday, October 14, as the team manages a left ankle injury ahead of their Week 6 divisional matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Head coach Mike LaFleur characterized the decision to sideline the No. 3 overall pick as a strategic necessity, describing rest for the ankle as “vital” to maintaining the player’s effectiveness.

The current injury affects Love’s left ankle, making it a distinct issue from the right ankle sprain that sidelined him during the 2026 preseason. By resting the rookie now, the coaching staff aims to ensure he can retain the cutting ability and explosiveness required for his high-volume role in the offense. According to TSN, LaFleur noted that providing this recovery time is essential for Love to play at full strength rather than playing through significant physical limitations.

Selected out of Notre Dame, Love has served as the centerpiece of the Cardinals’ ground game through the first five weeks of his career. He has recorded 245 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown. While his 3.7 yards per carry average reflects the struggles of a 1-4 team, his workload suggests he remains the primary engine for an offense looking for more consistency.

Love's absence from the practice field shifts the focus to recovery and rehabilitation.

The Cardinals are currently weighing Love’s long-term durability against the immediate pressure of a losing record.

With the Cardinals sitting at the bottom of the division, the availability of their top draft investment remains a focal point for the remainder of the week’s preparation. The team will likely monitor Love’s mobility during Thursday and Friday sessions before determining his official status for the October 18 contest in Los Angeles.

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