The spotlight on the running back position continues to grow as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches. One prospect drawing significant attention is Notre Dame standout Jeremiyah Love.
Love has emerged as one of the most productive and dynamic players in college football over the past two seasons. His performance has elevated him into early top-five pick conversations.
NFL, Jeremiyah Love
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (RB11) during the Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Former player and analyst Louis Riddick recently highlighted Love’s potential, pointing to his readiness to make an immediate impact at the professional level. Love’s versatility as a three-down back has become a defining trait, allowing him to contribute in both the run and pass game.
At Notre Dame, Love compiled 1,372 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns in 2025 after posting 1,100 yards and 17 scores the previous season. Across those two years, he led the FBS with 35 rushing touchdowns and added to his value with consistent availability and durability.
Former NFL Star Louis Riddick Names Jeremiyah Love as Propspect With Elite-Level Impact From Day One
NFL, Jeremiyah Love
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love (RB11) during the Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Riddick recently named Love as an elite prospect for any team that’s going to draft him. This can be seen in a video shared by Get Up on X.
“Jeremiyah Love can have an elite-level impact from day one.”
—@LRiddickESPN on Love ahead of the NFL draft 👀 pic.twitter.com/oJSXSTKZhT
— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) March 25, 2026
Beyond his production, Love’s skill set separates him from many prospects at his position. He combines vision, burst and receiving ability, giving him the tools to create explosive plays while keeping defenses off balance.
The primary question entering the draft is not his talent but how teams value the running back position. If a franchise is willing to invest early, Love has the profile to become an immediate difference-maker at the next level.
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