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Jeremiyah Love Declares for NFL Draft After Record-Breaking Season

12/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame running back, has declared for the 2026 National Football League Draft.
He leaves Notre Dame with 42 total touchdowns, ranking third in program history.
Love earned consensus All-American status.
He won the Doak Walker Award, with analysts projecting him as a top-five pick.
In 2025, Love rushed for 1,372 yards and 21 total touchdowns, breaking Jerome Bettis's single-season Notre Dame record.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1990, the Doak Walker Award honors the top college running back in the U.S., named after former SMU star Doak Walker. In 2025, Jeremiyah Love of Notre Dame won the award after rushing for 1,372 yards and 21 touchdowns, breaking Jerome Bettis's single-season record. His achievements reflect the competitive nature of college football and its impact on future NFL prospects.

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Story summary

Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame running back, has declared for the 2026 National Football League Draft.
He leaves Notre Dame with 42 total touchdowns, ranking third in program history.
Love earned consensus All-American status.
He won the Doak Walker Award, with analysts projecting him as a top-five pick.
In 2025, Love rushed for 1,372 yards and 21 total touchdowns, breaking Jerome Bettis's single-season Notre Dame record.

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