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Jeremiyah Love Shines at Combine, Rises to No. 2 Draft Prospect

3/5/2026

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Summary

Jeremiyah Love Excels

Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame running back, ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the scouting combine, elevating to the consensus No. 2 prospect for the 2026 NFL draft.
Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi praised Love's versatility as a three-down back.
Analysts project Love could be selected as high as No. 3 overall, with potential fits to the Titans and Saints.
Love totaled 1,372 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns last season.

History

Historical Context

The NFL Scouting Combine, established in 1982 following a proposal by Tex Schramm and Gil Brandt, centralized player evaluations, enhancing draft strategies. This shift came during a challenging period for the Dallas Cowboys, who faced criticism for their draft choices that year. The Combine has since spotlighted athletes like Bo Jackson and Jeremiyah Love, emphasizing the league's focus on athletic performance in player selection.

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Jeremiyah Love Excels

Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame running back, ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the scouting combine, elevating to the consensus No. 2 prospect for the 2026 NFL draft.
Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi praised Love's versatility as a three-down back.
Analysts project Love could be selected as high as No. 3 overall, with potential fits to the Titans and Saints.
Love totaled 1,372 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns last season.

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