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Cardinals Draft Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love No. 3

4/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Arizona Cardinals selected Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026.
GM Monti Ossenfort said the team weighed trade-down options before choosing Love.
Owner Michael Bidwill and GM Ossenfort fielded trade inquiries from the Chiefs, Cowboys and Commanders.
Love posted 1,372 rushing yards, 18 touchdowns on 199 carries in 12 games for Notre Dame last season.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural NFL Draft on February 8, 1936, at Philadelphia's Ritz-Carlton Hotel marked a pivotal shift in professional football. The Philadelphia Eagles selected Jay Berwanger, the first Heisman Trophy winner, as the first overall pick. This structured selection process transformed team strategies and recruitment, influencing player dynamics and setting the foundation for future drafts, including the Arizona Cardinals' recent deliberations.

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Story summary

The Arizona Cardinals selected Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026.
GM Monti Ossenfort said the team weighed trade-down options before choosing Love.
Owner Michael Bidwill and GM Ossenfort fielded trade inquiries from the Chiefs, Cowboys and Commanders.
Love posted 1,372 rushing yards, 18 touchdowns on 199 carries in 12 games for Notre Dame last season.

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