The Arizona Cardinals are heading into Week 6 without one of the names they were counting on most in the backfield. Rookie running back Jeremiyah Love has been ruled out for Sunday’s matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, a setback that leaves the offense with a different look behind center.
Love is dealing with an ankle injury he picked up in Week 4, and Mike LaFleur said the issue has been bothering him ever since. The Cardinals head coach also noted that the injury may have gotten worse over the course of the week. Even so, Love is not expected to be headed for injured reserve at this point.
The absence stings because Arizona had hoped for a bigger impact from the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Through five games, Love has produced 3.7 yards per carry with one rushing touchdown.
He’s also added 11 receptions for 36 yards and another score as a receiver. It hasn’t been the instant breakout many envisioned when he entered the league.
With Love sidelined, Tyler Allgeier moves into the lead role. He becomes the Cardinals’ primary option on the ground against the Rams and will be asked to carry the load in a bigger way.
Allgeier has logged 35 carries for 119 yards and one touchdown this season, along with 12 catches for 44 yards, both team highs among Arizona running backs. For now, he’s the next man up while Love works his way back from the ankle issue.
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