As we gear up for the 2026 NFL Draft, all eyes are on Notre Dame's standout running back, Jeremiyah Love. With his impressive showing at the NFL Combine, it seems increasingly unlikely that Love will still be available when the Washington Commanders make their pick at No. 7 overall. At 6-foot-0 and 212 pounds, Love has made a compelling case as perhaps the best overall player in this year's draft.
Mock drafts are buzzing with the possibility of Love heading to the Tennessee Titans at No. 4. The Titans have bolstered their roster during free agency, with new head coach Robert Saleh focusing on defense and securing top receiver Wan'Dale Robinson to support their young quarterback.
Meanwhile, the New York Giants, a division rival of Washington, are also in the mix. With Tyrone Tracy's solid rookie season and Cam Skattebo's promising start last year before his injury, it might seem like the Giants would pass on another running back.
But with John Harbaugh now at the helm, anything is possible. If Harbaugh wants Love, he might just make it happen-assuming, of course, that Love isn't snagged by a team picking earlier.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Giants could be the team to watch when it comes to Love. "I think the Jeremiyah Love watch starts at five with the Giants," Schefter noted, signaling a potential shake-up in draft expectations.
The Giants have been linked to Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles in mock drafts. If Styles falls to Washington, he could be a prime target for the Commanders, especially after they signed Leo Chenal in free agency. Styles offers a different skill set and could be the defensive anchor Washington needs, filling the shoes of Bobby Wagner.
As for Washington's running back situation, they've already brought in Rachaad White, Jerome Ford, and Jeremy McNichols through free agency. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is expected to be the starter, with White contributing on third downs and in passing scenarios. However, if Love somehow slips past the Giants, it would be tough for GM Adam Peters to resist adding such a dynamic player to elevate quarterback Jayden Daniels and the Commanders' offense in 2026.
With so many moving pieces, the draft is shaping up to be an exciting and unpredictable affair. Whether Love lands with the Titans, Giants, or another team, his impact is sure to be felt across the league.