Overview
- The Cardinals confirmed on Thursday, Aug. 6 that Love will not play in the Hall of Fame Game and will wait until at least the Aug. 16 preseason outing to make his on-field debut.
- Arizona placed Tyler Allgeier ahead of Love on its provisional preseason depth chart, listing Love as the No. 2 running back behind established veterans.
- The team signed Love to a fully guaranteed rookie contract after drafting him third overall, signaling a long-term investment even as coaches manage his short-term workload.
- Cardinals coaches including offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett have downplayed naming an immediate starter and described Love as still growing into the NFL, which feeds role uncertainty.
- Fantasy analysts warn Love is a risky early-season pick because of the committee look and limited early reps, though his college production and draft status keep him a high-upside keeper for later seasons.