Overview
- The Cardinals used the No. 3 pick on Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love after a 14-loss season that left needs at pass rush and on the offensive line.
- Executives around the league, in comments reported Tuesday by The Athletic and cited by Yahoo Sports, said they believe owner Michael Bidwill pushed for that selection.
- Ossenfort said Bidwill was not part of the decision and described the owner as engaged in draft scenarios but hands off on the final choice.
- Former scout Scot McCloughan told The Athletic he expects Jadarian Price to be better than Love, and Seattle drafted Price at No. 32 to set up two NFC West meetings each year.
- Fanatics data reported by Yahoo Sports show Love’s rookie jersey ranks seventh among 2026 rookies in sales, signaling strong early interest from Arizona fans.