Overview
- Cardinals offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett told reporters Sunday that Jeremiyah Love is "definitely a rookie" and did not name him the starter for the 2026 season.
- Hackett emphasized the depth and versatility of the backfield and described a likely running-back-by-committee approach while the rookie earns his role.
- The backfield includes James Conner, who is returning from a season-ending foot injury, and Tyler Allgeier, who was added in free agency to provide veteran carries and pass protection.
- Quarterback Jacoby Brissett has limited his participation at camp over a contract dispute described by coach Mike LaFleur as "productive," with Gardner Minshew taking first-team reps in the meantime.
- The Cardinals will use training camp reps and the Aug. 6 Hall of Fame Game to measure Love's readiness and decide how quickly the No. 3 pick is integrated into game-day roles, a choice that will affect usage and the veteran starters' workloads.