Love to Cards at No. 3; earliest RB since Saquon
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- Arizona Cardinals select Jeremiyah Love at No. 3, the highest‑drafted running back since Saquon Barkley’s No. 2 in 2018.
- Jeremiyah Love posted 1,372 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior, ranking eighth and third nationally in those categories.
- Mike LaFleur brings a West‑Coast offensive scheme to Arizona, positioning Love as a starter alongside veteran James Conner.
- CBS Sports reports Love’s rookie deal will place him among the league’s highest‑paid running backs.
Why it matters: The Cardinals secure a top‑10 draftee at No. 3, adding a 1,372‑yard rusher; his high‑value rookie deal should lift offensive output and drive higher ticket revenue.
