Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love Pitches Versatility, Super Bowl Ambition Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Love says he's "willing to do anything" to help a team win a championship.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 10:31am

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Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love recently appeared on a podcast and explained why teams should be willing to invest an early draft pick in him for the 2026 NFL Draft. Love touted his versatility, saying he's "adaptable" and "willing to do anything" to help a team have success, whether that's running, catching passes, blocking, or contributing on special teams. He also emphasized his desire to be a "culture guy" and build a strong team brotherhood.

Why it matters

Love is projected to be one of the top running back prospects in the 2026 draft class, and his willingness to fill multiple roles could make him an attractive option for teams drafting in the top half of the first round. The debate around the value of drafting running backs early continues, and Love's pitch highlights how he believes he can provide immediate offensive impact.

The details

In the 2025 season, Love rushed for 1,372 yards on 199 carries and scored 18 touchdowns for Notre Dame. He also added 27 receptions for 280 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his ability as a dual-threat back. Love's production and versatility have boosted his draft stock, with PFSN's latest 2026 mock draft projecting him to be selected 9th overall by the Kansas City Chiefs.

  • Love recently appeared on the 'This is Football' podcast ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

The players

Jeremiyah Love

A running back prospect from the University of Notre Dame who is expected to be one of the top players selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.

CJ Carr

The quarterback at the University of Notre Dame who threw passes to Jeremiyah Love during the 2025 season.

Kevin Clark

A host on the ESPN podcast 'This is Football' who interviewed Jeremiyah Love.

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What they’re saying

“I tell them I'm willing to do anything for this team to have success, anything for this team to bring home a Super Bowl or just have a successful season. I'm adaptable. I'm here to do whatever you need me to do, whether it's run the ball, catch the ball, block, whatever it may be. Special teams, I'm here to do it all.”

— Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame Running Back (This is Football* podcast)

“I'm your guy when it comes to having a team guy who's willing to do anything for the team to win. And also, I'm a culture guy. I love to build culture. I love to make friends and build a brotherhood.”

— Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame Running Back (This is Football* podcast)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Love's pitch of versatility and team-first mentality could make him an appealing option for teams drafting in the top half of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, as they look to add an immediate offensive playmaker who can contribute in multiple ways to help a team win a championship.