Scouting Report: Jeremiyah Love (RB, Notre Dame)
The Profile
- Class: Junior (2026 Eligible)
- School: Notre Dame
- Height/Weight: 6'0" / 210 lbs
- Projected Draft Capital: Late Round 1 / Early Round 2
The SummaryJeremiyah Love isn’t just a running back; he’s an offensive weapon. After a solid sophomore campaign in 2024, Love exploded in 2025, cementing himself as one of the most electric playmakers in college football. He combines track-star speed with the fluidity of a slot receiver, making him a nightmare for defensive coordinators to scheme against. He isn't a traditional grinder, but in the modern NFL, he fits the "satellite plus" archetype perfectly.
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The Strengths
- Elite Acceleration: Love’s background as a 10.76s 100m sprinter shows up on tape. He doesn't just have long speed; he has instant burst through the hole. If he gets a crease, the angle is gone.
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- Receiving Utility: He is a legitimate mismatch out of the backfield. Notre Dame frequently split him out wide or used him on wheel routes. He tracks the ball naturally and has soft hands, making him a PPR goldmine.
- Contact Balance: For a guy known for speed, he runs surprisingly hard. He has a knack for slipping arm tackles and keeping his legs churning through contact, though he won't consistently move a pile of linemen.
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The Weaknesses
- Pass Protection: Like many explosive college backs, his blitz pickup is inconsistent. He needs to improve his anchor and recognition to be trusted on 3rd-and-long at the next level.
- Interior Vision: He occasionally bounces runs outside too early. He relies on his athletic superiority to turn the corner, a habit that NFL linebackers will punish.
- Durability Concerns: While he added mass in 2025, his upright running style and frame leave him susceptible to big hits. He is likely best suited for a 15-touch committee role rather than a 25-carry bell cow workload.
The VerdictLove is a high-upside swing. He draws comparisons to Jahmyr Gibbs or a lighter Alvin Kamara—players who don't need 20 carries to break a game open. In fantasy terms, he is a smash spot for managers looking for explosive upside, but he carries the risk of being "schemed out" if he lands on a team that refuses to use him in space.
2025 Stat Line
- Rushing: 199 att, 1,372 yds (6.9 YPC), 18 TDs
- Receiving: 27 rec, 280 yds, 3 TDs