Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love has been placed on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain, an injury that will sideline him for at least four weeks. Love, a highly touted preseason favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year, suffered the injury during the Cardinals' 33-30 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
The injury could keep Love out for four to five weeks, potentially extending to Week 15 given the Cardinals' bye week in Week 14. This timeline raises questions about whether the team will activate him for any remaining games this season, especially considering their 3-5 record.
Love has had a difficult rookie season, appearing in only six games prior to this injury due to an existing ankle issue. He has accumulated 268 rushing yards and one touchdown since being drafted third overall.
The Cardinals' recent comeback win against the Cowboys, led by quarterback Gardner Minshew, may signal a shift in the team's focus towards competing in the remaining games. However, they will face a challenging upcoming schedule against the Seahawks, Rams, and Chiefs without Love.
Tyler Allgeier is expected to handle the majority of the carries in Love's absence. Allgeier had a significant performance against the Cowboys in Week 8, rushing for 147 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries, and adding five receptions for 44 yards and another touchdown after Love exited the game.