The 2026 NFL offseason is here and that means it’s time for mock drafts, draft profiles and everything that goes with them. So without further ado, here’s one of many Draft Profiles for the 2025 NFL draft.
Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
HT: 6’0
WT: 212 lbs
Accolades:
- Doak Walker Award (2025)
- Unanimous All-American (2025)
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Pros:
- Explosive Speed Threat: He’s a verified burner on the field, with elite acceleration that allows him to burst through holes and a second gear that leaves defenders grasping at air in the open field, constantly threatening to score from anywhere.
- Exceptional Contact Balance: For a speed back, his ability to absorb hits and keep his legs churning through initial contact without losing momentum is truly remarkable.
- Dynamic Receiving Weapon: With incredibly soft hands and natural ball-tracking, he’s a dangerous target out of the backfield, turning simple checkdowns into big gains or creating mismatches when lined up in the slot.
- Patient & Decisive Runner: He combines impressive vision with patience, allowing blocking schemes to develop before he hits the crease with a sudden and decisive burst.
- Elusive Playmaker: This guy is a creative runner with a whole arsenal of escape moves, from a nasty spin to quick jump cuts, and the athleticism to hurdle defenders when needed.
- Pound-for-Pound Power: Don’t let his frame fool you; he runs with surprising power, consistently falling forward through contact and finishing runs strongly, even between the tackles.
- Impeccable Ball Security: He’s a master at protecting the football, maintaining outstanding ball security through heavy contact and high workloads throughout his career.
- Improved Pass Protector: During his final season, he showed significant growth in pass protection, displaying both the willingness and proper technique to effectively pick up blitzing defenders.
Cons:
- Pass Protection Growth Needed: While improved, his pass protection still has room to grow, especially against the elite edge rushers he’ll face in the NFL. He can sometimes get pushed back into the quarterback when trying to anchor against powerful defenders.
- Developing Route Tree: When split out wide, his route running can be a bit basic, leaning heavily on straight-line routes rather than showcasing nuanced stems and sharp breaks needed to beat more complex zone coverages.
- Workload Durability Concerns: His leaner frame brings up some questions about his long-term durability. There’s a concern about whether he can consistently handle a full “bell-cow” workload of 20+ touches per game over a grueling 17-game NFL season.
- Calculated Risk-Taking: He occasionally goes for the highlight-reel hurdle, which can put him in vulnerable positions mid-air and invite unnecessary, impactful contact from defenders.
- Vision Inconsistencies on Certain Runs: Sometimes, on gap and power concepts, he can miss potential cutback lanes because his eyes get fixed on his initial target rather than fully reading and reacting to the movements of second-level defenders.
Summary:
To grasp the full scope of what Jeremiyah Love offers an NFL offense, look no further than his performance against USC. Right out of the gate, he tore off a 63-yard run, consistently converted ordinary carries into crucial first downs, and ultimately racked up 228 yards that somehow felt even more impactful. He’s a game-changer who forces defensive coordinators to recalibrate, as every snap under his command carries the potential for a six-point eruption. With legitimate 4.4 speed, finely-tuned instincts, and a proven knack for excelling in the passing game, he truly stands out as a versatile three-down threat.
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