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Cardinals Hold Out Rookie Running Back Jeremiyah Love from Wednesday Practice
Ankle rest takes priority as Arizona prepares for upcoming matchup with the Rams
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Injury Management
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love sat out Wednesday's practice to rest his left ankle. Coach Mike LaFleur indicated the team plans to monitor the situation day by day while emphasizing that time off the field is necessary for proper healing. The third-overall pick has shown a willingness to push through discomfort, yet the coaching staff agreed that additional rest offers the best path forward. LaFleur noted the aggressive cutting style that defines Love's game can complicate recovery from such injuries.
Season Production
Through the early part of the year, Love has carried the ball 67 times for 245 yards and one touchdown, averaging 3.7 yards per attempt. He has added 36 receiving yards and another score on 11 catches. His strongest outing came in Week 3 against San Francisco, where he gained 89 yards on the ground. In the most recent contest against Detroit, he managed 22 yards on 12 carries.
Impact on Play
LaFleur acknowledged that the ankle issue has somewhat reduced Love's explosiveness in recent weeks. The injury originated at the start of the regular season and has persisted, unlike an earlier preseason ailment that resolved quickly. The coach stressed that full recovery depends on allowing the ankle adequate time to settle before determining availability for Sunday's game against the Rams.
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