Schefter: 'Looks like' Love (ankle) will play
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Key Points:
- Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is recovering from a high ankle sprain sustained in the preseason and is listed as limited in practice, though head coach Mike LaFleur suggests this is likely a formality.
- Love is trending toward being ready for Week 1 against the Chargers but may split early-season workload with Tyler Allgeier, especially given James Conner's absence due to an ankle injury.
- Despite the injury, Love remains a high-end RB2 option for the full season, but fantasy managers should monitor his status closely as he may not be at full strength initially.
- With Conner sidelined for at least four weeks and Trey Benson on injured reserve, Allgeier could see significant playing time early in the season, potentially impacting Love's usage in short-yardage and goal-line situations.
- Love's injury and potential workload split may cause his fantasy draft stock to drop, but this could present an opportunity to acquire the talented rookie at a discount.
