Jeremiyah Love RB Notre Dame | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jeremiyah Love RB Notre Dame
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: DUAL-ROLE Back | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 09/27/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (86%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: DUAL-ROLE Back | |
| Last Updated: 09/27/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.44 seconds (86%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 88.7 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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76% |
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| Rushing: |
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93% |
| Break Tackles: |
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89% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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75% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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54% |
| Run Blocking: |
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80% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
1st - Mid
Overall Rank:
#18
Position rank:
#3
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| College Games: 23 College Snaps: 453 | ||
ESPN RATING: 84/100
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247 RATING: 95/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.9 (97%)
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Draft Profile: Bio
Jeremiyah Love, a running back from Notre Dame, made his mark during his sophomore season in 2024. The 6'0", 206-pound Love hails from St. Louis, Missouri. A four-star recruit and Under Armour All-American, Love led Christian Brothers College High School to consecutive state championships in 2021 and 2022, amassing 1,291 yards and 22 touchdowns as a senior.At Notre Dame, Love hit the ground running as a freshman in 2023, tallying 385 yards on 71 carries (5.4 YPC) and one touchdown. He added 8 receptions for 77 yards and a score. His sophomore campaign showed significant strides, as he earned multiple starts and broke the century mark against Purdue, racking up 109 yards and a touchdown on just 10 carries.
Love's track pedigree shines through on the gridiron. He clinched the Missouri Class 5 state title in the 100-meters, clocking 10.76 seconds, and boasts a personal best of 22-1 ¾ in the long jump. This raw speed translates to explosive plays and home-run potential on every touch.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Burner with track speed, possessing the jets to take it to the house on any given play
- Swiss Army knife offensive weapon, capable of lining up in the backfield or splitting out wide
- Ankle-breaker in space with loose hips and electric lateral agility
- Plus-plus athleticism translates to special teams value as a return man
- Patient runner with plus vision, setting up blocks and hitting the hole with authority
- Runs behind his pads, maximizing his frame to break arm tackles and fall forward
- Natural hands out of the backfield, providing a safety valve and creating mismatches against linebackers
- Quick study who showed rapid improvement from freshman to sophomore campaigns
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Does not always read blocks behind pulling guards. May not be big enough to move piles at the next level and has a tendency to bury his head too soon.
- Pass pro is a work in progress, struggling to anchor against blitzers
- Slightly undersized frame for an every-down back, raising questions about durability at the next level
- Raw route tree when split out wide, lacking nuance in his stems and breaks
- Ball security is a question mark due to limited reps with a heavy workload
Scouting Report: Summary
Love's elite speed and versatility make him an intriguing prospect for NFL scouts. His ability to create explosive plays as both a runner and receiver gives him game-breaking potential. While his frame is on the lighter side for an NFL back, his running style and ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game partially mitigate this concern.With two years of eligibility remaining, Love has time to refine his skill set. Improving his pass protection and developing a more nuanced route tree will be key focus areas. His rapid improvement from freshman to sophomore year suggests a player with a steep learning curve and significant upside.
Love projects as a dynamic offensive weapon capable of impacting the game in various ways. His fit in a modern NFL offense that prioritizes versatility and explosiveness is clear. While questions remain about his potential as an every-down back, Love's trajectory and skill set position him as a valuable asset in a committee approach with the potential to develop into a more prominent role.
How other scouting services rate Jeremiyah Love (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
18.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
3.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.