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The Arizona Cardinals received encouraging news about running back Jeremiyah Love ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Detroit Lions. Love was a full participant in Thursday’s practice, giving Arizona a positive development as it prepares for Sunday’s game.
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The update comes after the Cardinals suffered a 36-24 loss to the New York Giants in Week 4. With Arizona looking to bounce back, Love’s availability could be important to the team’s offensive plans.
The Cardinals shared the news through their official account, confirming the rookie’s participation in practice.
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Love’s full participation is a welcome sign for an Arizona offense that relies on his ability to contribute as both a runner and a receiver. His versatility can help quarterback Kyler Murray find options underneath while also giving the Cardinals a way to attack defenses on the ground.
According to the supplied statistics, Love has rushed 54 times for 288 yards and three touchdowns through four games. He has also recorded 14 receptions for 118 yards, showing that his contributions extend beyond traditional rushing plays.
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That all-purpose production could prove valuable against Detroit. The Lions enter the matchup at 2-2 after losing 32-26 to the Carolina Panthers, and Arizona will look to take advantage of its home-field opportunity.
However, participating fully in Thursday’s practice does not automatically guarantee a specific workload on Sunday. The Cardinals will still need to assess Love’s condition and determine how best to use him against Detroit.
Arizona enters the game at 1-3, according to the supplied standings, making a strong performance particularly important as the team tries to recover from its difficult start.
Love’s progress gives the Cardinals reason for optimism, but the next step is translating that encouraging practice update into production on game day. His role could be central to Arizona’s efforts to get back in the win column.
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This story was originally published October 9, 2026 at 8:21 AM.