Jeremiyah Love emerges as early favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year after Round 1 of NFL draft
By Michael Leboff
Published on April 24, 2026.
Jeremiyah Love, the first running back drafted in the top three since Saquon Barkley in 2018, has emerged as the early favorite for the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year Award after Round 1 of the NFL draft. The Notre Dame alumnus is currently a +240 favorite at bet365 Sportsbook, ahead of No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza, who is +425 to become the first Raider to win the award since Marcus Allen in 1982. Love, who rushed for 1,372 yards and 18 touchdowns in 12 games for the Fighting Irish in 2025, is considered the most NFL-ready prospect in this year's draft.
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