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After sitting out the last two contests due to a sprained left ankle, Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love is on the verge of making his return. Head coach Mike LaFleur informed reporters on Monday that Love will participate in Wednesday's practice, allowing the team to monitor his progress throughout the week.
Love, the third overall selection in the draft, previously dealt with a right ankle injury during the preseason. He initially played through the left ankle issue, which he suffered in Week 4, before the Cardinals opted to rest him to allow for proper healing. In his absence, Bam Knight and Tyler Allgeier have handled the backfield duties. Despite the missed time, Love has accumulated 67 carries for 245 yards and a touchdown, along with 11 receptions for 36 yards and another score.
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The news is less encouraging for defensive tackle Walter Nolen III, who is also dealing with an ankle injury. LaFleur stated that Nolen will not practice on Wednesday, though he added that circumstances could evolve over the next two days. The Cardinals will continue to evaluate both players as the week progresses, with Love's return offering a potential boost to the running game while Nolen's status remains uncertain.
Originally reported by nbcsports.