NFL Insider Adam Schefter Projects Jeremiyah Love as Top 10 Draft Selection
Renowned NFL insider Adam Schefter has made a significant prediction regarding the upcoming draft, identifying Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love as a potential top 10 selection. While acknowledging that the Tennessee Titans have shown interest, Schefter clarified that he doesn't currently "sense" that connection materializing, noting that team evaluations frequently change throughout the pre-draft process.
The Washington Commanders Emerge as Logical Destination
Schefter emphasized that draft positions are fluid, stating that "Just because they're not in a spot on March 23rd does not mean they won't be in a different spot on April 23rd." As of late March, the insider doesn't envision Love landing with either the Tennessee Titans or the New York Giants under coach John Harbaugh. Instead, Schefter identified the Washington Commanders, led by quarterback Jayden Daniels, as the most sensible destination approximately one month before the draft.
Historical Precedent for Early Running Back Selections
The NFL has demonstrated willingness to select running backs early in recent drafts:
- Bijan Robinson was selected 8th overall by the Atlanta Falcons
- Christian McCaffrey went 8th overall to the Carolina Panthers
- New Orleans invested significantly in Travis Etienne Jr. with a four-year, $47 million contract
- Kansas City committed to Kenneth Walker III with a three-year, $43.05 million contract
While Washington added depth at running back with Rachaad White on a one-year, $2 million contract, Schefter believes pairing Jeremiyah Love with Jayden Daniels would create a dynamic offensive duo that addresses a clear team need.
Clarifying Speculation Versus Reporting
During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Schefter's comments generated excitement among Commanders fans about potentially drafting the Notre Dame standout. However, Commanders Wire reporter Ivan Lambert subsequently clarified that Schefter was sharing his professional opinion rather than reporting confirmed team intentions.
Schefter further explained his position during a Tuesday appearance on Team 980 with host Kevin Sheehan, reiterating his belief that Love will be a top ten pick while expressing skepticism about specific selections:
- He does not believe Love will go at pick No. 4
- He is skeptical about selection No. 5
- He doesn't think Love will be chosen at No. 6
The insider clarified that while he hasn't spoken directly with Washington about Love, he has consulted extensively with league sources about the Notre Dame product's abilities and potential.
Strategic Draft Positioning Analysis
Schefter noted Washington's established need at running back and presented a compelling scenario: "If that great player gets past 4 [through 6], wouldn't it make sense to take him at 7?" This strategic analysis suggests that if Love remains available beyond the sixth pick, Washington's seventh selection represents both value and need alignment.
Lambert's reporting ultimately distinguished between Schefter's professional assessment and confirmed team reporting, leaving the ultimate decision about whether the Commanders will draft Love as an open question to be resolved during the actual draft proceedings.
