Notre Dame football faced a significant challenge during their matchup against Stanford. Star running back Jeremiyah Love exited the game early due to an apparent rib injury. This incident occurred during the second drive when Love was tackled, and a Cardinal player unintentionally drove their knee into his rib area.
After the injury, Love was on the ground for several minutes before managing to walk off the field independently. He promptly entered the blue medical tent situated on the sidelines. Although he reportedly emerged a few minutes later, he was seen walking to the locker room accompanied by the Irish’s head trainer, Rob Hunt.
Impact on the Game
Despite the setback, Notre Dame’s offense continued its momentum. The team capped off the drive with a score, taking a 14-0 lead late in the first quarter. Love had previously made headlines by setting a single-season program record, scoring his 21st touchdown of the season earlier in the game, which contributed to an initial 7-0 advantage for Notre Dame.
Current Rankings and Heisman Contention
- Notre Dame is currently ranked No. 9 in College Football Playoff standings.
- Jeremiyah Love is a frontrunner in Heisman Trophy betting, sitting third nationally.
This developing story continues to unfold as updates regarding Love’s condition are anticipated. The injury may have implications for both Notre Dame’s playoff aspirations and Love’s Heisman hopes moving forward.
