Jeremiyah Love was in the lineup for the Cardinals' Week 1 game against the Chargers. He was tagged as a game-time decision due to an ankle issue. The Cardinals gave him the green light for his first professional appearance. Love had his pads on and available from the start.

During his opening series, Love scored his first professional touchdown. He later added an 18-yard run. The Cardinals used him in the season opener. The opening score arrived during a possession that put the Cardinals on the board. Love staked his claim during the game.