The Arizona Cardinals made headlines on draft night by selecting running back Jeremiyah Love with the No. 3 overall pick—a move that has sparked both excitement and debate across the league. While few question Love's undeniable talent and immediate impact, many are raising eyebrows about the value of taking a running back that high, especially for a team still building its roster.

According to The Athletic's Mike Sando, several NFL executives believe this pick wasn't just a football decision—it was a directive from Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill. "They're not one piece away, and they put money into Tyler Allgeier," one exec noted. "But ownership is trying to sell tickets. They don't have a face of the franchise, and this guy can fit that bill." Another exec added, "Is the roster ready for a running back? Probably not. But if the owner wanted the back, that's not a hill you die on as a GM. Love is special."

When pressed about Bidwill's involvement, general manager Monti Ossenfort insisted the owner had no part in the final decision—"not at all." However, Ossenfort's wording seemed to leave some room for interpretation. He described Bidwill as being "involved to the point of liking to know what's going on" and enjoying "scenario" discussions during the draft process. "He was awesome with letting Mike and I go through our process," Ossenfort said, suggesting Bidwill's role was more about oversight than interference.

Whether it was a GM's call or an owner's wish, one thing is clear: Love brings star power to a Cardinals team hungry for an identity. In the world of sports apparel, that kind of excitement sells jerseys—and maybe that's exactly what Arizona needs right now.