The Arizona Cardinals shook up the 2026 NFL Draft by selecting Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick, a move that raised eyebrows across the league. With three halfbacks already on the roster, draft experts scrambled to make sense of the decision. But All-Pro tight end Trey McBride recently broke his silence on the pick, offering a perspective that makes the selection feel like a no-brainer.

McBride spoke with Arizona Sports about the team's aggressive offensive overhaul, which began with hiring offensive-minded head coach Mike LaFleur from the Los Angeles Rams. The Cardinals doubled down in the third round by drafting Miami quarterback Carson Beck, signaling a complete transformation of the offense. While many analysts argued for an edge rusher at No. 3, McBride is fully on board with investing in the attack.

"I want our unit to become a powerful force," McBride said, and he might just get his wish. The two-time Pro Bowler will now anchor a retooled offense featuring Love in the backfield, a revamped offensive line, and returning weapons like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson. It's a lineup that could make Arizona's offense a nightmare for opposing defenses.

The Cardinals' running game was a glaring weakness last season, averaging just 93.1 rushing yards per game—31st in the NFL. With Love's explosive talent and McBride's willingness to block for his new teammate, LaFleur's scheme is expected to flip that script entirely. The ground game is poised to become a strength heading into next year, and fans have every reason to be excited about what this offense can achieve.