There was no surprise when Jeremiyah Love was selected early in the first round of this year's NFL Draft, going third overall to the Arizona Cardinals.
From his on-field prowess to his picture-perfect off-field mindset, Love was the model prospect for any franchise in need of an elite running back.
However, one thing that has come as a surprise since the Draft wrapped up is his plan for his first paycheck in the NFL.
A lot, if not most, rookies go out and spend their first six-figure check on a new house or a nicer car or something else along those lines. Love? He already has a financial advisor ready to invest the money in order to save and buy a house for his parents, not himself, and a car for his dad.
Jeremiyah Love's care for his parents is beyond admirable
Throughout his collegiate career in South Bend, the beloved and legendary running back leaned on his parents and made sure to express his gratitude for their support. The importance of family was undeniable.
Now, with a multi-million dollar contract in his near future, he can express that love in a physical way, giving back to his parents who have given him so much.
"I'm not spending any of my NFL checks," Love said. "All of that money, my financial advisor is going to take care of all that... It's going to be there, making more and more money. The first thing I might buy with my marketing money is a house for my parents, car for my dad."
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While he had an NIL deal at Notre Dame, it was worth about $1.6 million, nothing compared to the money he is about to make in the league. In fact, most reports have Love's rookie contract hovering around the $50-million mark.
"Shoot, Imma put myself last," Love continued. "I'm going to take care of my family first."
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