Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will miss the next week to let a sore ankle he injured Thursday night against the Raiders heal, coach Mike LaFleur said Saturday.

Love, a rookie out of Notre Dame, was injured during the preseason game against the Raiders on Thursday night. The team has decided to shut him down for the upcoming week to ensure proper recovery.

The injury is not considered serious, but the Cardinals want to be cautious with their rookie talent. Love was competing for a larger role in the backfield this season.

His absence opens the door for other running backs on the roster to step up in training camp and preseason activities. The team will monitor his progress over the next week before determining his availability moving forward.