The 2026 NFL Draft is all about the stars, but behind every great prospect is a rock-solid support system. For Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, that support comes in the form of his girlfriend, Unique Aliece, who has been turning heads as the couple touches down in Pittsburgh.
Love, projected as a top-five pick and drawing comparisons to USC legend Reggie Bush, has been the talk of the draft. But his girlfriend's arrival has also generated buzz on social media, with Aliece posting a photo of them landing in the Steel City, ready for the biggest night of Love's career.
“Once he gets into space, he can take it,” ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. wrote, comparing Love to Bush. The 20-year-old back has been a force for the Fighting Irish, rushing for 2,882 yards and 36 touchdowns from 2023 to 2025, while also hauling in 63 passes for 594 yards. His versatility and 4.36 speed have scouts drooling.
While Love's girlfriend hasn't publicly shared her preferred landing spot, the couple is clearly soaking in the moment. “I have no idea where I’m going, but there’s a lot of talk of me going to the Titans, Cardinals and Giants,” Love told reporters. “Honestly, I’d be blessed to go anywhere.”
According to ESPN insider Adam Schefter, the Arizona Cardinals are heavily favored to take Love at No. 3 overall if they can't find a trade partner. That would give Mike LaFleur's offense a dynamic weapon, but Love's future remains uncertain until the commissioner steps to the podium.
In true draft-week fashion, the buzz around Love and his girlfriend is just part of the spectacle. For more on the couples stealing the spotlight, check out Travis Hunter's Wife Drops Brutally Honest Advice for NFL Draft WAGs or Carson Beck's Sister Steals Spotlight with Bold Draft Night Outfit.
Love's journey from South Bend to the NFL stage is a testament to his hard work and the support of those around him. As the draft unfolds, all eyes will be on Love—and the woman standing by his side.
