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Ranking the most important Louisville football transfer additions: 12-9

The University of Louisville football program will open its 2026 season against the University of Mississippi for Nashville's inaugural Music City

Louisville Cardinals running back Isaac Brown (1) runs into the end zone after a 78-yard gain for a fourth quarter touchdown as the Cards beat James Madison University 28-14 Friday September 5, 2025 at L&N Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky.

Date and kickoff time finalized for Louisville football's 2026 opener against Ole Miss

With seven commits in its 2027 class, Louisville football is gaining momentum on the recruiting trail.   Jeff Brohm, Vince Marrow, and company

Louisville’s Jeff Brohm walks during the Card March before the game before Kentucky in the Governor’s Cup. November 29, 2025

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Another talented prospect from within the Louisville city limits is considering the Cardinals.  Atherton High School  2027 defensive lineman Zai’Vion

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Zai’Vion Meads was waiting for a Louisville offer

Louisville football and head coach Jeff Brohm are looking to capitalize on a strong start to the 2027 recruiting class.   The Cardinals' recruiting

Trinity's Nick Lococo (44) tackles Bryan Station's Jordan Haskins (3) during their game on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 at Bryan Station High School in Lexington, Ky.

In-state Louisville target Jordan Haskins sets commitment date

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore passed away Saturday night, multiple sources have confirmed. He was 25 years old.  The Floyd County

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Jeff Brohm releases statement on tragic death of former player, Rondale Moore

With all the coaching changes and shuffling on the defensive side of the football this offseason, there have also been several key subtractions and

Purdue assistant coach Dale Williams during practice, Friday, Aug. 6, 2021 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette. Purdue Football Camp

Louisville adding Dale Williams to offensive coaching staff

When the coaching carousel spun last fall and higher-profile brands came calling, Jeff Brohm never really wrestled with the decision. The Louisville

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Louisville football is hiring Bowling Green secondary coach and pass game coordinator, Derrick Jackson, and Murray State defensive line coach

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Louisville football to add a pair of coaches to defensive staff

When it became clear that Jeff Brohm and Louisville were going to be reaching back into the transfer portal to find their starting quarterback for

Ohio State QB Lincoln Kienholz

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University of Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm spoke with the media on Tuesday afternoon, discussing the Cardinals' transfer portal class and several

STILL FROM VIDEO: Louisville coach Jeff Brohm talks about facing Toledo in the Boca Raton Bowl.

VIDEO: Jeff Brohm, Louisville football offseason media availability

The University of Louisville and head coach Jeff Brohm have announced the addition of two defensive position coaches.  In late December, ESPN's Pete

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Louisville football announces additions and changes to defensive coaching staff

The University of Louisville is promoting longtime linebackers coach Mark Ivey to co-defensive coordinator in 2026, alongside defensive backs coach

Louisville assistant coach Mark Ivey talked to the media on college football signing day. Feb. 6, 2019

Mark Ivey, Steve Ellis promoted as co-defensive coordinators at Louisville

Louisville finished with the No. 48 overall recruiting class in 2026 and the Cardinals were No. 12 in the ACC led by four-star signees CB Jaydin

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Danville (Ky.) Boyle County tight end Seneca Driver is the highest-ranked player in a loaded 2027 high school class. New Kentucky head coach Will

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University of Louisville wide receiver TreyShun Hurry will not enter the transfer portal and is set to return for the Cardinals in the 2026 season.

Dec 23, 2025; Boca Raton, FL, USA;Louisville Cardinals wide receiver Treyshun Hurry (2) celebrates a touchdown reception against the Toledo Rockets in the first quarter at Flagler CU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Romance-Imagn Images

Louisville wide receiver TreyShun Hurry withdraws from transfer portal, will return for Cardinals

Rivals Vice President Steve Wiltfong has the latest news, notes and buzz from the recruiting trail as programs turn the page on the 2026 class and

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Wiltfong Whiparound: Buckeyes and Irish in on elite targets, latest on touted QB Israel Abrams

Former four-star recruit in the class of 2024 and Florida State wide receiver Lawayne McCoy has committed to play for Louisville out of the NCAA

Nov 29, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles wide receiver Lawayne McCoy (7) runs against Florida Gators defensive back Alfonzo Allen Jr. (43) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Former Florida State wide receiver Lawayne McCoy commits to Louisville

Louisville has added to its secondary, receiving a commitment from Iowa safety Koen Entringer. He will join the Cardinals following four years with

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Louisville receives commitment from Iowa safety Koen Entringer

Louisville football has already racked up 20 transfer portal commitments through the first week of the window.   Here, we'll keep a running tally of

Nov 22, 2025; West Point, New York, USA; Tulsa Golden Hurricane tight end Brody Foley (80) runs after a catch against the Army Black Knights during the second half at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

Louisville transfer portal commits: Highlights, stats, and fit

Louisville, Kentucky, native and Trinity High School four-star cornerback Allen Evans is set to announce his college decision during Saturday's Navy

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Trinity 4-star DB Allen Evans set to announce college decision Saturday

The Louisville Cardinals have received a commitment from Vanderbilt wide receiver Tre Richardson.  Richardson grades as the No. 80 overall player and

Vanderbilt wide receiver Tre Richardson (6) scores his third touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.

Louisville lands commitment from Vanderbilt speedster Tre Richardson

Louisville football isn't done adding (or re-adding) pieces to its defense in 2026.   Former Cardinals linebacker and safety Ben Perry will finish

Louisville's Ben Perry (10) jumped to break up a pass during first half action as the Louisville Cardinals battled the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023.

Former Louisville linebacker Ben Perry to rejoin Cardinals in 2026

The University of Louisville has received another transfer portal commitment from wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV out of the University of Kentucky.

Nov 16, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Hardley Gilmore IV (17) carries the ball during the second quarter against the Murray State Racers at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

News for Jeff Brohm

Current Pos.

Head Coach

Salary

$5,981,057

Age

54

Alma Mater

Louisville / 1994

Hometown

Louisville, KY