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The NCAA Division 1 Transfer Portal opened for a two-week period on Jan 2.  With a smaller high school recruiting class and an exodus of close to 30

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2026 UCF Football Transfer Portal Tracker

Kentucky had to address tailback in a big way this offseason in the transfer portal. That meant double-dipping at the position. The Cats got on the

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Kentucky Target Board: What the current transfer portal running back market looks like

Louisville running back Duke Watson has announced his intent to enter the transfer portal.   The sophomore appeared in 19 career games for the

Nov 30, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals running back Duke Watson (26) carries the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Louisville RB Duke Watson plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal

Louisville RB Duke Watson plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, per On3's Pete Nakos. Watson was a member of the 2024 recruiting class.  Watson

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Louisville RB Duke Watson plans to enter NCAA transfer portal

With the 2025 Louisville football season officially behind us, it’s time to grade each position group.   The Cardinals ultimately finished the

Dec 23, 2025; Boca Raton, FL, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Miller Moss (7) and wide receiver Antonio Meeks (15) celebrate a touchdown pass against the Toledo Rockets during the third quarter of the Boca Raton Bowl at Flagler CU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Romance-Imagn Images

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Louisville football 2025 position grades: Offense

The college football transfer portal doesn’t open until January 2, but Louisville has already seen movement following the conclusion of the season,

Louisville Cardinals running back Isaac Brown (1) celebrates with fans in the end zone after a big fourth quarter touchdown run against James Madison during the Cards' second college football game Friday September 5, 2025 at L&N Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky.ouisville Cardinals running back Isaac Brown (1) celebrates with fans in the end zone after a big fourth quarter touchdown run against James Madison during the Cards' second college football game Friday September 5, 2025 at L&N Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. © Matt Stone/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Louisville Cardinals running back Isaac Brown (1) celebrates with fans in the end zone after a big fourth quarter touchdown run against James Madison during the Cards' second college football game Friday September 5, 2025 at L&N Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky.© Matt Stone/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

What are Louisville's priorities entering the transfer portal?

Typically, something that starts with “in memorium” or “obituary” is preceded by a death. Well, the Louisville football program is still very much

Dec 23, 2025; Boca Raton, FL, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm raises the trophy after defeating the Toledo Rockets in the Boca Raton Bowl at Flagler CU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Romance-Imagn Images

Obituary: The 2025 Louisville football season

Louisville looks to enter 2026 with a Boca Raton Bowl win over Toledo. The Cardinals and Rockets both finished the regular season with an 8-4 record

Louisville Cardinals running back Braxton Jennings (46) runs for a gain against Kentucky as the Louisville Cardinals football team dominated the Wildcats 41-0 Saturday, November 29, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium.

Keys: Louisville takes on Toledo in the Boca Raton Bowl

Who says bowl games are meaningless?   Louisville and Toledo are set to kick off in the Bush’s Beans Boca Raton Bowl next Tuesday, and from an

Oct 25, 2025; Pullman, Washington, USA; Toledo Rockets defensive tackle Martez Poynter (8) reacts after being called for a penalty during a game against the Washington State Cougars in the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Washington State Cougars won 28-7. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

At a glance: Louisville to face Toledo, one of nation's best defenses, in Boca Raton Bowl

With the transfer portal officially open, it's a good time to launch the Louisville football 2026 offseason roster tracker.  Below is a chart

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Kentucky (5-6, 2-6) is stepping out of conference play to end the 2025 regular season. The Wildcats will be looking to sweep the non-conference on

Louisville’s coach Jeff Brohm brings his team out onto the field against Virginia at L&N Stadium Saturday. Oct. 4, 2025. © Scott Utterback/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Scouting Report: Louisville Cardinals

Louisville may need to host open tryouts to field a football team against Kentucky. Okay, that is a bit over the top, but it isn't too far from the

Louisville Cardinals' senior wide receiver Chris Bell (0) during a recent practice on August 4, 2025 before the start of the 2025 football season. In 2024, Bell had 43 receptions for 737 yards with four touchdowns. He averaged 17.1 yards per catch.

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Injuries Add Up for Louisville and Kentucky Ahead of Governor's Cup

A decimated and ailing Louisville football team went on the road for the final time this season and now drops to 7-4 entering the final week of the

Nov 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; SMU Mustangs wide receiver Jordan Hudson (2) celebrates after he scores a touchdown against the Louisville Cardinals during the first half at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

How it happened: SMU stomps Louisville 38-6

Louisville's costly mistakes led to a 20-19 loss to Clemson. The Cards drop to 7-3 after an embarrassing amount of penalties, time management issues,

Louisville Cardinals kicker Cooper Ranvier (36) reacts after missing a three-point field goal attempt that could have given the Cards the lead late in the fourth quarter as Clemson edged Louisville 20-19 at L&N Stadium Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. The Cards are now 7-3.

Self-inflicted mistakes cost Louisville against Clemson

For the first time since returning to his alma mater, Louisville has lost back-to-back home games under Jeff Brohm, after falling 20-19 to Clemson on

Nov 14, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals kicker Nick Keller (98) reacts after missing a field goal attempt during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Clemson defeated Louisville 20-19. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 20 Louisville controlled own fortune in 20-19 loss to Clemson

Our Opposition in-depth series will be released two days before each game this season and will provide an in-depth review of the opponent, including

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Opposition in-depth: Week 12, Clemson

Louisville looks to keep its season alive this Friday night. The Cards face off against Clemson, in what could’ve been a bigger game than it has

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Keys to the game: No. 20 Louisville takes on Clemson

Despite the overtime loss to California, a game in which the Cardinals were double-digit favorites, Louisville still has a chance at the ACC

Nov 2, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) runs against Louisville Cardinals linebacker Stanquan Clark (6) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-Imagn Images

At a glance: Louisville hoping to bounce back versus Clemson on Friday

Louisville football was handed its second loss of the season on Saturday night, this time at the hands of California, 29-26 in overtime.   The two

Nov 8, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; California Golden Bears wide receiver Jacob de Jesus (21) runs the ball against Louisville Cardinals defensive lineman Wesley Bailey (23) in overtime at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. California defeated Louisville 29-26. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

How it happened: California outlasts No. 15 Louisville 29-26 in overtime

Editor’s Note: This article includes the latest college football injury intel from On3’s Chris Low, Brett McMurphy and Pete Nakos. This story

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College Football Injury Report: Latest Week 11 updates on Ryan Williams, Whit Weeks & more

Louisville continues to evolve into the College Football Playoff discussion and hopes to continue a three-game winning streak this weekend against

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Opposition in-depth: Week 11, versus California

After picking up its seventh win of the season at Virginia Tech, No. 14 Louisville is creeping into the ACC title game and College Football Playoff

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At a glance: No. 14 Louisville taking it "game-by-game" against California

No. 14 Louisville, coming off a 28-16 road victory at Virginia Tech, will host California (5-4, 2-3 ACC) this Saturday at L&N Stadium.   Head

Nov 1, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm looks on before the game against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

VIDEO: No. 14 Louisville's Jeff Brohm, Mark Hagen, players preview California

Louisville Cardinals defensive lineman Mason Reiger (95) gets an arm around Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) as the Cards rolled past Virginia Tech 34-3 Saturday. Nov.4, 2023.