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Three takeaways: Louisville dismantled by SMU, 38-6

by: Rob Holmes IV5 hours agorobholmesiv
Nov 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; SMU Mustangs running back T.J. Harden (27) eludes the tackle of Louisville Cardinals defensive lineman Wesley Bailey (23) for a touchdown during the first half at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Nov 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; SMU Mustangs running back T.J. Harden (27) eludes the tackle of Louisville Cardinals defensive lineman Wesley Bailey (23) for a touchdown during the first half at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The once-promising season for the Louisville Cardinals has gone bad and very quickly, especially after the most recent 38-6 loss at SMU. That’s three straight losses for Jeff Brohm and Louisville, who were just sitting at No. 14 in the College Football Playoff rankings a few weeks ago.

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