< PreviousL &N Stadium, which already was in a class of its own, received a substantial renova- tion in 2018, and now sits as one of the best facilities in all of college football. L&N Federal Credit Union, a cooperative, financial institution located in Louisville, has inked a naming rights deal with the University of Louisville that renames Cardinal Stadium to L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on January 30, 2023. A 20-year, $41-million commitment secures the naming rights with the university through 2042. Opened in 1998 and renovated in 2010 and 2019, Cardinal Stadium is a 59,823-seat facility located at the corner of Floyd Street and Central Avenue and is home to the UofL football program. The Cardinals completed a $63.3-mil- lion dollar expansion of the stadium, which also included a major upgrade to the Howard Schnellenberger Football Complex. In the recent construction, 5,900 seats were added, providing a unique look in the end zone structure and increasing the total capacity to about 60,800. The construction also generated an additional 25,000 square feet of space. The expansion included 800 modern club seats, 68 premium loge level boxes, and 12 exclusive field level suites. The club seats have access to a premier gathering area that pro- vide viewing access to the field. Fans in that area have an exclusive view of the players, as they exit the football complex through a tun- nel and run onto the gridiron from a middle of the field level entrance. While the seating areas have drastically improved many of the sightlines, fans also will notice additional amenities that will enhance the game day experience. Two 40-foot by 80-foot LED videoboards were installed in the north end zones and a 24-foot by 92-foot football videoboard was installed in the south end zone. The stadium possesses over GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 78 8,000-square feet of ribbon boards throughout the sta- dium, while a total of 344 feet of ribbon boards are mounted on the east and west sides of the stadium. L&N Stadium, which opened in 1998, featured a capacity of 42,000. In 2010, over 10,000 additional chairback seats were added to a second deck on the east side of the stadium in the UPS Flight Deck. The proj- ect included 33 new luxury suites on the Stites & Harbison Suite Level and 2,000 premium loge seats were added to the east side. A 60-foot wide Norton’s Terrace was con- structed at the top of the south end zone, connecting the east and west sides of the stadium. A part of the previous expansion was the PNC Club, a 20,000-square-foot, glass- enclosed area that stretches from end zone to end zone at the loge level on the east side of the stadium. The temperature-controlled club features a full-service bar, concessions, large-screen televisions, lounge seating and tables. It has more than 1,700 outdoor seats under cover with heaters and fans. In addition to being available during football games, the PNC Club is used for other commu- nity and campus events throughout the year. The newly renovated Angel’s Envy Bour- bon Club highlights the stadium’s west side. The space extends the length of the football field and contains 28 suites. It has served as host to numerous banquets and parties. The stadium’s multi-usage came into play in May of 1999, as the George Strait Coun- try Music Festival invaded L&N Stadium and entertained more than 51,000 concert goers. Kenny Chesney and Sugarland played at L&N Stadium last May. Since 1998, the Cardinals are 123-48 at home and compiled a school record 20-game-home winning streak, which was snapped in 2007. Stadium Facts Stadium Record The Cardinals are 123-48 all-time at home. Seating Capacity Built in 1998, stadium capacity is currently at approximately 59,823, including suites. Playing Field Louisville switched from natural grass to Field Turf for the 2003 season and was replaced in 2014 and 2023. Card March Fans are encouraged to meet the team when the Cardinals arrive for Card March, approxi- mately 2:15 prior to kickoff. The team buses will arrive at Denny Crum Overpass and players will unload and walk down the stairs. The players and coaches will make their way through the crowd behind the marching band and cheer- leaders before entering the stadium. Top L&N Stadium Crowds 1.59,225vs. Kentucky, 11/25/23 2.59,115vs. Miami, 10/19/24 3.59,081vs. Notre Dame, 10/7/23 4.58,612vs. Kentucky, 11/30/24 5.58,187vs. Notre Dame, 9/2/19 6.55,632vs. Florida State, 9/17/16 7.55,588vs. Clemson, 9/16/17 8.55,428vs. Miami, 9/1/14 9.55,414vs. Florida State, 10/30/14 10.55,396vs. Clemson, 9/17/15 11.55,386 vs. Kentucky, 9/2/12 12.55,332 vs. Ohio, 9/1/13 13.55,327 vs. Kentucky, 9/4/10 14.55,218vs. NC State, 10/22/16 15.55,215 vs. UCF, 10/18/13 Home Attendance Averages 1.20166324,39154,065 2.20146317,829 52,972 3.20137370,39652,914 4.20237358,76551,252 5.20246305,17950,863 Top Road Crowds 1. 95,670Penn State1996 2. 94,826Tennessee1993 3.92,084Tennessee1987 4. 91,734Ohio State1991 5. 89,653 Ohio State1992 6. 84,476Florida 1992 7.83,362Clemson2016 8.82,978Clemson2014 9.80,795Notre Dame2014 10. 80,741Florida State2000 GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 79 Attendance:59,225KentuckyNov. 25, 202331-38, L Total Plays:93ConnecticutNov. 24, 201220-23, L 93SyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Total Yards:779HoustonNov. 22, 200366-45, W Rushing Attempts:55ConnecticutNov. 24, 201220-23, L 55KentuckySept. 3, 200659-28, W Rushing Yards:445HoustonNov. 22, 200366-45, W Rushing Touchdowns: 7Florida StateSept. 17, 201663-20, W 7Florida AtlanticOct. 1, 200561-10, W 7HoustonNov. 22, 200366-45, W Pass Attempts:65ConnecticutNov. 24, 201220-23, L 65SyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Pass Completions:45SyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Passing Yards:555SyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Completion Percentage: 92.3Virginia TechNov. 4, 202334-3, W Passing Touchdowns: 8CharlotteSept. 1, 201670-14, W Touchdowns Scored:10CharlotteSept. 1, 201670-14, W 10Florida InternationalSept. 21, 201372-0, W 10Murray StateAug. 30, 200773-10, W 10CincinnatiNov. 27, 200470-7, W Field Goals:4Notre DameOct. 7, 202333-20, W 4North Carolina StateNov. 19, 202225-10, W 4North Carolina StateOct. 22, 201654-13, W 4ConnecticutOct. 23, 201026-0, W 4PittsburghNov. 3, 200542-20, W 4VirginiaOct. 9, 202133-34, L Extra Points: 10CharlotteSept. 1, 201670-14, W 10Murray StateAug. 30, 200773-10, W 10CincinnatiNov. 27, 200470-7, W Points by Kicking: 18North Carolina StateOct. 22, 201654-13, W Fumbles Lost:4KentuckySept. 2, 200040-34, W Turnovers:5West VirginiaNov. 22, 200821-35, L 5KentuckyAug. 31, 20082-27, L Penalties:18TulaneOct. 28, 200035-32, W 18ConnecticutSept. 30, 200041-22, W 18CincinnatiOct. 3, 199862-19, W Penalty Yards:161ConnecticutSept. 30, 200041-22, W Total Plays:97TulaneOct. 28, 200035-32, W Total Yards:801KentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Rushing Attempts:68New Mexico StateAug. 23, 200145-24, W Rushing Yards:542Georgia TechOct. 5, 201831-66, L Rushing Touchdowns: 8Georgia TechOct. 5, 201831-66, L Pass Attempts:72TulaneOct. 28, 200035-32, W Pass Completions:43TulaneOct. 28, 200035-32, W Passing Yards:571KentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Completion Percentage: 100.0Virginia TechOct. 31, 202035-42, L Passing Touchdowns: 8KentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Touchdowns Scored:9Georgia TechOct. 5, 201831-66, L 9KentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Field Goals: 4Miami, Fla.Sept. 19, 202034-47, L 4Wake ForestNov. 12, 201644-12, W 4KentuckyNov. 29, 201444-40, W Extra Points: 9Georgia TechOct. 5, 201831-66, L Points by Kicking: 17Miami, Fla.Sept. 19, 202034-47, L Fumbles Lost:4Wake ForestOct. 29, 202248-21, W 4TempleNov. 3, 201245-17, W 4New Mexico StateAug. 23, 200145-24, W Turnovers:8Wake ForestOct. 29, 202248-21, W Penalties:14Eastern KentuckySept. 11, 201023-13, W 14South FloridaOct. 25, 200824-20, W Penalty Yards:136HoustonOct. 23, 199939-33, W Louisville Opponent GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 80 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl VictoriesTotal Plays:67Brian BrohmSyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Total Yards:549Brian BrohmSyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Rushing Attempts:35Anthony AllenMiddle TennesseeSept. 6, 200758-42, W Rushing Yards:275Anthony AllenMiddle TennesseeSept. 6, 200758-42, W Rushing Touchdowns: 5Eric SheltonEast CarolinaOct. 2, 200459-7, W 5Leroy CollinsWestern KentuckyOct. 31, 199863-34, W Longest Run:90Javian HawkinsVirginia TechOct. 31, 202035-42, L Pass Attempts:65Brian BrohmSyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Pass Completions:45Brian BrohmSyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Passing Yards:555Brian BrohmSyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Completion Percentage: 91.7Jack PlummerVirginia TechNov. 4, 202334-3, W Passing Touchdowns: 6Lamar JacksonCharlotteSept. 1, 201670-14, W Longest Pass Completion: 95Malik Cunningham to Huggins-BruceEastern KentuckySept. 11, 202130-3, W Receptions: 12Harry DouglasSyracuseSept. 22, 200735-38, L Receiving Yards:214DeVante ParkerFlorida StateOct. 30, 201431-42, L Receiving Touchdowns:4Lavell BoydHoustonOct. 23, 199939-33, W Touchdowns Scored: 5Eric SheltonEast CarolinaOct. 2, 200459-7, W 5Leroy CollinsWestern KentuckyOct. 31, 199863-34, W Field Goals:4Brock TravelsteadNotre DameOct. 7, 202333-20, W 4James TurnerNorth Carolina StateNov. 19, 202225-10, W 4Blanton CrequeNorth Carolina StateOct. 22, 201654-13, W 4Chris PhilpottConnecticutOct. 23, 201026-0, W 4Art CarmodyPittsburghNov. 3, 200542-20, W 4 James Turner Virginia Oct. 9, 202133-34, L Extra Points:10Art CarmodyMurray StateAug. 30, 200773-10, W 10Art CarmodyCincinnatiNov. 27, 200470-7, W Points by Kicking: 18Blanton CrequeNorth Carolina StateOct. 22, 201654-13, W Longest Field Goal: 52Chris PhilpottRutgersOct. 21, 201116-14, W 52Nate SmithAlabama-BirminghamNov. 23, 200241-21, W Longest Punt:73Chris PhilpottWest VirginiaNov. 20, 201010-17, L Longest Punt Return: 74Doug BeaumontConnecticutOct. 23, 201026-0, W Longest Interception Return:90Quincy RileyWake ForestOct. 29, 202248-21, W Total Plays:61Chris SandersChattanoogaSept. 11, 199958-30, W Total Yards:498Tim CouchKentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Rushing Attempts:39A.J. DillonBoston CollegeOct. 14, 201742-45, L Rushing Yards:272A.J. DillonBoston CollegeOct. 14, 201742-45, L Rushing Touchdowns: 4Will LevisKentuckyNov. 27, 202121-52, L 4A.J. DillonBoston CollegeOct. 14, 201742-45, L 4Pat WhileWest VirginiaNov. 2, 200644-34, W Longest Run:81Travis EtienneClemsonSept. 16, 201721-47, L Pass Attempts:54Patrick RamseyTulaneOct. 28, 200035-32, W Pass Completions:35Maxwell SmithKentuckySept. 2, 201232-14, W Passing Yards:498Tim CouchKentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Completion Percentage: 100.0Hendon HookerVirginia TechOct. 31, 202035-42, L Passing Touchdowns: 7Tim CouchKentuckySept. 5, 199834-68, L Longest Pass Completion: 83Wes Carroll to T.Y. HiltonFlorida InternationalSept. 9, 201117-24, L Receptions: 13Cos DeMatteoChattanoogaSept. 11, 199958-30, W Receiving Yards: 207Cos DeMatteoChattanoogaSept. 11, 199958-30, W Receiving Touchdowns: 3Canaan SeverinVirginiaNov. 14, 201538-31, W 3Armon BinnsCincinnatiOct. 15, 201027-35, L 3Cos DeMatteoChattanoogaSept. 11, 199958-30, W Touchdowns Scored: 4A.J. DillonBoston CollegeOct. 14, 201742-45, L 4Pat WhileWest VirginiaNov. 2, 200644-34, W 4 Will Levis Kentucky Nov. 27, 202121-52, L Field Goals: 4Jose BorregalesMiami, Fla.Sept. 19, 202034-47, L 4Mike WeaverWake ForestNov. 12, 201644-12, W 4Austin MacGinnisKentuckyNov. 29, 201444-40, W Extra Points: 9Wesley WellsGeorgia TechOct. 5, 201831-66, L Points by Kicking: 17Jose BorregalesMiami, Fla.Sept. 19, 202034-47, L Longest Field Goal: 57Jose BorregalesMiami, Fla.Sept. 19, 202034-47, L Longest Punt:78Nash GriffinVirginiaOct. 26, 201928-21, W Longest Punt Return: 86Deon MurphyKansas StateSept. 17, 200838-29, W Longest Interception Return:95Juanyeh ThomasGeorgia TechOct. 5, 201831-66, L Louisville Opponent GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 81 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl VictoriesGoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 82 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl Victories T he Atlantic Coast Conference and ESPN partnered to launch the comprehensive linear and digital ACC Network on Aug. 22, 2019. To support production for the network, the University of Louisville built a television production facility on the northeast corner of its campus to house all the equipment and personnel that is necessary to originate live programming. UofL’s 2018 production of “Louisville Live,” a preseason basketball event, won a national 2019 SVG College Sports Media Award as the best collegiate Outstanding Live Non-Game Production. The 7,850 square foot production facil- ity was completed in September 2018 and is connected by fiber to UofL athletic venues and to ESPN.Instead of mobile trucks cover- ing sporting events, live programming will be originated from the new centralized produc- tion facility. The $8 million project included construc- tion, equipment and integration, and fiber con- nection to UofL venues. The broadcast center includes two full video control rooms for linear telecasts which will air on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU or the ACC Network.Those two control rooms and three additional scaled back control rooms allow for live telecasts of multiple events that may either overlap, or are concurrently played to air on multiple television platforms. With fiber connections to each venue, the broadcast center also produces live, in-game content for UofL venue video walls such as those in L&N Stadium, Dr. Mark & Cindy Lynn Stadium, KFC Yum! Center, Jim Patterson Stadi- um and Ulmer Field.The UofL Athletics Broad- cast Center is connected by fiber to ESPN. The production facility includes a bureau studio, which allows coaches and players to do live interviews on any ESPN platform or broadcast channels. Also included in the cen- ter is a versatile studio with variable sets and a full green screen wall, personnel work space and editing rooms.The Cardinals also main- tain a mobile television production unit for venues that are not connected by fiber to the broadcast center. The center is used for the creation of not only ACC Network and ESPN content, but for other video projects in support of the athlet- ics department as well.The broadcast center also provides educational opportunities for UofL students.GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 83 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl Victories ACC Expansion n The ACC Board of Directors voted on September 1, 2023, to formally admit the University of California (Cal), Southern Methodist University (SMU) and Stanford University to the Atlantic Coast Conference. Cal, SMU and Stanford joined the ACC as full members with full voting participation effective July 1, 2024 (SMU) and August 2, 2024 (Stanford and Cal). The decision followed the submission of letters of application from all three institutions. n The additions of Cal, SMU and Stanford enhance and strengthen the ACC academically, athletically and financially and create a true national conference that spans coast to coast. The incoming universities enrich the league’s competitiveness in all sports and further demonstrate the ACC’s commitment to broad- based programs for both women and men. More than 2,200 student-athletes from Cal, SMU and Stanford will join the nearly 10,000 current ACC student-athletes competing at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics. n Cal, SMU and Stanford began competing in the ACC across their respective sponsored sports starting in 2024-25. No FBS conference offers more than the ACC with 15 women’s sports and 28 total sponsored sports. Football Success The ACC has solidified its reputation as a powerhouse in college football over the last decade, producing elite teams, top-tier coaching talent, and Heisman-caliber athletes. Elite Presence on the National Stage n In eight of the past 12 seasons, the ACC has been represented in either the College Football Playoff or the BCS National Championship Game—an elite streak that began with Florida State’s thrilling 34-31 win over Auburn in the final BCS title game in January 2014 (2013 season). Four CFP Teams, One Conference n The ACC is one of the few conferences to have sent four different programs to the College Football Playoff: • Clemson (2015–2020, 2024) • Florida State (2014) • Notre Dame (2020, as a full ACC member during the pandemic season) • SMU (2024) Playoff Success That Stands Out n With six all-time College Football Playoff victories, the ACC ranks third nationally behind only the SEC (18) and Big Ten (11). Unmatched Depth in Bowl Season n The 2024 season saw a league-record 13 ACC teams earn bowl eligibility, tying for the most among all Power 4 conferences. This marks the 24th consecutive year the ACC has secured six or more bowl bids, excluding the unique 2020 season. The league has sent at 10 teams or more to the postseason in seven of the last 11 years, and since 2014, ranks second among all conferences with 105 total postseason appearances. Top Coaching Talent Across the Board n Seven active ACC head coaches currently rank among the top 60 in the FBS in career winning percentage (at least one full season of coaching): • Dabo Swinney (Clemson) • Fran Brown (Syracuse) • Rhett Lashlee (SMU) • Mike Norvell (Florida State) • Jeff Brohm (Louisville) • Dave Doeren (NC State) • Manny Diaz (Duke) Heisman Pedigree n Over the last 12 years, eight ACC players have finished in the top five of the Heisman Trophy voting a total of 10 times, including two winners: • Jameis Winston, Florida State – 2013 winner • Lamar Jackson, Louisville – 2016 winner, third in 2017 • Deshaun Watson, Clemson – 2nd in 2016, 3rd in 2015 • Trevor Lawrence, Clemson – 2nd in 2020 • Kenny Pickett, Pitt – 3rd in 2021 • Andre Williams, Boston College – 5th in 2013 • Jordan Travis, Florida State – 5th in 2023 • Cameron Ward, Miami – 4th in 2024 ACC Championship Game Success Expanding the Field of Contenders n With SMU making its first appearance in 2024, 14 different programs have now competed in the ACC Football Championship Game since it began in 2005 – highlighting the league’s depth and competitive balance. n Clemson leads all schools with 10 appearances, followed by Virginia Tech and Florida State, each with six. Champions Across the Conference n Since the inaugural title game in 2005, six different schools have claimed the ACC Championship: • Clemson: 9 titles (most in league history) • Florida State: 5 titles, including the 2023 crown • Virginia Tech: 3 titles • Georgia Tech, Wake Forest, and Pitt: 1 title each A Proven Draw in Charlotte n The ACC Championship Game has been a major event in Charlotte, selling out five times at Bank of America Stadium—in 2010, 2011, 2015, 2017, and 2020 — demonstrating the passion of ACC fans and the game’s regional appeal. Charlotte: The Long-Term Home of ACC Championship Football n In April 2018, the ACC and the Charlotte Sports Foundation solidified a 10-year partnership to keep the title game in Charlotte through 2030. The game will continue to be played annually at Bank of America Stadium on the first Saturday of December, maintaining one of college football’s premier championship traditions. ACC & The NFL Draft Another Impressive Draft Class n The ACC saw 42 players selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, representing 15 different institutions across the conference. This ties the league’s highest single-draft total since 2021 (not including Notre Dame’s nine picks that year). Consistent Pipeline to the Pros n Since the 2000 NFL Draft, the ACC has produced 853 total draft picks, including 122 first-round selections—ranking third among all conferences in both categories. Top-Three in Recent Draft Production n Over the last 12 drafts (2013–2025), the ACC has had 469 players selected, the third-most of any conference during that span. Notably, the ACC has seen 40 or more players drafted in three of the last five years. No. 1 Overall Picks: A Legacy of Excellence n Current ACC programs have produced 17 No. 1 overall picks in the history of the NFL Draft. Most recently, Miami quarterback Cameron Ward was selected first overall by the Tennessee Titans in the 2025 NFL Draft. Several ACC schools have contributed multiple top picks over the years: • Stanford: 4 (Bobby Garrett – 1954, Jim Plunkett – 1971, John Elway – 1983, Andrew Luck – 2012) • Miami: 3 (Vinny Testaverde – 1987, Russell Maryland – 1991, Cameron Ward – 2025) • Cal: 2 (Steve Bartkowski – 1975, Jared Goff – 2016) • Virginia Tech: 2 (Bruce Smith – 1985, Michael Vick – 2001) • Clemson: 1 (Trevor Lawrence – 2021) • Florida State: 1 (Jameis Winston – 2015) • NC State: 1 (Mario Williams – 2006) • SMU: 1 (Kyle Rote – 1951) • Syracuse: 1 (Ernie Davis – 1962) • Virginia: 1 (Bill Dudley – 1942) Additionally, NC State’s Roman Gabriel was selected No. 2 overall in the 1962 NFL Draft but was the No. 1 overall pick in the AFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders.2025 LOUISVILLE FOOTBALL 2024 in ReviewGoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 85 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl Victories Scoring Summary GAME 1 AUG. 31, 2024 LOUISVILLE, KY. 00 | 62 Scoring Summary GAME 3 SEPT. 21, 2024 LOUISVILLE, KY. 19 | 31 Scoring Summary GAME 2 SEPT. 7, 2024 LOUISVILLE, KY. 14 | 49GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 86 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl Victories Scoring Summary GAME 4 SEPT. 28, 2024 SOUTH BEND, IN. 24 | 31 Scoring Summary GAME 6 OCT. 12, 2024 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. 24 | 20 Scoring Summary GAME 5 OCT. 5, 2024 LOUISVILLE, KY. 34 | 27GoCards.com n @LouisvilleFB 87 2016 Heisman Trophy Winner | 27 Bowl Appearances | 13 Bowl Victories Scoring Summary GAME 7 OCT. 19, 2024 LOUISVILLE, KY. 52 | 45 Scoring Summary GAME 9 NOV. 2, 2024 CLEMSON, S.C. 33 | 21 Scoring Summary GAME 8 OCT. 25, 2024 CHESTNUT HILL, MASS. 31 | 27Next >