So how have we done overall since we made the big jump to the ACC in 10 seasons?

We were in a division with Clemson & FSU, so we didn't get the advantage of being in a weaker side where we could sneak in a few 1st place finishes to get to the ACC title game, so think about going into this list.

2014- 5-3, 3rd in Atlantic, finished ranked
2015- 5-3, 3rd in Atlantic
2016- 7-1, 1st in Atlantic(tie), finished ranked, Heisman winner
2017- 4-4, 3rd in Atlantic(tie)
2018- 0-8 last place
2019- 5-3, 2nd place in Atlantic
2020- 3-7, 12th in the ACC (COVID YEAR FWIW)
2021- 4-4, 4th in Atlantic(tie)
2022- 4-4, 3rd in Atlantic(tie)
2023- 7-1, 2nd overall in the ACC, ACC title game, finished ranked

I would dare to say other than Virginia Tech & Utah, we probably have had the best transition from the G5 level to the P5 level of any team.

We were top 3 in our division 6 of the 8 years when there was divisional play.
Not counting the COVID year, we were bowl eligible 8 of the 9 seasons.
2 of the years we were top 2 in the conference in 2016 & 2023
If not for 2 losses to Kentucky, 2016 & 2023, we would've had 2 NY6 Bowl appearances
Stadium expanded to 60,000
Heisman Trophy winner
Conference Title Game plus a Division title in 2016(co champions of the Atlantic)

So it's clear we've consistently been a top half ACC team over this last decade. Amazing that we had to fight for the last spot in the league and now are top team in the league. Amazing how Syracuse received a bid before us and now we've far surpassed them on any realignment list.

Like any decade there are ups and downs, but it generally was a very successful first decade in the ACC. Some may not see it that way because in the CUSA-Big East years we just rose so fast and had big successes with BCS bowls, more years ranked at the end, and conference titles, but we need to know that the steps get much higher as you move up. But we still have made big steps. We've established ourselves as a winning program in the Power 5 and have jumped so many programs that were already here.

This year has a lot of hype and excitement and lets keep it moving towards Howard's dream!

Here's mine:

8-4, with equal but lesser possibilities of 7-5 or 9-3. This is a tough schedule!

Cards opened up season on Saturday with a win.

As a grown man who likes to bike, as in pedaling a bike...it's nice to see CFB adopting spandex shorts sans pads. It's a bit of a different look, some of these guys are choosing pretty short shorts. Anything that normalizes grown men wearing tight shorts helps me.

It’s GameDay. Up early to get my stuff together. Also because I’m so excited.
I love college football.

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Making sure you know--You’re invited to come meet the basketball team at tailgate.💪🔥

Let’s go!!



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Actually, the local fishwrap the Columbus Dispatch opined the cost of the 2024 roster was closer to 23 million dollars.

Per TOS

@Mayoman What say you Mayo? Doing the pickums this year?

There's a handful of games starting tonight for week 1.

Kaden Magwood has cancelled his visit this weekend, no word on whether he will reschedule at a later date or not. Kind of bummed about it, really like the kid and think he’ll be a great college player. Maybe it means we’re in good shape with some other guards though?

Each season I predict the Cards schedule based on the expectations and prior results from the season before. I do this with the opponents as well. It's solely for fun but I try to take it seriously as I can. I did very well last season predicting 10 regular season wins.

So here we go.

1. Cards 52 AP 6
2. Cards 38 Jax. State 10
3. Cards 32 GT 16
4. ND 30 Cards 27
5. Cards 44 SMU 16
6. Cards 34 Virginia 14
7. Cards 38 Miami 24
8. Cards 32 BC 13
9. Cards 27 Clemson 24
10. Cards 34 Stanford 17
11. Cards 35 Pitt 17
12. Cards 38 UK 23

Louisville 11 - 1 8 - 0

ACC championship
Louisville vs Virginia Tech

If Tyler Shough is as good as advertised and he stays relatively healthy, this Louisville team can win all 12 games. There's two key ACC games and 2 key OOC games.

I know GT's win over FSU will have the Yellow Jackets ranked when they play Louisville, but I wasn't that impressed with them in that game. It was more the ineptitude of the Seminole's offense that got the W for GT. I think the Cards at home will take care of the rambling wreck.

Its basically the Miami and Clemson games in the ACC for the Cards. Other than those two and GT, the others are going to struggle to win 6 games. And it's ND and UK away from the conference. I could have just as well picked Louisville to again beat the Irish, but I just don't think the Cards will win all 12 games. They're good enough, but this program has never been lucky enough.

I just can't bring myself to pick losing to UK again but it could happen. A lot depends on what the season has done for both teams. I think Louisville is better but they were last season too.

If it's an unlucky season, the Cards could lose 3 or 4 games. A last second FG, a blown call by a ref with a minute to go, key injuries at the worst time, etc...

But if luck has nothing to do with this season, I think Louisville is good enough to make it back to the ACC Championship. I forsee at worst a 9 and 3 season but 11 and 1 is where I'm at.

Go Cards!

Just a bit over 28 hours. Definitely will bring a rain coat for tomorrow. That means it will not rain on us.
Go Cards

can't even win the ACC and they think they can compete in another conference, LMFAO!!!

I have two free tickets to Saturday’s game. Suite level.

If you, a friend, a family member, want them, I’ll gladly transfer.

UL women’s VB Team overcame a huge height disadvantage to beat #3 Wisconsin, displaying balance and skill that supports those believing this is the best roster UL has ever had.

Unexpected- the Panthers want to sign him to their practice squad, so they must see something in him. He has to clear waivers first. He actually played pretty well during the pre-season, sans the first game.

SMU is not showing the hype about their running and passing game. They had just 17 rushing yards at halftime..
Now it's early in the 3rd qtr with Nevada up 17-13. Nevada has been able to get to the SMU qb. Nevada acts like the game is more important to them and really showing it.

Feel free to predict the team's record or elaborate on why or why not.

It’s getting so close now Just two short days away.
I believe our offense will be elite this year.

A hell of way to start the season. The Cards have a very tough schedule this year. Current opponents include #2 Nebraska, #4 Pitt, #5 Stanford, #12 uk, #20ish Georgia Tech. I highly recommend getting out and supporting this team. It is exciting and very fun to watch!

The Atlantic Coast Conference announced Tuesday that the Louisville football program has been picked to finish fifth in the 2024 conference race, according to a preseason poll of 170 media members across the league.

Florida State was chosen as the favorite to win the ACC title this season, garnering 2,708 points and being chosen as the favorite on 81 of the ballots. Clemson, Miami and NC State round out the top five, with the Cardinals securing 1,984 points in the poll.