In his first season back at his alma mater, University of Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm has seen the Cardinals achieve great success. With 10 wins, a spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game, and a berth in the school’s first-ever appearance in the Holiday Bowl, Brohm has brought the program to new heights.
Looking ahead to the Holiday Bowl matchup against the University of Southern California, Brohm expressed his team’s excitement. He acknowledged USC’s talent and coaching but remained confident in his players’ ability to compete. Despite not finishing the regular season as desired, Brohm emphasized the importance of getting back to their brand of football.
Before taking on USC, Brohm and his coaching staff have their hands full with signing high school players and managing the transfer portal. Brohm described this time as busy but necessary to prepare for the bowl game and shape the team’s roster.
Coming off a 16-6 loss in the ACC title game to Florida State, Louisville must regroup and make adjustments. The team struggled in the fourth quarter, particularly on the line of scrimmage. As December rolls in, college football sees changes with the transfer portal. Louisville has eight players in the portal, potentially leading to more opportunities for younger players to step up and contribute.
When asked about their approach to the bowl game, Brohm’s philosophy remains the same: play to win. While the roster may look slightly different, Brohm is open to giving younger and new players the chance to showcase their skills. December practices will serve as a crucial time for player development and evaluation.
With practices scheduled to begin on December 13th, Louisville will utilize the time to both rest and rehabilitate injured players and provide valuable experience to younger talents. It is a period focused on improvement and building confidence within the team. Brohm emphasized the need for meaningful game-type repetitions to properly evaluate players and enhance their performance.
Overall, the Cardinals’ first season under Brohm has been a success. With a chance at their 11th win in the Holiday Bowl, Brohm’s coaching and the team’s resilience will be put to the test.
