Cardinals countdown highlights Louisville's retired jerseys and new players

As the Louisville Cardinals prepare for the upcoming football season, the countdown reaches 16 days until kickoff. This year, no player is wearing jersey number 16, reserved for the late Johnny Unitas, one of only two retired jerseys at Louisville. Despite modest statistics during his college years, Unitas is remembered for his leadership and athleticism. The program has also recently added several new players to its roster: Bode Shoaps, Garth White, Niall Hayes, Bryten Close, Drew Kegebein, Max Merz, Garion McPherson, Marlon Harbin, and Jordan Gervais. These additions may impact the team's dynamics as they approach the season opener.

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