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Louisville and Kentucky football teams prepare for 2026 season opener

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Louisville and Kentucky football teams prepare for 2026 season opener
Summary

The 2026 college football season begins in September for the Louisville Cardinals and Kentucky Wildcats. Louisville aims for its first ACC championship under coach Jeff Brohm, who has made key roster changes including former Ohio State quarterback Lincoln Kienholz. Kentucky's first-year head coach Will Stein looks to reverse a two-season losing trend, starting with Notre Dame transfer Kenny Minchey at quarterback. Both teams are emphasizing new strategies and approaches as they prepare for their upcoming matchups, with Louisville facing Ole Miss and Kentucky encountering Youngstown State. As excitement builds, fans await the answers to numerous questions regarding each team's performance and adjustments.

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  • •Louisville Cardinals start 2026 season with an aim for playoff appearance.
  • •Kentucky Wildcats hope to improve under new coach Will Stein.
  • •Louisville has key recruits, including quarterback Lincoln Kienholz.
  • •Kentucky's quarterback Kenny Minchey steps into a starting role.
  • •Season openers for both teams are set for early September.
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Jeff Brohm's Louisville Cardinals and Will Stein's Kentucky Wildcats begin their 2026 football seasons in September.

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