Louisville athletics exceed NIL cap; Brody Foley named Mackey Award watch list member
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The University of Louisville athletics reportedly exceeded the $20.5 million NIL cap last season. Tight end Brody Foley has been named to the Mackey Award watch list. Additionally, quarterback Lincoln Kienholz and running back Isaac Brown are recognized among the top 40 players for the upcoming season. Louisville's volleyball team is set to play 10 nationally televised matches in 2026, while the Preakness Stakes will be broadcast on NBC after the network secured the rights. Jockey Robby Albarado passed away at 52 following a recent heart procedure.
- •Louisville athletics exceeded $20.5 million NIL cap last season.
- •Brody Foley named to Mackey Award watch list.
- •Lincoln Kienholz and Isaac Brown noted as key players for 2026.
- •Louisville volleyball to play 10 nationally televised matches in 2026.
- •Jockey Robby Albarado has died at 52 after heart surgery.
- 5:51 PMYahoo Sports — Wednesday afternoon Cardinal news and notes
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