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Louisville defeats Villanova 59-13 in home football victory

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Louisville defeats Villanova 59-13 in home football victory

Summary

Louisville secured a 59-13 victory over Villanova in their most recent game. Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz finished with 332 passing yards and two touchdowns, completing passes to Tre Richardson, Jaleel Skinner, Treyshun Hurry, and Lawayne McCoy. Despite the offensive performance, the team committed seven penalties for 90 yards, including multiple fouls. The Cardinals also recorded 260 rushing yards behind eight different carriers, while Marquise Davis contributed 86 yards and two scores. Defensive concerns emerged after the secondary allowed a 65-yard touchdown pass to the visitors. Louisville now shifts focus to an upcoming matchup against Southern Methodist.

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By the Numbers

•Louisville defeated Villanova with a final score of 59-13.
•Lincoln Kienholz passed for 332 yards and two touchdowns.
•The team recorded seven penalties totaling 90 yards during the game.
•Marquise Davis rushed for 86 yards and two scores on seven carries.
•Louisville faces Southern Methodist in its next scheduled game.

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The Cards Aspire. New bright lights. See the kids in the spotlight. Home town hero at the helm. Now’s not the moment to underwhelm. The Cardinals dispatched Villanova in orderly fashion, as they should have. 59-13. If the College Football Playoff in Jeff Brohm’s fourth season with the headset is the goal, and it most […]
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