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Louisville football loses 31-28 to NC State in Week 5

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Louisville football loses 31-28 to NC State in Week 5
Summary

Louisville football fell 31-28 to NC State on October 3 at Carter-Finley Stadium, marking its second consecutive loss. The Cardinals fumbled five times, losing three, which allowed NC State to score 18 points off those mistakes. Louisville struggled defensively, allowing Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey to throw for 373 yards. Despite erasing a double-digit deficit in the second half, the Cardinals could not secure the win after a late fumble and two consecutive 3-and-outs. Louisville will next host Florida State on October 9, aiming to rebound from the recent setbacks.

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  • •Louisville fumbled five times, losing three against NC State.
  • •CJ Bailey threw for 373 yards, leading NC State's offense.
  • •Isaac Brown rushed for 125 yards, marking his first 100-yard game.
  • •Louisville erased a 14-point deficit to tie the game in the fourth quarter.
  • •Next game is October 9 at home against Florida State.
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  • 11:07 PMYahoo Sports — Louisville football fumbles chance to right ship with loss at NC State
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UofL fell for the second week in a row with a sloppy, fumble-filled performance at NC State.

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