Louisville football seeks rebound against NC State after loss to Wake Forest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Louisville football is set to face NC State in Week 5 after a 30-27 defeat to Wake Forest. The Cardinals struggled with penalties and defensive lapses in their previous match, while NC State enters the game coming off a 41-31 win against Appalachian State. Both teams have one loss in ACC play. Louisville aims to fix its issues on defense and running game, while special teams may play a crucial role. Players to watch include running back Isaac Brown for Louisville and quarterback CJ Bailey for NC State.
- •Louisville lost 30-27 to Wake Forest in Week 4.
- •NC State won 41-31 against Appalachian State last week.
- •Both teams have one loss in ACC play.
- •Isaac Brown's performance could impact Louisville's running game.
- •CJ Bailey leads NC State at quarterback with notable stats.
- 9:12 AMYahoo Sports — Storylines, players to watch in Louisville football's game vs. NC State
"Louisville football heads to NC State looking to rebound after a loss to Wake Forest. Here are storylines and players to watch in the Week 5 contest.
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