Louisville kicker Carson Hilbert in competition for starting role this fall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Carson Hilbert, a 6’3”, 215lb kicker from Louisville, KY, is vying for a starting position with the Cardinals. After Cooper Ranvier transferred to Tennessee, Hilton's chances have improved, despite Keller and a new transfer kicker, Garth White. The competition for the kicking positions is expected to be intense as the season approaches.
- •Hilbert is a redshirt freshman and former local standout.
- •Keller currently holds the projected starting spot after changes to the roster.
- •The competition for kicker roles will continue through fall camp.
- •Louisville has a history of strong kickers, making this battle noteworthy.
- •The team’s tight games could hinge on the kicking performance.
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"CARSON HILBERT #35 Height: 6’3” Weight: 215lb Position: K Class: RS Freshman Hometown: Louisville, KY Summary: I hit on the “hometown hero” Hilbert last year as the Cards snagged one of, if not the best, local kickers off the market from Trinity in 2025. Knowing we had Keller and Swaggy C in the mix not […]
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