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Louisville special teams face challenges ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:24 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Louisville special teams face challenges ahead of new season

Summary

Louisville football enters the new season with mixed prospects for its special teams. The kicking unit, which boasted a strong performance last year, needs improvement as the staff searches for reliable replacements for both kicking positions. Nick Keller is a frontrunner but struggled with accuracy, while Garth White shows promise. The punting unit, however, has shown significant issues, with poor snaps and inconsistent performance noted in fall practices. Despite the challenges, the Cardinals have a strong return game led by Caullin Lacy. The team has time to refine their special teams before the season starts.

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•Louisville had one of the best kicking games but struggled with punting last year.
•Nick Keller is likely to lead the kicking competition despite accuracy concerns.
•Garth White is emerging as a contender for both kicker and punter roles.
•The punting unit has faced significant challenges during fall camp.
•Caullin Lacy excelled as a returner but needs support from the roster.

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What they're saying

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Louisville ended last year with one of the best kicking games in the country while also being one of the worst punting units in all of college football. At this point, one could argue that the goal this season is to just have a kicking game that can get the bare minimum done. The staff […]
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