University of Louisville junior offensive lineman, Mekhi Becton, was selected by the NY Jets in the 2020 NFL draft. He was the 11th player selected in the draft and the third offensive lineman selected. So what will his rookie deal look like when he signs?
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Dexter Rentz Jr signed with Louisville Football in December 2019. He had been committed since June 2019. Rentz was a prized recruit who was set to come to Louisville this fall and begin a promising football career and academic journey. Sadly, it was cut short when Dexter Rentz was shot and killed last night, according…
On Saturday Night after the NFL Draft, Louisville’s own Tyler Haycraft signed a rookie free agent deal with New York Giants. Tyler is coming off a tremendous senior year where he was a captain and helped lead the Cardinals to a bowl for the first time since 2017. He helped his hometown Cards win the…
Former Louisville WR Seth Dawkins signed a rookie free agent contract with the Seattle Seahawks. The Ville ➡️ SEA Congrats @dawkins5_!#GoCards pic.twitter.com/IFzOwoDq5R — Louisville Football (@LouisvilleFB) April 25, 2020 Dawkins played significant snaps in all 4 years of his Cardinal career. He was a big receiver that was known to go up and grab jump…
We searched Twitter for some Tweets from people who were former players, teammates, coaches, famous and then at the end someone who has thought a lot of this kid for awhile. Hope you enjoy! @BigTicket73 congrats Lil bro! Keep ya head down and ride out! #L1C4 — Bilal Powell (@bilalpowell29) April 24, 2020 Mekhi Becton…
Lamar Jackson had a spectacular sophomore season for the Baltimore Ravens in 2019. He completed 66.1 percent of his passes for 3127 yards and 36 touchdowns while only throwing 6 interceptions. Really good passing numbers. However, he also rushed for 1206 yards and 7 touchdowns. Jackson put together one of the most incredible seasons a…
Yesterday the Carolina Panthers officially announced the signing of Cardinal Forever Teddy Bridgewater. The 27 year old QB spent the last two seasons backing up Drew Brees in New Orleans. Now he is the presumptive starter for Carolina, replacing former All-Pro Cam Newton. 👏 It's Official! 👏 Congrats @teddyb_h2o!#ProCards | #GoCards https://t.co/dhXTIp9gUS — Louisville Football…
As mass hysteria and fear sweep the nation, former Louisville standout and current Atlanta Falcon’s Guard, Jamon Brown, is providing a source of relief for victims of COVID-19. Brown, and his foundation team, have created a fund to provide support for individuals seeking medical treatment for the COVID-19 virus. Donations can be made on the…
Lamar Jackson is the NFL MVP for the 2019-20 season. Jackson becomes only the second player in NFL history selected by an unanimous vote. Jackson absolutely deserved the honor. The quarterback, in his sophomore season, carved up every defense the Ravens faced. He broke ankles and turned haters into believers with every 40 yard run,…
Annoucing the 3rd Annual Jamon Brown Foundation Golf Scramble Reception/Auction Sunday April 26 and April 27th at University of Louisville Golf Club, featuring UofL President Neeli Bendapudi! The Legends of Louisville Reception will take place on Sunday, April 26th from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM in partnership with the Kentucky Derby Festival. Join in…
Cardinal Forever and Pro Bowl Center, Eric Wood, had Coach Scott Satterfield on the latest episode of his podcast. They sit down and discuss the success they had this year and how to build off of it for the future. Check out the latest episode of “What’s Next with Eric Wood” with @CoachSattUofL, the head…
Former Louisville WR and Super Bowl MVP Deion Branch will be honored this year as part of the 2019 ACC Legends Class. Branch played two years for former coach John L. Smith back in 2000 and 2001. He came to Louisville as a junior college transfer. While in a Cardinal uniform, Branch had 143 receptions…
Christian Fitzpatrick is the younger brother of Louisville redshirt junior WR Dez Fitzpatrick. Louisville fans have known about him for a while. Over the summer, Christian committed to Coach Mike Leach and Washington State. However, on October 16th, he decommitted from the Cougars. I have contacted the coaches at Washington State University and let them…
The @CardSportZone @TheBigRedLouie crossover podcast is finally here! The guys sit down and chop it up with two of the all time greats from @UofLFootball. All time TD leader Ibn Green & top 3 LB of all time Keith Kelsey is in the building to talk pigskin. We go over part seasons letdowns this…
The Cardinal Express keeps chugging along and stopped in Arizona for a Chubba. 2020 4 Star QB Chubba Purdy has decided to join the flock. https://twitter.com/chubbapurdy/status/1142149081604603904?s=19 The 6’2 210 lbs Purdy chose UofL over offers from Kansas State, Michigan State, Purdue, Arizona State, and numerous others. QB Coach Frank Ponce was his primary recruiter per…
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE JAMON BROWN FOUNDATION: Jamon Brown Foundation and Atlanta Falcons Partner to assist over 800 kids with Health Care in the Bongo Village of Liberia The Jamon Brown Organization and the Atlanta Falcons Organization are donating a total of $2400 which helps assist over 800 children in the Bongo County Village, in…
🎵 Reunited and it feels so good 🎵 Lamar Jackson and Jaylen Smith have always had a bond that goes beyond the football field. Over the last few months, Lamar has helped Jaylen try to prepare for the NFL and thanks to the Baltimore Ravens we get to see a sneak peek. Take a look…
Lamar Jackson got his first NFL start and win in week 11 and people have noticed. Lamar is currently up for rookie of the week and YOU can help assure he gets the honor. Vote below! .@Lj_era8 and @GodsGiftGus13 are nominees for @NFL Rookie of the Week! Cast your vote for them here: https://t.co/zideTwERIS pic.twitter.com/m2wS4zAfeH…
It has been reported that Lamar Jackson will be getting his first career NFL start today against the Bengals. You can catch him in action at 1:00 PM on CBS or by using the DirecTV Sunday NFL Package. We here at Cardinal Sports Zone are looking forward to Lamar’s debut and wish him nothing but…
Jaire Alexander is making a name for himself in Green Bay and across the NFL. He was a constant bright spot in Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams with 5 pass breakups and 7 total tackles. You can check out all of his highlights below, thanks to the Green Bay Packers. – 5 pass…