Louisville will have one star back, but will miss one against Notre Dame

Some good and bad news for the Cardinals as they prepare for the Irish

As we wait for the kickoff between Notre Dame and Louisville later this afternoon, there was news about two Cardinals playing status.

ESPN’s Pete Thamel is reporting that transfer wide receiver [autotag]Caullin Lacy[/autotag] is expected make his debut against the Irish today as he will “give it a shot” to get on the field. The senior had a huge year in 2023 with South Alabama, catching 91 passes for 1,316 yards and 7 touchdowns.

His return gives Louisville another weapon to test the Notre Dame secondary.  Speaking of defensive backs, it looks like the Cardinals will be without [autotag]Quincy Riley[/autotag], as Thamel is report that he will is doubtful for the game.

He is one of the biggest playmakers on their defense, as he’s picked off a pass and forced a fumble so far this year. It’s clearly a good news and bad news situation for the Irish. Hopefully the Notre Dame secondary is ready for Lacy while the wide receivers take advantage of Riley’s absence.

Louisville Cardinals defensive back Quincy Riley (3) runs the ball down the field during their game against the Austin Peay Governors on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024 at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Ky.

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