The transfer portal window has officially closed for most teams, as they now look to the offseason with their new rosters in place. The Louisville Cardinals are considered one of the winners of this past portal window, ranking among the top 20 portal classes by many media outlets. Jeff Brohm, Vince Marrow, and company did a fantastic job addressing the immediate concerns of the roster and provided major depth at potential areas of need, particularly in the trenches on both sides of the football.
As we look to next season, it is a great time to take a step back and really value the commitment that Louisville football and donors have made to the players they have brought in and retained. The Cardinals will have a mix of familiar faces and new blood, hoping to build a strong, well-connected team next season. Louisville had an extremely successful portal window, but which players stand out above the rest?
Here are 10 key players that will play and shine for Louisville football next season.