Episode 201 - Countdown to Kickoff 2025: Defensive Preview

Louisville's Defense is under the microscope in this episode of From the Pink Seats Podcast! As the Cards inch closer to kickoff, Jacob, Vince, and Keith break down the BIGGEST defensive storylines heading into the season.

Who replaces Ashton Gillotte as Louisville’s Sack King? Is Antonio Watts the breakout star fans should rally behind?

We dig into the secondary concerns, linebacker depth, and unveil our exclusive Sack King Watchlist.

CHAPTERS

2:30 – Ron English: Make or Break Year?

5:20 – Biggest Defensive Storylines

8:50 – Can the Secondary Hold Up?

12:00 – Pass Rush = Key to Everything

16:00 – Communication Breakdowns & Play Calling

18:15 – Linebacker Spotlight: Stanquan Clark & T.J. Capers

22:10 – Antonio Watts: The Next Star?

26:15 – Replacing Ashton Gillotte: Sack King Watch (Wesley Bailey)

35:30 – Wesley Bailey: Louisville’s New Edge Threat

40:00 – Stat Battles: More or Less

49:00 – Bold Predictions & Thick Sixes

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