Episode 244 - Need MORE HAVOC! | Mark Ivey Sit down + 2027 Recruiting Update & News Around the ACC

CREATE MORE HAVOC. Louisville football co-defensive coordinator Mark Ivey joins From The Pink Seats Podcast to talk about what Cards fans can expect from a new look defense in 2026. Don't miss a jam packed episode with hosts Keith Arutoff and former Cardinal Vince Lococo including a Q&A with Mark Ivey, updates on recruiting including a recent commitment, and other news around the Louisville football program and CFB.

2:21 – Louisville's Massive 30-Visitor Recruiting Weekend

2:34 – What AJ Tillman brings to the Cards in 2027

5:50 – The other Louisville football team is BALLING! Kings on a heater

7:10 – Calling Out SMU's "Crypto Wave"

10:19 – Co-DC Mark Ivey Joins the Pod 🏈

11:24 – Why Coach Ivey Planted Roots at Louisville

14:11 – Returning to the Trenches: Back on the D-Line

17:37 – Working Alongside Co-DC Steve Ellis

21:28 – Schematic Tweaks: How Louisville Will "Create Havoc"

23:44 – Spring Ball Standouts & New Transfer Dudes

26:15 – What Makes AJ Green & Clev Lubin Unmatched

30:38 – Ben Perry’s Return & A Loaded Secondary Room

32:47 – The Story Behind the Icon Quote: "You Gotta Love It!"

35:49 – Falling in Love with the City of Louisville

38:44 – The D-Staff Anthem: Turning on Tanya Tucker

40:05 – Coach Ivey on His Famous On-Field Intensity

42:19 – Looking Ahead to the Old Miss Opener in Nashville

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