Episode 255 - Nashville, Here We Come | 2026 Season Predictions & Ole Miss Preview

The 2026 Louisville football season is finally here! Join Producer Keith (Keith Arutoff) and former Louisville Cardinal player & student assistant Vince Lococo as they make their season predictions for the year and dive into what you can expect from both Louisville and Ole Miss this upcoming weekend. How can Louisville slow down Trinidad Chambliss and a dangerous Ole Miss run game? Can Louisville’s offensive line hold up against a dominant interior defensive line? What should we expect from Lincoln Kienholz, Isaac Brown and the Cardinals’ skill positions? The guys also break down the impact of Anwar O’Neal’s injury, how Lance Robinson will handle left tackle duties, and the biggest matchups that could decide the opener. Plus, Keith and Vince make their Louisville vs. Ole Miss predictions and much more. Full YouTube episode here!

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