Louisville Cardinals
· 2026-07-04
The Louisville Cardinals hired Paul Petrino as a senior offensive analyst in January, reuniting him with his son Mason Petrino.
Paul Petrino joined the Louisville football staff, bringing his experience as a head coach at Idaho.
The father-son duo previously worked together at Idaho, where Paul was the head coach and Mason was the quarterback.
Mason Petrino has been adjusting to calling his father "Coach" instead of "Dad" at work.
Paul Petrino has coached wide receivers for most of his career, including two prior stints at Louisville.
The Louisville Cardinals will face the Ole Miss Rebels on 2026-09-06, with Paul and Mason Petrino working together to prepare the team.
Paul Petrino said he was excited to work with coach Jeff Brohm and be close to his family.
Mason Petrino joked that he took official visits daily during high school because he'd be at the Vandals' facility with his father.
The Petrino family prioritized sports as a means of bonding, with Paul, Mason, and his sister Anne Mari doing morning workouts on family vacations.
Paul Petrino's hiring has brought a new dynamic to the Louisville Cardinals' coaching staff, with his experience and family ties enhancing the team's preparation.
The Louisville Cardinals are preparing for their next game, with Paul and Mason Petrino playing key roles in the team's strategy.