2026-06-12 · Big Red Louie

The Louisville Cardinals are making significant strides in their recruiting efforts, particularly targeting quarterback Dre'mail Carothers. Following a recent visit to Louisville, Carothers has emerged as the Cardinals' top quarterback target for the 2027 recruiting class. The coaching staff, led by head coach Jeff Brohm and recruiting coordinator Vince Marrow, has been actively engaging with recruits, resulting in four commitments in June alone. Carothers, a 3-star quarterback from Kentucky, has a 36.5 percent chance of committing to the Cardinals, according to On3 Sports. This puts Louisville slightly ahead of the North Carolina Tar Heels, who are also vying for his commitment with a 32.0 percent chance. Carothers previously visited UNC before his trip to Louisville on May 29, making the competition fierce. Additionally, the University of South Florida is in the mix, as Carothers is scheduled to visit them soon. With 27 recruits visiting Louisville over the past two weekends, the Cardinals are optimistic about securing more commitments in the near future.