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Louisville Shocks No. 16 SMU in Upset Thriller
20 Sep
Summary
- Louisville defeated No. 16 SMU 41-31, handing them their first loss.
- Keyjuan Brown's two long touchdown runs were crucial for Louisville's win.
- The Cardinals scored 27 second-half points to secure the upset victory.
Louisville, ranked No. 23, achieved a major season win by defeating No. 16 SMU with a final score of 41-31. This ACC matchup, held at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, saw the Cardinals hand the previously undefeated Mustangs their first loss of the season.
The game was a hard-fought contest from the start, with SMU initially taking the lead. However, Louisville responded effectively, establishing a 14-7 advantage after the first quarter. SMU fought back, gaining a 17-14 lead by halftime with a touchdown and a field goal.
Louisville's offense exploded in the second half, particularly their rushing game. Keyjuan Brown was a standout performer, breaking loose for two significant touchdown runs. The Cardinals amassed 27 points in the second half, ultimately sealing their upset victory over SMU.
