From The Pink Seats

He never made the headlines, but Duane Martin was everything to Louisville Football. From pancaking defenders for two NFL backs to tearing his quad mid-fake punt and finishing the game — this is the raw, hilarious, and emotional story of the fullback who defined heart and hustle. Thrilled to have had him on the show!

CHAPTERS

1:12 Duane Martin's Journey to Louisville

2:33 Recruitment and Early College Experience

4:10 Adapting to College Football

7:03 COVID Season Challenges

9:24 Coaching Changes and Transition

14:44 Playing Under Coach Brohm

19:21 Blocking for NFL-Caliber Running Backs

22:01 Reflecting on the Final Season

28:39 Recognizing Future Talent

30:53 Reflecting on Missed Opportunities

37:27 Bowl Game Reflections

49:29 Life After Football

#LouisvilleFootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

It’s 5:02 Somewhere (Highlighting Louisville Legends)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

Recruiting is ON FIRE – find out who just committed, who’s next, and how Louisville is STACKING talent for 2025 and beyond.

In this episode, we debut our new segment “ARE YOU CONVINCED?" with bold takes, future predictions, and hot seat questions, and dive deep into recent recruiting updates for the Cards.

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04:00 – Recruiting Rundown Begins

08:00 – DJ Williams & WR Room Breakdown

13:00 – NFL Legacy QB Commits

17:00 – Major Commit Dates Coming Up

24:00 – Brohm’s Recruiting Vision + Coach Q&A Recap

34:00 – “Are You Convinced?” Segment Begins

41:00 – Isaac Brown 1000 Yard Season?

45:00 – Miller Moss Top 5 QB Debate

57:00 – Final Takes

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

It’s 5:02 Somewhere (Highlighting Louisville Legends)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

College football just got flipped on its head. In this episode of From the Pink Seats, Jacob, Keith, and Vince break down the blockbuster hire of Vince Marrow by Louisville, and what it means for recruiting, rivalry drama, and the future of the program. From UK fans in meltdown mode to Marrow's million-dollar incentives, we're diving deep into the biggest offseason move in years.

00:25 Breaking News in Louisville Football

01:41 Vince Marrow Joins Louisville Staff

03:14 Impact on Recruiting and Program

06:06 Financial Maneuvers and Rivalry Insights

08:26 Future Prospects and Concerns

14:20 Cultural Fit and Program Standards

16:42 Speculations and Rivalry Dynamics

27:21 Workplace Football Banter

28:07 Recruiting Updates and Fall Camp

28:47 Louisville's New Defensive Back Target: Nigel Williams

30:39 Impact of Special Teams and Veteran Presence

37:29 NIL and the House Settlement

40:37 College Sports Financial Landscape

42:43 Unionization and Future of College Athletics

50:55 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events

#LouisvilleFootball #VinceMarrow #UK #UofL #GoCards #ACCFootball

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

It’s 5:02 Somewhere (Highlighting Louisville Legends)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

Louisville football just landed THREE major commit, and Keith and Vince are breaking them all down. Hear why these recruits are game-changers, how the Cards are dominating the summer recruiting trail, along with insight on upcoming visits, and recruiting battles with SEC schools.

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00:00 Welcome to the Pink Seats Podcast

00:29 Baseball Updates and Twitter Reactions

02:00 Personal Life Updates

02:48 Recruiting Weekend Recap

03:13 New Commits Breakdown

14:17 Upcoming Recruiting Weekend

14:57 Visitor Highlights and Expectations

22:21 Run Blocking and Controlled Violence

22:45 Concerns About Mobility and Position

23:31 Recruitment Race and Commitment

24:24 Tristen Hill: A Rising Star

25:57 Upcoming Recruiting Visits

28:28 Exciting Prospects: Edge Rusher and Tight End

44:43 Supporting Louisville Baseball and Final Thoughts

#LouisvilleFootball #Louisville #UofL #ACCFootball

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 4 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond:

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

It’s 5:02 Somewhere (Highlighting Louisville Legends)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

Your From The Pink Seats crew is back, and we’re diving into Louisville’s loaded 2026 recruiting class, break down the college football playoff chaos, and build our dream NFL 7v7 Olympic team. Is this Jeff Brohm’s BEST class yet?

Tune in for all the recruiting takes, stats and insights Cards fans won't want to miss.

1:00 - Louisville countdown to kickoff

3:00 - Recruiting talk and key guys to watch

14:00 - Is 2026 Brohm’s best class?

19:00 - Breaking down top recruits

27:00 - College Football Playoff drama

39:00 - Jeff Brohm tattoo bet?!

42:00 - NFL in the Olympics: 7v7 NFL Draft

#LouisvilleFootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

Your From The Pink Seats crew is coming to you live from Kern’s Korner with a loaded show! Keith and Vince break down Louisville’s latest recruiting moves, 2026 class priorities, and whether the staff is bracing for a flip. Plus: which recruit is drawing Derrick Henry comps...

The guys also react to Vegas' over/under win totals, call out the Big Ten & SEC’s sketchy playoff format proposal, and give a strong take on Kentucky’s situation, and whether Stoops is in trouble.

Huge thanks again to Kern's Korner for having us!

0:12 – Hello and Welcome from Kern’s Korner, Louisville

4:40 – SMU Schedules LSU + Louisville’s 2028–29 Open Slots

7:02 – Dream Opponents: Notre Dame, West Virginia, Cincinnati

9:31 – Portal Moves or Panic? Jaydin Broadnax + Jordan Crutchfield

12:01 – Breaking Down 4-Star Corner Crutchfield’s Film

19:52 – Jeff Brohm’s QB Vision: From Tyler Shough to the NFL

21:13 – New CFP Format? Big Ten & SEC Push for Playoff Power

23:17 – Oklahoma Transfer TE Davon Mitchell: High Ceiling, Low Risk

27:08 – Road Gauntlet: SMU, Miami, Clemson, BC & Pitt

29:17 – UK Football’s 4.5 Win Line + Buyout Watch?

32:55 – College Football Trivia: First Game & Historic Blowout

36:45 – Kern's Korner Special Guest...

41:12 – Most Exciting Offensive Group: RBs vs WRs

#louisvillefootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

Portal Kombat returns as Jacob and Keith break down Louisville’s latest addition, a former four star recruit from Oklahoma, and how the Cards’ roster continues to take shape after spring ball.

Plus: What’s the ACC doing with Notre Dame? Will Louisville lose marquee games? Should the conference change its schedule format? And why is Clemson’s 6’9” basketball center now playing tight end?

Also… Donald Trump, Nick Saban, and the insane power struggle happening behind the scenes of college football.

1:10 – State of Louisville Updates

3:45 – Louisville Football’s Portal Status

4:19 – Portal Combat: Breaking Down TE Davon Mitchell

5:31 – Mitchell's NFL-Level Upside

11:41 – Where Mitchell Fits Into Louisville’s TE Room

13:38 – Jamari Johnson Comparison + Kemari Averett Throwback

14:52 – Does Louisville Still Have A Portal Need? Cornerback Concerns

16:32 – Keith’s Vision for 2025 Louisville Football

17:41 – Can the Secondary Hold Up? Pressure Is On

20:17 – Portal Combat Wrap-Up + Overall Roster Evaluation

20:55 – Clemson + Notre Dame: Strange Scheduling Deal?

23:10 – Will Louisville Lose Its Notre Dame Game?

27:10 – Trump, Saban & The NCAA

30:15 – Should the ACC Drop or Add a Conference Game?

41:14 – Jacob’s NIL Take: We Need A Real Governing Body

45:24 – Clemson’s 6'9” Tight End?!

#LouisvilleFootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

The Portal is chaos. The Draft is over. And your From The Pink Seats crew is BACK.

Jacob returns from wisdom teeth exile and joins Vince and Keith to break down a loaded post-spring Transfer Portal haul for Louisville. Tune in for all the stats, takes, and insights you don't want to miss.

0:14 – Jacob Returns From Surgery + Show Banter

2:32 – Portal Combat Kicks Off: Post-Spring Transfer Portal Activity

5:12 – New Tight Ends Breakdown: CJ Jacobsen & Jacob Stewart

7:36 – Why This Staff Values Blocking TEs in Jeff Brohm’s Offense

9:50 – O-Line Talk: Sam Secrest Returns + Kendrick Gilbert Joins the D-Line

13:03 – Gilbert’s Fit, D-Line Depth, and Scheme Breakdown

16:14 – New Additions: Justin Beadles + Joseph Jefferson Analysis

20:24 – Who Is Antonio Watts’ Backup? DB Depth Chat

24:57 – Why Capers Staying Is HUGE For Louisville’s Defense

30:05 – Local Recruiting Pipeline

32:22 – NFL Draft Recap: Tyler Shough, Gillotte, Quincy, and More

35:33 – Tyler Shough = QB2 in This Draft Class?

37:28 – Can Ashton Gillotte Be Defensive Rookie of the Year?

53:01 – Wrap-Up + What’s Coming Next on Pink Seats

#LouisvilleFootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

Louisville football is in the middle of a spring transfer portal storm. The Cards are in a full-on roster shuffle, with big names entering their name into the portal, to late pickups from NC State and San Jose State.

We break down recent transfers, commits, and what it means for Jeff Brohm’s squad going forward.

Tap in, Cards fans!

1:15 – Key Players Who Entered The Portal: Austin Collins, Izayah Cummings

6:20 – New Commits: NC State’s Dacari Collins & SJSU’s TreyShun Hurry

9:50 – Wide Receiver Room Turnaround

12:00 – Hidden Portal Gem: Tight End CJ Jacobsen?

15:00 – Depth Moves: Rod Green & Justin Beadles Add Size

18:45 – National Drama: Nico Iamaleava’s Move to UCLA

22:00 – QB Trade? Tennessee & UCLA’s WILD Swap

30:00 – Final Thoughts: Portal Closes Friday. Who’s Next?

#LouisvilleFootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James

In this episode, Vince and Keith break down all the biggest takeaways from Louisville Football’s 2025 Spring Game: from Miller Moss’ control under center, to the dominance of the run game, breakout defenders, and what the team might still be missing heading into the portal window.

Tap in, Cards fans!

02:00 – Spring Game Atmosphere

06:30 – Miller Moss Breakdown: Smart Passes, Leadership, Expectations

08:30 – Offensive Identity: Comparing Past Seasons’ Styles

10:00 – Run Game Dominance: Isaac Brown, Duke Watson & the RB Room

12:00 – Depth, Surprises & Missing Pieces on the O-Line

14:00 – QB’s: Deuce Adams, Backup Battles & Play Calling

16:00 – WR Room Review: Lacy Breaks Out, Portal Needs?

22:30 – Secondary Standouts

25:00 – Cooper Ranvier Shoutout

27:00 – Portal Losses: Austin Collins & JoJo Stone

31:00 – Transfer Wishlist: WR & TE Targets + Dream Gets

36:00 – Final Thoughts: Offseason Plans & What’s Next

#LouisvilleFootball #GoCards #502

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The State of Louisville is your home for comprehensive coverage of the state of our city, its hometown teams, and its unique culture. Louisville sports culture is deeply woven into what makes this city special, where a pro city feel meets a college town vibe. Delivering the best in Louisville sports, news, and everything in between, we bring unique coverage to an uncompromising city.

In a city where fans are passionate and diverse, yet united as a tight-knit community, we’re committed to providing coverage that cuts to the core of what makes Louisville unique. Whether you’re a lifelong Louisvillian or just stopping by, The State of Louisville is for anyone who appreciates the city’s rich history and fervent sports culture.

Tune in to stay connected to the pulse of the city and all things 502!

The State of Louisville is the home of 3 podcasts covering University of Louisville sports and beyond.

From The Pink Seats (Louisville Football Coverage)

Starting Five02 (Louisville Basketball Coverage)

3rd & Central (Louisville Baseball Coverage)

“Louisville is a place with no labels. It’s not the South, it’s not Chicago, and you don’t think of it as you think of New York or LA. It has some Southern romanticism to it, but also a Northern progressivism, this weird urban island in the middle of the state of Kentucky that has always provided a fertile, often dark, bed. For us, Louisville and the surrounding areas are the center of massive creativity and massive weirdness.” –Jim James