The Upper Deck

Grant and Matt discuss the latest portal additions for the Cards and why Mark Pope must be the weirdest coach in sports.

Matt and Grant break down the chances of getting some heavy portal players and update on the Josh Heird vs jeff Brohm Drama.

Matt and Grant break down the upcoming transfer portal and the Jeff Brohm vs Josh Heird debacle.

Matt and Grant give their opinions on the season and what they want to see from Pat Kelsey moving forward.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant break the Mikel Brown news and preview the Louisville vs USF matchup.

Matt and Grant break down their brackets and talk some UK Turmoil in the basketball AND football Landscape.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant give their thoughts on the win over Miami and Louisville's opportunity in the ACC Tournament. They go on to give their predictions for all the conference winners as well as preview the matchup against SMU!Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant give their takes on the matchup against Miami and look across the league with more college basketball news.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt, Grant, and Roman discuss Lorenzo Mauldin’s surprising retirement , replacements for him, and more additions on the offensive side of the ball!

Matt, Grant, & Roman breakdown the massive rule changes in the UFL this year and listen to Coach Redman’s thoughts on those changes.

Matt and Grant breakdown the malpractice of coaching that was Louisville's matchup against UNC.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt, Grant, and Roman discuss the recent uniform announcement around the league as well as betting lines opening up for week one and futures!

Matt and Grant debate whether NBA All-Star Weekend — especially the NBA All-Star Game — still has any real legitimacy or if it’s lost its edge.Then they preview Louisville Cardinals men's basketball vs Baylor Bears men's basketball, breaking down key matchups and what the Cards must do to win.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant get to sit down and talk with Chris Redman about roster changes and how the team looks going forward!

Matt and Grant react to Mikel Brown and Ryan Conwell’s historic night against NC State and what it means for Louisville moving forward. They also dive into the latest Charles Bediako updates and discuss North Dakota State joining the Mountain West — and what it means for conference realignment.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt And Grant discuss Louisville’s latest win over ND and what is means for the team moving forward as well as our Super Bowl Predictions and a short preview of the Three Man Front this Thursday at 5:30!

Grant and Matt are back to break it all down. The guys react to Louisville’s tough loss to Duke, what went wrong, and what it means moving forward. They also take a first look at Louisville football’s upcoming schedule, highlighting key games and early thoughts on the path ahead. Plus, a run around the rest of college basketball with the latest headlines and storylines, and a check-in on what’s happening across the NFL as the season heats up. Plenty to cover—tap in.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back to break it all down. The guys react to and recap the CFP National Championship, dive into the latest news surrounding Charles Bediako and what it means for Louisville moving forward, and close the show by previewing the matchup against Virginia Tech. What to watch for, key matchups, and expectations heading into a big one for the Cards.Make sure you listen to us on 96.1 FM/1450 AM Big X Sports Radio on Thursday's from 5:30 Pm - 6:30 PM!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back with another packed episode as they break down Louisville’s brutal performance against Virginia and what went wrong on both ends of the floor. From there, they turn the page and preview the upcoming matchup against Pitt, diving into key matchups, concerns, and what the Cards need to do to bounce back. To close things out, the guys lock in their picks for the NFL Divisional Round and debate who’s heading to Championship Weekend.BIG NEWS FOR THE UPPER DECK!! Don’t miss this oneMusic by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant break down Louisville football’s early success in the transfer portal, highlighting the key additions and what they mean for the Cards moving forward. They also dive into the growing uneasiness surrounding Mikel Brown’s status and what it could signal for the program, before wrapping up with a discussion on London Johnson losing his redshirt season and how that impacts roster depth and future planning.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant breakdown the embarrassing performance against Duke.

Matt and Grant are back to break down a hectic first day of the College Football Playoff transfer portal opening, reacting to early movement, surprises, and what it could mean nationally and for Louisville. The guys then preview the CFP semifinals, diving into key matchups, storylines, and how each game could unfold. To wrap things up, they turn their focus back to the Cards with a full preview of Louisville vs. Stanford, breaking down what Louisville needs to do to take care of business and finish strong.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Who could Louisville's QB be going forward? Matt and Grant are back with another loaded episode. The guys open with transfer portal talks and what it means for Louisville, then move into UL vs. Cal predictions along with some broader college basketball discussion. From there, they dive into the future of the NCAA, breaking down its ties to Congress and how that relationship could shape NIL moving forward, before wrapping things up with a look at the 49ers and Patriots playoff outlook.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant break down Louisville’s ongoing struggles against physical teams, dive into the latest Jeff Brohm rumors and what they could mean for the program, and react to the Wooden Award watchlist and where the Cards fit into the national picture.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant hit on Michigan’s head-coach scandal, Kentucky’s rough JMI deal, and the latest updates from Louisville vs. Georgia. They wrap up with a quick preview of this weekend’s matchup against Memphis State.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back to break down another chaotic week in college football and basketball — and yes, Louisville fans, there’s plenty to talk about.(3:21) — CFP Reactions: Did the committee get it right? Spoiler: probably not.(16:30) — NET Rankings Drop: First rankings are here and we’ve got thoughts (good, bad, and Kentucky-adjacent petty).(23:30) — Louisville vs Arkansas: A physical matchup, what we learned, and why this team may be better than people think.(31:10) — Louisville vs Indiana Preview: Rivals, bad blood, and what Louisville has to do to come out on top.(50:00) — Bowl Announcement: The Cards are officially headed to the Boca Raton Bowl on December 23 to face Tulane — instant reactions, expectations, and travel talk.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back with a loaded episode covering another wild week in college sports. We kick things off with the coaching carousel heating up and what the Will Stein hiring means for the landscape. Then we dive into the drama swirling around Ole Miss and Lane Kiffin before breaking down the first release of the NCAA NET rankings. We wrap things up with a full preview of Louisville’s matchup against Arkansas and what the Cards need to do to handle business.Timestamps(1:00) – Will Stein hiring & the coaching carousel(25:00) – Ole Miss vs. Lane Kiffin drama(31:00) – First NET rankings reaction(52:00) – Louisville vs. Arkansas previewMusic by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

UL does the SWEEP. F*** Em.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

The guys open with a full breakdown of what the Cards must do to beat Kentucky on Saturday — matchups, adjustments, and the exact blueprint for a rivalry win. Then they shift to Wednesday’s showdown with Arkansas and what that game means for momentum heading into the weekend. To wrap things up, they dive into their thoughts on the Players Era Festival: the format, the storylines, and whether it actually helps college hoops or just adds chaos.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back with another heated, Louisville-leaning breakdown of the week in college hoops.[25:00] Louisville vs. Cincinnati BasketballThe guys dive into UL’s matchup with Cincy, breaking down what went right, what needs tightening up, and why the Cards showed flashes of what this team can become. Expect some unapologetic Louisville slant here — just the way you like it.[48:00] Kentucky & Mark Pope TalkTo close things out, Matt and Grant take a look down the road at Kentucky and the early noise around Pope’s program. From recruiting chatter to stylistic questions, nothing is off-limits.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Beat UK EMERGENCY POD!Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back and they kick things off with Louisville’s matchup against Cal — the highs, the lows, and what the Cards need to clean up moving forward. Then they turn their attention to the hardwood for an early preview of the much-anticipated UK vs. Louisville basketball battle, with plenty of Cardinal confidence and a few digs at the Cats.Timestamps:(4:00) — UofL Football vs. Cal Breakdown(17:00) — UK vs. Louisville Basketball Preview (Cardinal Edition)Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back with another packed episode breaking down the latest in college sports and chaos. They kick things off by trying to understand why Kentucky fans are the way they are (3:00), before diving into a full breakdown of Jacksonville State vs. Louisville (18:00). Then, they react to Stokes’ surprising withdrawal from high school (40:00) and preview Louisville’s upcoming showdown with Cal on the gridiron (51:00). Finally, they wrap things up with everyone’s favorite segment — the Helmet Bet of the Week (1:06:00).It’s another classic mix of analysis, laughs, and hot takes — don’t miss it.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back breaking down a winning weekend for the Cards as Louisville football takes care of Virginia Tech and Louisville basketball cruises past South Carolina State in their opener. The guys talk about what they liked, what still needs work, and who stood out on both sides of the ball and the court. Then, they wrap things up with a heated rant about Myles Turner and why Matt’s officially labeling him a coward.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back breaking down a busy week for Louisville basketball. They start with a recap of the Cards’ matchup against Boston College, then dive into exhibition talk with Kansas and Bucknell. The guys wrap things up with an early look at the ACC schedule and Grant’s always unpredictable picks of the week.Timestamps:🕐 (05:00) – Boston College vs. Louisville⏱️ (22:30) – Kansas vs. Louisville🏀 (35:00) – Bucknell vs. Louisville📅 (1:00:00) – ACC Schedule Breakdown💰 (1:15:00) – Grant’s Picks of the WeekMusic by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant kick things off with a breakdown of Louisville vs. Miami (5:00), dive into the legacy and latest from Tom Izzo (45:00), shift gears for some NBA talk (1:07:00), and close things out with Grant’s picks of the week (1:24:00)Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back breaking down Mark Stoops’ move to Virginia Tech and what it means for Kentucky. We dive into UK’s NIL situation, recap Oklahoma State vs. Auburn and other early hoops exhibitions, preview Louisville vs. Miami, and wrap it up with our Helmet Bet of the Week.Time Stamps:(10:00) – Stoops to Virginia Tech: What it means for Kentucky(16:00) – UK’s NIL situation and what needs to change(31:00) – Oklahoma State vs. Auburn & early exhibition game takeaways(40:00) – Miami vs. Louisville pregame breakdown(59:00) – Helmet Bet of the Week 🎯Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant dive into the shocking Penn State coaching change and what it means for the Nittany Lions moving forward. Then, the guys break down the preseason AP Top 25 for college basketball — who’s overrated, who’s slept on, and which teams are ready to make noise come March. To wrap things up, we debut a brand-new segment: Grant’s Picks of the Week — and trust us, his selections might just surprise you.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Grant and Matt dive into the wild world of college football drama — from Jaxon Dart and Cam Skattebo’s Pitbull-esque antics (“Mr. Worldwide!” energy on full display) to the growing chaos around college players getting caught betting. Then, we wrap it all up with our Helmet Bet of the Week, where bragging rights — and maybe our sanity — are on the line.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant dive deep into a brutal overtime loss to Virginia — what went wrong, who deserves blame, and how this impacts Louisville’s season going forward. Then they pivot to game-changing news off the field: Louisville is getting a professional UFL team in 2026. What does that mean for the city, for Cardinals football, and for the future of spring football in Kentucky?(01:00) Louisville vs Virginia Breakdown(36:00) UFL Expansion

This week on the podcast, Matt and Grant dive deep into the big ACC showdown as Louisville takes on No. 24 Virginia. We break down the matchups, parse the lines, and make our bold predictions — including the all-important helmet bet (you know the one).Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant are back to break down a loaded sports weekend. We kick things off with the Reds’ push into the postseason and what it means for Cincinnati’s future. Then we shift gears to the Ryder Cup, giving our thoughts on the matchups, momentum swings, and who has the edge. Finally, we dive into Louisville’s showdown with Pitt and what’s on the line for the Cards as conference play heats up.Time Stamps:(04:00) Reds Postseason Talk(08:20) Ryder Cup Finish(35:00) Louisville Vs Pitt DiscussionMusic by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant break down Louisville’s matchup against Bowling Green and what it means for the Cards moving forward. From there, we dive into the ACC’s uncertain future and why Louisville must keep pushing for a seat at the table in either the Big Ten or SEC. To wrap things up, we turn to the world stage with the Ryder Cup this weekend, giving our predictions and what we expect to see play out.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant dive into the latest AP poll, share their updated Heisman favorites, and react to Pat Kelsey’s bold “Point Guard U” comment (and why UK fans will never get the joke). They wrap things up with this week’s Helmet Bet and explain why Gemini just might hold the answer.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingTime Stamps:(06:30) Point Guard U(24:00) AP Poll Discussion(41:00) Heisman Update(59:00) Helmet Bet

This week we’re rolling through the bye with plenty to cover — from Louisville’s week off and how it sets the stage for the rest of the season, to our not-so-pretty betting streak that’s got us rethinking strategy. We also break down the latest Ryder Cup buzz before wrapping it up with how fired up we are to have Louisville football back in action.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant break down Louisville’s matchup against JMU, dive into all the biggest storylines from Week 1 in the NFL, and wrap it up with this week’s signature Helmet Bet.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Matt and Grant dive into the Kawhi Leonard scandal and everything surrounding it, break down this week’s helmet bet, and wrap things up with a full preview of Louisville’s matchup against JMU.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingTime Stamps:(01:00) NBA Talk(15:00) Helmet Bet(30:00) Louisville JMU Preview

We’re back recapping the first weekend of college football! From big surprises to early statement wins, we break down all the action and what it means moving forward. Then we dive deep into Louisville’s opener against EKU—running through the pros, the cons, and what the Cards need to sharpen up before Week 2.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingTime Stamps:CFB Week 1 Recap (05:20)Cards vs EKU (38:00)

Matt and Grant are back breaking down their nearly spot-on Ryder Cup predictions, diving into the shockwaves from the Micah Parsons trade, and setting expectations for Louisville football’s season. Plus, Week 2 brings another helmet bet you won’t want to miss.Music by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingOutro By: Wolfmother - Joker And The Thiefhttps://youtu.be/Nr0SqIAFohk?si=8PNeFGnoL64FVkID

Matt and Grant are back breaking down all things college football, from the chaos of conference realignment to the early-season storylines that already have us fired up. We roll out our very first helmet bet of the season and, of course, crown this week’s Coward of the Week.Time Stamps:(04:00) Coward of the Week(25:00) College Football Talk(51:00) Helmet BetMusic by: Quinn CohanSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/qrcode502?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing