2023 Governor's Cup: Our Louisville vs. Kentucky football preview coverage ahead of game
The Louisville Cardinals and the Kentucky Wildcats will meet again on the gridiron to assert which university has the best football program in the Bluegrass State.
This year's matchup will take place at L&N Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 25, at 12 p.m. EST.
As we publish additional stories, this page will be updated.
What is the Governor's Cup? A brief history
Although the University of Louisville and University of Kentucky started their football rivalry in 1912, they have met only 25 times due to a 70-year hiatus from 1924–94. In 1994, the Governor's Cup was officially introduced.
The most valuable player in the game is awarded the Howard Schnellenberger MVP Award. Schnellenberger played for Kentucky from 1952–56 and was the Louisville football head coach from 1985–94. Schnellenberger, a Paul "Bear" Bryant Lifetime Achievement Award recipient (2021), died on March 27, 2021.
The Wildcats lead the all-time series, 19-15, but the Cardinals have a 15-13 edge since the rivalry resumed 29 years ago.
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Governor's Cup insights
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Louisville football news:
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Plan of attack:How U of L can reclaim Governor's Cup after stumbling in recent games vs. UK
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COLUMN:Jeff Brohm leading Louisville to first ACC title game is worth celebration
College Football Playoff:Louisville enters Governor's Cup at No. 10 in rankings
Kentucky football news:
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'That's 100% on us': Kentucky offense takes blame; takeaways from loss to South Carolina
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