Catching Up on Louisville Football’s 2025 Recruiting Class
Jeff Brohm and his team are finalizing their high school recruits, so it’s a great time to check in on the current commitments in Louisville’s 2025 football class. With 31 seniors and 20 juniors exiting the program, the staff will again prioritize the transfer portal, leaving a limited number of scholarships for high school talent.
While Louisville has faced challenges landing top-tier talent for this class, they have secured several players who fit their system well. Additionally, there are some promising developmental prospects who, with time, could make significant contributions. However, the overall class still falls short of the standards needed for Louisville to compete at the highest level in their conference. Striking a balance between high school recruiting and portal acquisitions will be crucial moving forward.
Below, I break down the offensive side of the class. Stay tuned for a look at the defensive side soon.
Mason Mims – Quarterback
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It’s easy to see why the staff targeted Mason Mims as the quarterback for this class. He possesses outstanding size and his mechanics are top-notch for a high school prospect. Mims demonstrates the ability to make nearly every throw, with a particularly impressive deep ball and well-paced out routes and comebacks.
Jeff Brohm and his team have discovered a gem in Mims, and his rising rankings this spring validate their assessment. Despite increased interest from other teams, there have been no indications that Mims will flip his commitment, unlike Jake Cook, who switched to Ohio State. Mims seems solid with UofL and could potentially compete for the backup role as a freshman.
Jordan Allen – Wide Receiver
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Jeff Brohm had great success with Rondale Moore at Purdue, and you can see shades of Moore in Jordan Allen’s highlights. Standing at 5-7 and weighing 170 pounds, Allen might have been rated higher if he were taller. Despite his size, many top schools showed interest, but Allen and the Cards shared a strong mutual interest.
Allen’s speed is notable, but his quickness and ability to make defenders miss at full speed are his best assets. Given UofL’s need to retool nearly every position group next year, Allen might get an early chance to play as a returner or in the slot.
Gradey Anthony – Offensive Line
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Jeff Brohm values tall and long offensive linemen, and Anthony fits this profile perfectly. Listed at 6-5 and 261 pounds, Anthony appears more robust on film. He likely needs to add upper body mass, but his skills are somewhat challenging to assess as he plays against smaller opponents in a system that doesn’t highlight his athleticism.
Anthony, a local prospect, seems to be a true “project” player. While it’s good to see local recruits, Anthony might have been a player to recruit later if there was an open spot.
Jaylin Brown – Running Back
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Brown is a north-and-south runner with good speed, making him a promising college prospect. His violent running style, speed, and power are standout traits. All his movements are intense, a characteristic of great backs.
UofL has successfully targeted and secured the running backs they want, with Brown committing shortly after receiving his offer. Following the trend of Isaac Brown and Keyjuan Brown, Jaylin Brown looks solid with the Cards, potentially leading to a backfield trio of Browns next year.
Grant Houser – Tight End
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Jeff Brohm has a track record of developing tight ends, and Grant Houser fits the mold. At 6-5 and 230 pounds, Houser has great size for the position and a frame that should develop well in college. While he is a good blocker, his highlights don’t show much athleticism. However, Brohm has had success with big tight ends who weren’t flashy athletes, so Houser could have an impact.
Houser received an offer from Indiana after committing to UofL but does not have many Power-4 offers. His size alone could make him a contributor down the line, and with Louisville not needing immediate help at tight end, Houser could develop into a valuable player in the future.
Stay tuned for the breakdown of the defensive side of the class, coming soon.
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