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(Photo/University of Louisville) Jerry Lawson has seen success at the University of Louisville over his first couple of games since transferring to the ACC school following two seasons at Abilene Christian University. The former Buckaroo was on the sidelines during the Bucks’ game Friday, Sept. 12.
Former Breckenridge Buckaroo football standout Jerry Lawson has officially suited up for the University of Louisville, continuing a remarkable football journey that began in a small town and unfolds on the national stage.
After two seasons at Abilene Christian University following his graduation from Breckenridge High School in 2023, Lawson transferred to Louisville in December. He quickly earned a spot on the depth chart and was listed as second-string defensive tackle behind Rene Konga on the official depth chart ahead of the Cardinals’ opening matchup Saturday, Aug. 30 against Eastern Kentucky.
In that opening game, Lawson made his debut late in the first half, recording a tackle assist with Louisville cruising to a 41-7 lead. In the Cardinals’ recent game Friday, Sept. 5 against James Madison University, Lawson tallied three total tackles (two solo), including a half tackle for loss and a shared sack–early signs that the former Buckaroo is finding his footing in the FBS ranks.
Lawson was in attendance at the Buckaroos’ game against the Cisco Loboes at Buckaroo Stadium Friday, Sept. 12, during his bye week. He stood on the Bucks’ sideline with the current players on his former team to cheer them on.
The Cardinals are currently on a bye this week, but Lawson and Louisville will return to action Saturday, Sept. 20, against Bowling Green University, with kickoff set for 11 a.m. The game will be broadcast on the ACC Network and also stream on the ESPN app.
