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Louisville bounced back in emphatic fashion Friday night at L&N Stadium, overwhelming Villanova 59-13 to collect its first win of the young season. The Cardinals, now 1-1 overall, fired on all cylinders throughout the evening, piling up 635 total offensive yards. While contributions came from everywhere on the roster, a few standout playmakers separated themselves with dominant performances. Handing out virtual helmet stickers to celebrate the victory, three Cardinals earned top honors for leading the charge in this runaway rout. Virtual helmet stickers will be extended following each Louisville win this season. (Article continues below video) HELMET STICKER AWARDS Lincoln Kienholz, Quarterback Kienholz orchestrated the blowout by generating 374 total yards of offense. Efficient through the air, he completed 16 of 21 passes for 332 yards and two touchdowns, including strikes of 69 and 61 yards. He also punished the defense on the ground, adding 42 rushing yards and scoring two touchdowns to power Louisville to a dominant victory. Kienholz is the first player in program history with 300 yards passing in his first two games as a Cardinal. Tre Richardson, Wide Receiver Richardson proved to be the ultimate chain-moving weapon, personally accounting for five Louisville first downs on the night. Four came through the air across his seven receptions for 98 yards, alongside an 11-yard conversion on the ground. Topping all players with 144 all-purpose yards, his dynamic presence on offense and special teams kept drives alive and tilted field position. Lawayne McCoy, Wide Receiver McCoy delivered maximum impact on minimal touches, leading the Cardinals with 102 receiving yards on a perfect three receptions. His explosive playmaking sparked Louisville early, highlighted by a 34-yard catch in the first quarter and an electric 61-yard touchdown reception in the second that broke the game open and put Villanova out of reach.