Louisville makes move for Jackson State WR transfer Shane Hooks
Cardinals extend scholarship offer to one of the top rated remaining players in the transfer portal
Naturally, there’s been buzz in Louisville about the possibility of adding former Purdue standout Milton Wright to the roster for next season after the local product recently entered the transfer portal.
That may still be a possibility, but Jeff Brohm’s Cardinals extended an offer to another transfer portal receiver, Jackson State standout Shane Hooks, on Wednesday.
The 6’4 Hooks led Jackson State in receptions, receiving yards and touchdown receptions last season and 247Sports ranks him the 11th-best remaining transfer in the portal.
“(I’m) blessed and thankful to receive an opportunity to play for Louisville,” Hooks tweeted.
Hooks’ recruitment has been and interesting one, as is the timing of Louisville’s offer. Here’s why:
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