News:Eli Rogers had four catches for 62 yards in the Cardinal win over Florida in the Sugar Bowl on Wednesday.
Analysis:Eli Rogers, a sophomore, came on strong in the second half of the season. In the last seven games, he had 35 catches for 400 yards and three touchdowns. He should be a nice pick in Big East leagues next year as a junior.
Louisville's Rogers Makes Seven Receptions for 72 Yards
News:Eli Rogers had seven catches for 72 yards Saturday in the triple-overtime loss to Connecticut.
Analysis: The sophomore from Miami has been more productive in the Cardinals two losses (17 catches for 169 yards) than their nine wins (21 catches for 218 yards). He has four touchdowns on the season.
Louisville's Rogers Looks to Continue Strong Finish vs. UConn
News:Eli Rogers had four receptions for 23 yards against Connecticut last year.
Analysis:Eli Rogers has 20 catches in his last four games including a career-high 10 catches for 97 yards in the loss to Syracuse on Nov. 10. He has scored touchdowns in three of the last four games.
News:Eli Rogers had a season-high 10 receptions for 97 yards and a touchdown Saturday against Syracuse.
Analysis:Eli Rogers has scored in three of the Cardinals' last four games and his 10 receptions equaled his total from the last three weeks. The Cardinals faced a huge deficit and had to go pass-heavy, which led to Rogers' big game.
News:Eli Rogers had four receptions for 47 yards a touchdown with one minute and 35 seconds remaining to lift the Cardinals to their seventh win on Saturday.
Analysis:Eli Rogers had not had more than one reception in any of his last four games. Rogers went to high school with Teddy Bridgewater, so he has his quarterback's trust. That trust came into play on Saturday in the game-winning drive. Look for more of Rogers in future Big East games.
News: Louisville wide receivers Eli Rogers and DeVante Parker both played well in the Cardinals' 34-24 win over USF. Rogers caught four passes for 84 yards while Parker caught three passes for 42 yards and two touchdowns.
Analysis: Outside of tight end Josh Chichester and wide receiver Josh Bellamy, the Cardinals will return all the key components of their passing game. The upcoming bowl game (and practices) should serve as a springboard for this young team.