Louisville's offensive plan at the 2024 Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl behind first-time starting quarterback Harrison Bailey was simple, and in December college football, simple plans are usually the best.

Quarterback Harrison Bailey wasn’t perfect, but his three TD passes and a late stop were enough to help Louisville defeat Washington in the Sun Bowl.

After Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough opted out of the Sun Bowl, Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm named Harrison Bailey as the starter.

Louisville was celebrating a nine-win season and its first three-game winning streak to finish a season since 2013.

Capping off year two under head coach Jeff Brohm with a showdown against Washington in the Sun Bowl, the Cardinals were able to withstand a furious fourth quarter comeback attempt, coming out on top with a thrilling 35-34 victory on Tuesday at Sun Bowl Stadium.

Harrison Bailey threw for three touchdowns and Caullin Lacy scored twice as Louisville hung on to beat Washington 35-34 in the Sun Bowl.

The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl has featured many improbable endings. The 2024 version fits right in and, in terms of drama and excitement, ranks as one of the greatest Sun Bowls ever. At the end of one of the biggest shootouts in the 91 years of the game,

The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl has featured many improbable endings, and how the 2024 version unfolded fits right in. At the end of one of the biggest shootouts in the 91 years of the Sun Bowl, Louisville escaped with a 35-34 victory because of a brilliant defensive play from Antonio Watts.