The 1962 Louisville Cardinals football team was an

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team that represented the

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as an independent during the

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. In their 17th season under head coach

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, the Cardinals compiled a 6–4 record and outscored opponents by a total of 174 to 173. The team's statistical leaders included John Giles with 1,222 passing yards, Lee Calland with 650 rushing yards and 48 points scored, and Don Hockensmith with 408 receiving yards.

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