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A grand jury indicted Texas resident Brian S. Mandel for alleged threats directed at Louisville football executive Jeff Brohm, his family, quarterback Miller Moss and others.
The Louisville Courier Journal, citing court documents, reported that Mandel was indicted on multiple counts of second-degree terroristic threats and a separate charge of attempted extortion.
A Jefferson Circuit Court judge issued a warrant for Mandel’s arrest. As of Tuesday evening, he had not been taken into custody. Court records show his bond was set at $100,000.
The alleged extortion charge stems from Mandel possibly trying to “obtain property valued at $10,000 or more” from Moss by “threatening bodily harm,” according to court documents.
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Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm looks on before the game against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on Nov. 1, 2025 in Blacksburg, Va. (Brian Bishop/Imagn Images)
Louisville offensive coordinator Brian Brohm, Jeff’s relative, was among those allegedly attacked by Mandel. A copy of the indictment showed that the threats were made between 8 and 9 November.
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Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm looks on before a game against the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on October 17, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
An unnamed university police officer is listed as the complaining witness. A motive for the alleged crimes remains unclear. A detailed narrative was also not included in the indictment.
An athletics department spokesman said the university will remain in communication with authorities throughout the investigation. “We commend law enforcement for their swift and decisive action in this matter,” read a statement from the media relations department. “Threats of violence have no place in our society or in sport, and we will continue to work closely with the authorities to ensure a safe environment for all.”
A Louisville Cardinals helmet sits on the sideline during the college football game against the California Golden Bears on Nov. 8, 2025, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville, Ky. (Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“The safety and well-being of our students, staff and community remains our highest priority,” the statement continued. “Our student-athletes and coaches deserve to compete, learn and grow without fear. We are committed to supporting them and reinforcing the values of respect, integrity and accountability that define our program.”
Pending an arrest, Mandel is scheduled to appear in court on November 17.
