Brohm said Monday he had an opportunity to "get a good position in the draft," but decided he wanted to come back for his senior season and try to lead his hometown school "to greater heights."

"We've accomplished a lot of great things and there are still some things we can accomplish," he said, adding he made his decision Saturday night.

Another quarterback prospect -- University of Hawaii's Colt Brennan -- submitted his papers to the NFL -- but hasn't made up his mind. The NFL allows 72 hours to rescind a decision.

Brohm threw for 3,049 yards and 16 touchdowns for the Cardinals in 2006 while helping Louisville to a 12-1 record, a Big East title and a win in the Orange Bowl. Louisville finished sixth in the final Associated Press poll, tied for the highest final ranking in school history.

Brohm's decision caps a tumultuous week for one of the nation's hottest programs. Coach Bobby Petrino resigned eight days ago to coach the Atlanta Falcons and running back Michael Bush chose to enter the NFL draft rather than accept a medical redshirt.

New coach Steve Kragthorpe met with Brohm several times since accepting the job on Tuesday in an attempt to get Brohm to remain at the school he help put on the map.

Kragthorpe said he looked forward to spending a year coaching the prize quarterback.

"I think it makes a huge statement about his commitment, not only to this program but to the city of Louisville," he said. "...He's going to lead this team to great things and great heights."

Brohm said after Louisville's regular-season finale last month he expected to return, but wavered in the days leading to the Orange Bowl. He called the idea of coming back next fall "appealing" after throwing for 311 yards in Louisville's 24-13 win over Wake Forest, but said he'd weigh all the factors before making a final decision.