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Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Townsend puts it together for Stanford in 91-73 win over Rice

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Stanford Cardinal runs away with a win over the Rice Owls at Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto on Mon Nov 9, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal X photo)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 Michael not even close Monday night as the Stanford Cardinal right out of the gate jump all over the Rice Owls (1-2) with a first half lead 45-29.

#2 A little closer in the second half as the Owls improved on offense and defense as Stanford got the edge with a 46-44 second half score.

#3 The Owls did close the gap in the second half after trailing by some 30 points and Stanford won it by 18 points 91-73.

#4 The Cardinal improve to 3-0 and you were talking about the kind of night that Nick Thompson was having with a team leading 31 points.

#5 It’s off to UNLV and the Runnin Rebels this Friday night in Vegas. The Rebels are 2-0. The Rebels defeated Samford Bulldogs (1-1) Saturday night 88-79. Stanford is coming off their third win in a row and the Rebels have the home floor how do you see this match up Friday night?

Michael Roberson does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal game wrap: Cardinal trapped the Golden Grizzlies 81-63, Friday Night on the Farm

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Nick Towsend Stanford Cardinal forward (42) takes a shot against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies forward Belal El Shakery (24) at Maples Pavilion in :Palo Alto on Fri Nov 6, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal photo)

By Michael Roberson

STANFORD, Calif. — Behind Senior forward Nick Townsend’s 25 points, the Stanford Cardinal (2-0) handled the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (0-2) 81-63 on the home court of Maples Pavilion Friday night.

Stanford got on the scoreboard first on a basket by senior forward/center Aidan Cammann. However, that immediate lead was combated by the Golden Grizzlies, on a three point shot. Early in the first half was a competitive battle.

Oakland managed to lead by as many as four points, a little more than five minutes into the game. The Cardinal led by as many as ten points from their strategic side of things. There were three ties and four lead changes during the initial 20 minutes of play.

Both teams made runs of significant amounts of points and shot similar percentages from the three main positions on the floor. Stanford shot 42% from the field, 27% from beyond the arc, and a perfect 100% from the charity stripe. Oakland presented 40%, 25%, & also 100% from their respective categories.

One player from each team was able to score at least ten points at recess. Stanford’s Townsend had an impressive line of 11 points, six rebounds and four assists. Oakland’s senior forward Chris Fields Jr. tallied ten points for his Michigan based school.

At the half, Stanford led by five points, 38-33. The game could have gone either way at that juncture of the game, as the Midwest Golden Grizzlies were on a mission on the West Coast in the state known for Golden Bears.

The second half started off with Oaklnd scoring first, and lowering their deficit to three points right away. Stanford did respond rapidly, but Oakland kept fighting, at least early in the stanza. The Golden Grizzlies committed self-inflicting wounds down the stretch of the game.

The visiting squad, who was perfect from the free throw line (7-7) in the first half, missed nine (16-25) in the second half. Although that amount only accounts for half of their final deficit, the timing of the misses were not indicative of the final score.

One instance was when William Kassi was fouled on a made basket at the 17:33 mark. They were down by one point (40-39) with a chance to tie the game for the fourth time. Unfortunately for the Golden Grizzlies, he missed the free throw. They would never get that close again.

About ten minutes later, he was in another ignominious scenario. Stanford’s promotion with a local franchise restaurant, which gives free hamburgers to the fans if the visiting team misses two consecutive free throws. Kassi made the crowd very happy, as he stepped to the line again, and missed both free throw attempts.

Stanford later opened the lead up to 18 points seconds before the final buzzer sounded. The final 18-point score was 81-63. The Maples faithfull were happy for two reasons, a victory and hamburgers for all the fans.

Three players for Stanford reached or eclipsed double digits, The aforementioned Townsend scored 25 points, grabbed eight rebounds, dished out four assists.and snatched four steals. Christian Bliss scored 17 points and also grabbed eight rebounds. Aidan Cammann offered 13 points to the Cardinal.

Oakland presented two hoopers previous criteria, Chris Fields Jr. put up 23 points and six rebounds, while William Kassi gave his team 11 points and six rebounds, in addition to thousands of hamburgers for the patrons inside of Maples.

The Cardinal will next be in action on Monday, November 9, as they host the Rice Owls at 7 PM PT on the ACCNX. The Golden Grizzlies will be heading to Southern California, Saturday November 7, as they take on UC Santa Barbara at I PM PT on ESPN+

Stanford Cardinal game wrap: Cardinal grounded the Eagles 74-65 on their home opener on the Farm

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Stanford Cardinal Aidan Camman (52) throws down against the Eastern Washington Eagles at Maples Pavilion in Palo Alto on Mon Nov 2, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal photo)

By Michael Roberson

STANFORD, Calif. — The Stanford Cardinal (1-0) opened their season with a 74-65 comeback victory over the Eastern Washington Eagles (0-1), Monday Night inside the friendly confines of Maples Pavilion.

Eastern Washington scored the first basket of the contest and led most of the first half (15:3), However, the Cardinal managed to make the best of their minute time in front.

The Eagles from the Great Northwest took control early in the first stanza. As a matter of fact, Eastern Washington led by as many as 13 points, including a 6-0 run in the process. At that point of the game, the Maples faithful were in a daze with a little over six minutes until recess.

However, the Cardinal took it upon themselves to go on an 11-0 run to get within two (28-26) points of the lead. They eventually took the lead (31-30) at the 1:41 mark of the half. They later added three more points, completing a 19-2 run to end the first half, and lead by four points (34-30), after 20 minutes of action.

The first half had five lead changes and three ties. There were also double-digit leads, runs and rebounding by both teams. Only one player reached that plateau individually. Eastern Washington’s senior forward, Alton Hamilton IV scored 10 points, midway through the battle.

The home team shot 48% from the field, 100% from the charity stripe, and an abysmal 17% from beyond the arc. The visitors tally was 43%, 67% and 25% in the same categories.

In the second half, the Cardinal got on the board first with a 3-pointer, immediately extending their lead to seven points. Minutes later, Stanford achieved their largest lead on nine points. Facing their largest deficit, Eastern Washington was not finished battling for a win.

The Eagles went on a 9-0 run to tie the game at 48. Nearly 11 minutes later, Eastern Washington regained the lead, 65-64. Unfortunately for the Eagles, that would be their last points total. Stanford would take the lead back, while scoring 10 straight points to end the game.

After 40 minutes of action, the Cardinal won by nine points, 74-65. Two more lead changes and one tie happened in the second half. The final buzzer ended a game full of action and ebbs and flows.

Five Stanford players scored at least 10 points for the team’s cause. Freshman guard Julius Price led with 17 points, while Aidan Cammann followed with 13 points and Aziz Olajuwon and Nick Townsend both put up 12 points. Freshman guard Isaiah Rogers contributed 10 points,

Only two Eagles fit the same criteria as their counterparts. Senior forward Alton Hamilton IV led all hoopers with 20 points and 9 rebounds, while his teammate Cole Scherer offered 11 points.

The Cardinal will next be in action Friday, November 6 as they host the Oakland Golden Grizzlies at 7 PM PT. The Eagles fly up to the Beaver State on the same date, to take on the Oregon Ducks at 3 PM PT.

Stanford Cardinal podcast with Michael Roberson: Stanford can’t keep up with Louisville offense in 52-24 loss

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Stanford Cardinal quarterback Liam Thorpe (13) gets in the game against the Louisville Cardinals late in the fourth quarter

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

1. How did Stanford quarterback Davis Warren contribute to the Cardinal’s offensive effort against Louisville, including his touchdown passes to Nico Brown and Aiden Black?

2. What impact did wide receiver Aiden Black make with his spectacular 75-yard touchdown reception from Davis Warren?

3. How did Nico Brown contribute to Stanford’s scoring attack with his 41-yard touchdown reception?

4. What role did running back Micah Ford play in Stanford’s ground game, and how did Louisville’s defense limit his effectiveness?

5. How did Stanford’s defense, including players such as Jay Green, Darrius Davis, and Charlie Eckhardt, attempt to contain Louisville’s offense?

#6 It’s Halloween what is the scariest thing you could think of as Stanford hopes to avoid a fourth straight loss as they face down the Virginia Tech on the road Sat Nov 14th?

Michael Roberson does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Stanford looking to extend win streak to three

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Stanford Cardinal wide receiver Caden High (0) reaches up to make a catch against the NC State Wolfpack cornerback Michael Tate (24) at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto on Fri Oct 23, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal photo)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

1. Can Stanford quarterback Davis Warren maintain his passing efficiency against Louisville’s defensive front, led by Micah Carter?

2. Will Stanford running back Micah Ford be able to establish the running game against Louisville linebacker T.J. Capers and the Cardinals’ defense?

3. Can Stanford wide receiver Caden High exploit Louisville’s secondary and make big plays against defensive back Jabari Mack?

4. How will Louisville quarterback Lincoln Kienholz challenge Stanford’s defense, particularly linebackers Tevarua Tafiti and Sam Mattingly?

5. Which running back will have the bigger impact on the game: Stanford’s Micah Ford or Louisville’s Isaac Brown, and how could their performances influence the final score?

Michael Roberson does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal Football podcast Michael Roberson: Stanford picks up third win of last 5 games; Cardinal edges NC State 31-28

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Stanford Cardinal running back Sedtrick Irvin (26) claps his hands regarding the Cardinal recent success against the NC State Wolfpack at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto on Fri Oct 23, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal photo)

Stanford Cardinal Football podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 The Stanford Cardinal have reached the .500 mark at 4-4 with a win over the NC State Wolfpack (3-4) under the Friday night lights at Stanford Stadium.

#2 The win for the Cardinal was their second straight win and third in their last five games their working the curve on retooling their offense and holding off their opponents on defense.

#3 The Cardinal scored two touchdowns in the first quarter a key quarter in the game and scored a touchdown each in the second and third quarters and held off the Wolfpack allowing them four touchdowns but staying in front them all game long.

#4 Stanford quarterback Warren Davis went 22-35 for 303 yards and four touchdowns he pretty much had his way for most of the night.

#5 Next up for the Cardinal it’s off to Louisville and the Louisville Cardinals on Sat Oct 31 for a 12:30pm PDT kickoff. Louisville has won four their last six games and can be a tough customer on their home field next week. it’s the Cardinal and the Cardinals in ACC action how do you see this next game for Stanford.

Michael Roberson covers Stanford Cardinal Football at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Cardinal  protected the Farm from the Wolfpack 31-28, on a cool Friday Night; Warren 4 TDs

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Stanford Cardinal celebrate their win against NC State Wolfpack at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto on Fri Oct 23, 2026 (Stanford Cardinal photo)

By Michael Roberson

STANFORD, Calif. — Quarterback Davis Warren’s four touchdown passes led his Stanford Cardinal (4-4, 2-3 ACC) to victory over the North Carolina Wolfpack (3-4, 2-2 ACC) 31-28, in an Atlantic Coast Conference battle in the Bay Area.

N.C. State began the game as benevolent guests, as they deferred their possession of the ball until the second half.  Despite winning the coin toss, they elected to give the ball to the home team.  That did not work in their immediate favor.

Stanford graciously accepted that gift and parlayed it into an early touchdown.  Less than five minutes into the contest, Davis Warren tossed an 8-yard TD pass to senior WR Nico Brown.  The strategy did not seem to be prudent from the Carolina canines.  The Cardinal led 7-0 at that juncture of the quarter.

The football team from Greater Palo Alto was not satisfied with that score, and put up seven more points on the scoreboard nearly seven minutes later.  Davis threw another TD pass to double their lead, 14-0.  The second strike was for 17 yards and caught by senior running back Sedrick Irvin.

With just over two minutes left in the first quarter, it appeared the Cardinal were about to perform a blowout victory.   CJ Bailey completed a difficult 58-yard TD pass to sophomore running back Deandre Desinor that kept their team in the game, before it got away from them.  After 15 minutes of conference action, NC State cut the deficit in half, 14-7.

Midway through the second quarter, the Wolfpack struck again.  Backup QB Will Wilson scored on a 2-yard keeper.  The game was tied at 14 for nearly seven minutes.  With the stalemate going on, and a momentum shift, Stanford still had the endzone in their sites.  At the :25 mark of the second quarter, Warren threw his third TD pass before recess.  The trilogy TD went to senior WR Caden High.  At the half, Stanford led 21-14.

In the second half, N.C. State was poised to receive the ball from their pregame coin toss victory.  During that drive, the Wolfpack appeared to have tied the game again.  However, their was a flag on the field, denying the touchdown pass.  Offensive Pass Interference was the deflating call.

After that empty opportunity, the Cardinal responded with another touchdown drive.  Warren threw his fourth touchdown pass within three quarters.  The quadruple TD score was five yards to senior WR Nico Brown.  After 45 minutes of gametime action, the lead doubled again, 28-14.

Despite N.C. State’s winning chances looking bleak, they started off the fourth quarter with a touchdown within 10 seconds of the final quadrant.  Will Wilson scored (2 yards) on another QB keeper.  After cutting the lead in half again, the score was 28-21, Stanford.

More than six minutes later, the Cardinal added three more points to their tally, when senior kicker Emmet Kenney booted a 31-yard FG to put Stanford back up by 10 points, 31-21.  The only question left at that time was could the Cardinal hold on to the lead?

With less than two minutes left in the game, the Wolfpack managed to score another touchdown.  CJ Bailey threw a 16-yard TD pass to junior WR Keenan Jackson, to get within three points, 31-28.

Next was the obligatory onside-kick attempt.  Unfortunately for N.C. State, the attempt failed.  Stanford was able to let the clock run out, and they ended the night with a 3-point victory, 31-28.

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Cardinal steamroll Elon 34-7; Snap two game slide

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Stanford Cardinal kicker Emmett Kenny boots one against Elon Phoenix defensive back Remmington Moss (24) at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto on Sat Oct 17, 2026 (AP News photo)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

1. Quarterback Performance: How did Stanford quarterback Davis Warren perform against Elon’s defense in passing yards, touchdown passes, and interceptions?

2. Rushing Attack: How effective was Stanford running back Micah Ford at running the football against the Elon Phoenix defense?

3. Receiving Game: What impact did Stanford wide receiver Caden High have on the game, and how many receptions and receiving yards did he record?

4. Defensive Performance: How did Stanford linebacker Jahsiah Galvan contribute to stopping Elon’s running game and pressuring its quarterback?

5. Overall Team Performance: How did Stanford defensive back Brandon Nicholson and the Cardinal defense perform in limiting Elon’s scoring opportunities, and what were the key plays that influenced the outcome?

Michael Roberson does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford defeats Elon, 34-7, at home

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Micah Ford (20) celebrates after scoring a touchdown at Stanford Stadium against the Elon University Phoenix on Saturday night. (Photo: Stanford Athletics)

By Maggie Akins

Palo Alto, CA — In the first-ever matchup in Stanford football history, the Cardinal beat the Elon Phoenix 34-7 at Stanford Stadium on Saturday evening during their annual Reunion Homecoming game.

Succeeding in striving to create explosive plays on both the run and pass game tonight was also a step forward for the Cardinal offense.

“While it’s good to get a win, there’s plenty to clean up,” head coach Tavita Pritchard said.

The Cardinal entered the matchup looking to prove something on both the offense and defense side of the ball. Following two tough road losses at No. 2 Notre Dame and No. 21 Wake Forest, in which they were outscored 115-10, the Cardinal aimed to return to their fans with a stronger defense. They did just that.

The main focus for the Cardinal for the remainder of their season is to keep their consistency flowing. They saw pieces of that tonight as junior running back Micah Ford brought home four rushing touchdowns and the defensive unit silenced the Phoenix offense to seven points.

The Cardinal offense had their moment thanks to Ford. They tallied their second-highest scoring game of the season with 34 points. Ford ran for 179 yards with four touchdowns, his longest being an 81-yard rushing touchdown in the third quarter. Pritchard gave flowers to the offensive line and Ford for this record-tying evening.

“Indicative of the group. Playing better up front, blocking for him, creating some schemes and him (Ford) seeing it,” Pritchard said. “Hats off to the entire unit, five is one in those combinations, hats off to him too, proud of him, proud of that whole unit.”

“I feel great; it was honestly a team effort, and it shows what we can do along the stretch as long as we execute,” Ford said.

Despite the offense, the defense accomplished the goals they echoed during practice this week.

Pritchard spoke about how he expressed to his squad throughout this week leading up to the matchup that they need to emphasize being gap sound and playing gap control against the Phoenix offense.

Throughout the season, the Cardinal defense has managed to force six turnovers and tally up four sacks this season, along with three interceptions and three fumble recoveries.

Against Phoenix, the Cardinals defense shut down Elon’s receivers, forcing many incomplete passes from TJ Crews IV. Crews IV threw for 52 passing yards, going 8-of-27 on his passing attempts.

To add another W in the win column is just the beginning, however. Now, the Cardinal need to be consistent and carry on with their urge to compete.

The Cardinal scored 14 points in both the second and third quarter, and to have that after half is what Pritchard has been preaching to his team, and it showed on the field tonight.

“That’s what it looks like, that’s what it feels like, to strain, to have the energy, to have focus,” Pritchard said. “Our guys have a willingness and a desire to play hard; sometimes it is just a matter of focus and trying to catch them doing well and pointing that out.”

Up next, the Cardinal will be at home again, hosting NC State on October 23 at 7:30 p.m., streaming on ESPN.

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson: Notre Dame dominates Stanford 58-7; Fighting Irish have Davis running out of pocket all day

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Notre Dame defensive lineman Boubacar Traore (5) sacks Stanford quarterback Davis Warren (8) and forces a fumble on Stanford’s opening drive in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Paul Barnick)

Stanford Cardinal podcast Michael Roberson:

#1 Quarterback performance: How did Stanford quarterback Davis Warren perform against Notre Dame’s defense, and what impact did his interception and lost fumble have on the Cardinal’s offensive momentum?

2. Rushing attack: How did running back Micah Ford contribute to Stanford’s ground game, and what challenges did the Cardinal face in establishing a consistent rushing attack?

3. Receiving production: How did wide receivers Bryce Farrell Blackburn and Caden High contribute to Stanford’s passing game, and what could the offense have done to generate more successful passing plays?

4. Defensive effort: What could Stanford defenders Jaxon Galvan and Sam Mattingly have done differently to help contain Notre Dame’s explosive rushing attack and limit its scoring opportunities?

5. Lessons for the next game: After scoring only seven points against Notre Dame, what adjustments should Stanford head coach Travita Pritchard and players such as Davis Warren, Micah Ford, and Caden High prioritize before their next matchup?

Stanford Cardinal podcasts with Michael Roberson from the are heard at http://www.sportsradioservice.com