Football

Sep 27, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal tight end Sam Roush (86) runs for a touchdown during the second quarter against San Jose State Spartans safety Larry Turner-Gooden (3) at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Two Stanford players will be looking to improve their draft stock at the combine on Friday

Football

Two Stanford players will be looking to improve their draft stock at the combine on Friday

Recent Articles

Oct 27, 2018; Stanford, CA, USA; General view of the Stanford Cardinal helmet during the first quarter against the Washington State Cougars at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford's defense could take a big step forward with these recent additions to the coaching staff

Sep 22, 2019; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive backs coach Kris Richard on the sidelines during the game against the Miami Dolphins at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

Football

The new era of Stanford football is going to include some key changes to the defense, if Kris Richard's history is any indication

Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; American wide receiver Barion Brown (6) of LSU battle for a pass with American cornerback Collin Wright (6) of Stanford during American Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford will be without some key pieces in 2026, but which members will they miss the most this Fall?

Jan 1, 2013; Pasadena, CA, USA; Wisconsin Badgers defensive back Devin Smith (10) tackles Stanford Cardinal tight end Zach Ertz (86) during the 2013 Rose Bowl game at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Stanford has long been Tight End U, so where does Zach Ertz rank among the tight ends that have played on The Farm?

White Stanford helmet with red lettering

Football

Stanford football has made some big additions for the program ahead of the 2026 campaign. Here are the ones that stand out the most.

Oct 20, 2019; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive backs coach Kris Richard on the sidelines in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford has been hard at work bringing in the right coaches for this program. Here are three players that new coordinator Kris Richard could impact the most.

Oct 20, 2019; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive backs coach Kris Richard prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images

Football

This could be the boost that the Stanford football program has been looking for.

Football

San Francisco Giants legend Buster Poster recently compared himself to Stanford's Andrew Luck

Jul 29, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Stanford Cardinal helmet during Pac-12 Media Day at Novo Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford football has made a pair of big promotions to the support staff of the program.

Nov 4, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; Stanford Cardinal helmet sit on the sideline during a game against the Washington State Cougars at Martin Stadium. The Cougars won 24-21. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford is already lining up non-conference games against familiar foes for years down the road.

Cardinal in the NFL

The New York Jets could be all over this former Cardinal

Jul 22, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Stanford tight end Sam Roush answers questions from the media during ACC Media Days at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford's Sam Roush figures to be a sought after player in the NFL Draft. Here are three teams that could be after him.

Football

Stanford continues to bring in experienced coaches to surround new head coach Tavita Pritchard

Football

After a surprising retirement from the Indianapolis Colts, it took some time for Stanford's Andrew Luck to regain his love of the game.

Sep 27, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal tight end Sam Roush (86) stiff arms San Jose State Spartans linebacker Noah McNeal-Franklin (9) during the first quarter at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Football

Where Stanford's Sam Roush ranks on the tight end draft board, what scouts are saying, and how he stacks up against the competing come draft day

Feb 2, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; Andrew Luck speaks during the Bay Area host committee press conference at the Super Bowl LX media center at the Moscone Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford has been in a tough spot in the NIL era, and GM Andrew Luck discussed some of those difficulties this week

Oct 25, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Stanford Cardinal interim head coach Frank Reich watches from the sideline against the Miami Hurricanes during the third quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

The New York Jets are bringing in a former Stanford head coach to fill a key position

Jun 9, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper (81) runs after the catch during minicamp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Stanford is no stranger to Super Bowl festivities, and this week they'll play host to the New England Patriots.

October 12, 2007; Toronto, ON, Canada; Montreal Alouettes wide receiver (85) Brian Bratton returns a kick-off as Toronto Argonauts defensive back (25) Leron Mitchell gives chase during the second quarter of a game at the Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Photo By John Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford football continues to bring in coaches with plenty of experience to help support first-year head coach Tavita Pritchard

Nov 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Stanford Cardinal head coach Frank Reich with his players in the third quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Football

After helping Stanford take a step forward in 2025, their former head coach may be headed to the New York Jets.

Jan 8, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jamey Mosley (16) celebrates with his team after they defeated the Georgia Bulldogs in the 2018 CFP national championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford has made another key addition for 2026, this time to the coaching staff

November 30, 2012; Stanford, CA, USA; Stanford Cardinal head coach David Shaw (center) poses for a photo with his children Carter Shaw (left) and Keegan Shaw (right) after the Pac-12 Championship game against the UCLA Bruins at Stanford Stadium. The Cardinal defeated the Bruins 27-24. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee/Image of Sport-Imagn Images

Football

Stanford football is adding another WR option, this time from UCLA. This particular option has strong ties to the Cardinal.

Jan 3, 1971; San Francisco, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; San Francisco 49ers quarterback John Brodie (12) in action against the Dallas Cowboys during the 1970 NFC Championship Game at Kezar Stadium. The Cowboys defeated the 49ers 17-10. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Brodie made his name on the gridiron at Stanford and in the NFL, but his career was much more vast than just football.

Football

Stanford and new head coach Tavita Pritchard will be tested early and often in 2026.