Cardinal in the NFL

The New York Jets could be all over this former Cardinal

Cardinal in the NFL

The New York Jets could be all over this former Cardinal

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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

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

Aug 16, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; General view of a New York Jets helmet prior to the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Frank Reich enjoyed his time on The Farm, and it is showing.

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

Feb 1, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey during NFC practice at the Flag Fieldhouse Moscone Center South Building. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Former Cardinal Christian McCaffrey is up for numerous awards after a strong year with the San Francisco 49ers

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.

Oct 22, 2015; London, United Kingdom; Buffalo Bills linebackers coach Bobby April III at practice at the Grove hotel in preparation for the NFL International Series game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

The Buffalo Bills are bringing back a familiar face after a decade in the college ranks, most recently with Stanford.

Nov 2, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper (81) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

After playing his college days at Stanford, the New England Patriots Bay Area tight end is looking for his first Super Bowl win

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.

Jan 10, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson (84) reacts after the game against the Carolina Panthers in the NFC Wild Card Round game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Tight End U is located at Stanford. This weekend, two former Stanford football tight ends will battle it out in their respective conferences for a spot in Super

Oct 26, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal tight end Sam Roush (86) breaks a tackle by Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive back Zamari Stevenson (17) during the fourth quarter at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

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Stanford will have a big hole to fill with the departure of one of the best tight ends in the country

Jan 11, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) celebrates his touchdown catch with guard Spencer Burford (74) against the Philadelphia Eagles during the fourth quarter in an NFC Wild Card Round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

The likelihood that yet another former Stanford Cardinal wins a Super Bowl this season feels pretty high.

Jan 11, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) makes a catch for a touchdown defended by Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship (32) during the fourth quarter in an NFC Wild Card Round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Stanford legends played key roles in helping the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers advance in the NFL playoffs over the weekend

Jan 3, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA;San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) takes the field before the game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

There will be a number of former Stanford Cardinal in the NFL playoffs in the coming weeks

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (5) celebrates his touchdown during the second quarter against the New Orleans Saints at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025.

Cardinal in the NFL

Former Stanford Cardinal Elic Ayomanor's rookie season with the Tennessee Titans is officially over. So how did he do?

Dec 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the first half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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The pair of Stanford standouts will be headed to the Pro Bowl

Jul 23, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears center Drew Dalman (52) runs during training camp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

A pair of Stanford legends will be heading to the Pro Bowl in 2026

Dec 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson (84) celebrates after a touchdown during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The NFL playoff race is heating up, and these two former Stanford Cardinal helped propel their teams to victory on Sunday.

Nov 30, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson (84) celebrates after a play during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Los Angeles Rams tight end Colby Parkinson shares his thoughts on Stanford's new head coach.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) makes a catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz suffered a season-ending injury on Sunday. Will it be career-ending for the Stanford great?

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) looks downfield during the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025.

Cardinal in the NFL

The Houston Texas are getting a huge lift from a former Stanford QB

Sep 21, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; A Los Angeles Rams helmet during warm-ups against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Former Stanford star is having a rough second season with the LA Rams

Nov 9, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

The Houston Texans are riding high after a huge win that was put together by former Stanford Cardinal Davis Mills.

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs against New Orleans Saints safety Justin Reid (21) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Former Stanford Cardinal in the NFL continued to shine in Week 8.

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (5) is tripped up by New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) during the first quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.

Cardinal in the NFL

Elic Ayomanor has had his moments with the Tennessee Titans, but this recent decision may make those moments more frequent.