Cardinal in the NFL

Jan 9, 1977; Pasadena, CA,, USA; FILE PHOTO; Minnesota Vikings linebacker (58) Wally Hilgenberg and (50) Jeff Siemon stop Oakland Raiders receiver (21) Cliff Branch in Super Bowl XI at the Rose Bowl. The Raoders defeated the Vikings 32-14 to win their first Super Bowl title. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Malcolm Emmons- Imagn Images © Copyright Malcolm Emmons

Stanford recently lost a legend of The Farm in Jeff Siemon.

Cardinal in the NFL

Stanford recently lost a legend of The Farm in Jeff Siemon.

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Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Stanford tight end Sam Roush (TE21) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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Sam Roush's journey to the NFL is in its final stages.

Dec 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears center Drew Dalman (52) takes the field before the game against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

After signing a free agent deal with the Chicago Bears and earning a Pro Bowl selection, former Cardinal Drew Dalman has unexpectedly retired.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Stanford tight end Sam Roush (TE21) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cardinal in the NFL

Stanford's team captains in 2025 both participated in the NFL Combine this past weekend.

Cardinal in the NFL

The Detroit Lions may be a logical landing spot for the Stanford tight end.

Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A San Francisco 49ers helmet sits idle during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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The San Francisco 49ers could use a skilled backup just in case, and this Stanford product may be the perfect fit.

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?

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Cardinal in the NFL

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