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Arizona Cardinals receiver Michael Wilson (14) runs with the ball during training camp at State Farm Stadium on Aug 6, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz.

Notable performances from Stanford football alums in week one of the NFL season

Week one of the NFL season is officially over as a new year is now in full swing. The first week of the new campaign brought on a lot of excitement, with many o

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Arizona Cardinals receiver Michael Wilson (14) runs with the ball during training camp at State Farm Stadium on Aug 6, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz.
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Notable performances from Stanford football alums in week one of the NFL season

Week one of the NFL season is officially over as a new year is now in full swing. The first week of the new campaign brought on a lot of excitement, with many o

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Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) watches from the sideline due to injury during the second quarter against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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49ers' McCaffrey misses week one due to injury, status for week two still uncertain

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Aug 17, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams place kicker Joshua Karty (16) attempts a field goal against Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Savion Jackson (54) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Los Angeles Rams rookie and former Stanford Cardinal dazzles in NFL debut

After being drafted in the sixth round of the NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams, former Stanford Cardinal Joshua Karty made his debut on Sunday.

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Dec 31, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) celebrates his sack against the Los Angeles Rams during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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New York Giants Name a Former Stanford Cardinal as Team Captain

With the New York Giants set to open up their season on Sunday, the team has announced their team captains for the 2024-25 season--one of whom is a former Stanford Cardinal.

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Arizona Cardinals tight end Zach Ertz holds his son Madden Matthew before they play against the Dallas Cowboys at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Set. 24, 2023.
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Former Stanford Tight End Welcomes Twin Boys with Soccer Star Wife Ahead of 2024 Season

Former Stanford star and current Washington Commanders hopeful Zach Ertz and his wife just welcomed twins.

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Jul 27, 2024; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets defensive end Solomon Thomas (94) warms up during training camp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
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Stanford Legend Currently with New York Jets Playing With a Purpose

Former Stanford star, and current New York Jets lineman is excited to return to his second home for his 100th career game in the NFL.

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Aug 1, 2024; Canton, Ohio, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) throws the ball during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
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Davis Mills trending towards being Houston Texans QB2

Even with Davis Mills battling injury, he is still projected to land as the Houston Texans' backup QB to start the 2024 season.

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Jul 27, 2023; Latrobe, PA, USA;  Pittsburgh Steelers guard Nate Herbig (71) participates in drills during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Steelers' Herbig placed on season-ending IR with shoulder injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers will now be relying on a rookie to replace Nate Herbig.

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Aug 11, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams place kicker Joshua Karty (16) kicks the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-USA TODAY Sports
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Former Stanford Cardinal lands starting spot on the Los Angeles Rams

The Los Angeles Rams may have found their long-term solution at kicker with this Stanford alum.

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Aug 15, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (16) looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports
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Eagles Confirm Tanner McKee as Third QB Option

While former Stanford Cardinal QB Tanner McKee has performed well in preseason action, the Philadelphia Eagles will slot him third on the depth chart.

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Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid (20) reacts after a play against the San Francisco 49ers during the second quarter of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Kansas City Chiefs Safety Returns to Practice

After winning back-to-back Super Bowls, the Kansas City Chiefs just got back a key piece of their team with the return of this Stanford Cardinal safety.

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Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Walker Little (72) hits a sled during the third day of an NFL football training camp practice Friday, July 26, 2024 at EverBank Stadium’s Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla.
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Former Stanford Cardinal on 2024 NFL rosters

The Stanford Cardinal football program has plenty of representation in the NFL heading into the 2024 season.

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Aug 24, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (10) throws a pass against the Indianapolis Colts at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
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Stanford legend Tanner McKee letting two worlds collide in NFL's first ever Brazil game

Former Stanford QB Tanner McKee will get a chance to return to Brazil in Week 1 when the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Green Bay Packers

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Jul 25, 2024; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey answers questions at a press conference following Day 3 of training camp at SAP Performance Facility. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports
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Christian McCaffrey Makes Stanford History with Madden 25

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LOOK: Richard Sherman rips NFL over hip-drop tackling ban

Former Stanford and NFL star Richard Sherman is furious with the latest rule change

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Former Stanford tight end Austin Hooper signs deal with New England Patriots
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Former Stanford tight end Austin Hooper signs deal with New England Patriots

Former Stanford star Austin Hooper has found his next landing spot

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Former Stanford tight end Colby Parkinson signs massive deal with Los Angeles Rams
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Former Stanford tight end Colby Parkinson signs massive deal with Los Angeles Rams

The former Stanford Cardinal inked a deal with his hometown Los Angeles Rams

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Robert Griffin III reveals not choosing Stanford led to grudge Jim Harbaugh held in the NFL

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Former Stanford star Zach Ertz signs with Washington Commanders
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Former Stanford star Zach Ertz signs with Washington Commanders

Former Stanford and Arizona Cardinal Zach Ertz inks a new deal for the 2024 season

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Former Stanford tight end Dalton Schultz inks new deal with Houston Texans
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Former Stanford tight end Dalton Schultz inks new deal with Houston Texans

Former Stanford star Dalton Schultz signed a massive new deal with the Houston Texans after his successful year this past season

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Luke McCaffrey bests older brother Christian McCaffrey in 40-yard dash

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Richard Sherman Has Brutal Message For San Francisco 49ers After Super Bowl OT Blunder

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Former Stanford Star Justin Reid Wins Second Super Bowl With Kansas City Chiefs
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Former Stanford Star Justin Reid Wins Second Super Bowl With Kansas City Chiefs

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WATCH: Former Stanford Star Christian McCaffrey Snags Crazy Super Bowl Touchdown

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Christian McCaffrey Makes History After Being Named NFL Offensive Player of the Year

Former Stanford star Christian McCaffrey becomes the first San Francisco 49er to win the award since Joe Montana

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