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Stanford Rallies with Onside Kick for Thrilling Win
24 Oct
Summary
- Davis Warren threw for 303 yards and four touchdowns.
- Micah Ford rushed for 150 yards for the Cardinal.
- Stanford recovered an onside kick with 1:23 remaining to secure the win.
Stanford secured a dramatic 31-28 victory over North Carolina State on Friday night, powered by quarterback Davis Warren's stellar performance. Warren threw for 303 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Cardinal offense which had been struggling in recent games. Stanford's home record improved to 4-4 overall with this crucial win.
Micah Ford was a standout on the ground, rushing for 150 yards, while Nico Brown and Caden High also made significant contributions in the passing game. The game's pivotal moment came late in the fourth quarter when Stanford successfully recovered an onside kick with just 1:23 remaining.
This recovery sealed the victory for the Cardinal after NC State had closed the gap with a late touchdown. The Wolfpack, despite efforts from CJ Bailey and Will Wilson, couldn't overcome Stanford's late-game execution and home-field advantage.