Tough game. Louisville started out great, played decent most of the game. Stanford made some unreal interceptions to steal it late.
Louisville made a dumb decision and it bit them in the ass just before half on a long kick return after going up 21-7.
This one stung but nothing can do now except finish out the season in my usual mediocrity
Ruined a good performance by Don Cheney with 3 tds.
The Stanford Cardinal battled their way to a nail-biting 42-38 victory over the Louisville Cardinals in Week 12, relying on clutch performances in all phases of the game to keep their postseason dreams alive. Improving to 4-5, Stanford heads into the season's final stretch with momentum and determination.
First Half Fireworks
Stanford fell behind early, with Louisville taking a 7-0 lead after the first quarter. The Cardinal struck back in the second, as quarterback Ashton Daniels found his rhythm, connecting with Tiger Bachmeier on a 35-yard touchdown pass to tie the game. However, Louisville responded with two scores to reclaim a 21-14 halftime lead.
Resilience in the Second Half
Stanford turned up the pressure in the third quarter. Sedrick Irvin powered his way into the end zone on a 15-yard run to tie the game at 21-21. Louisville countered with 10 unanswered points, pulling ahead 31-21 early in the fourth.
The final quarter showcased Stanford’s resilience. Daniels connected with Ismael Cisse for a 20-yard touchdown, narrowing the gap to 31-28. The defense forced two turnovers, and Irvin added a second rushing score to put the Cardinal ahead. Despite a late Louisville touchdown, Stanford's defense made the decisive stop, preserving the 42-38 win.
Key Player Performances
Stanford Offense
Passing: Ashton Daniels went 21-for-34 for 328 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions, achieving a passer rating of 144.6.
Rushing: Sedrick Irvin led the ground game with 15 carries for 92 yards (6.1 average) and two touchdowns, including a 21-yard burst.
Receiving:
Tiger Bachmeier recorded 4 receptions for 88 yards (22.0 average) and 1 touchdown.
Ismael Cisse added 5 catches for 74 yards (14.8 average) and a critical touchdown.
Cole Tabb chipped in with 4 catches for 59 yards and 60 yards after the catch.
Stanford Defense
Tristan Sinclair and Mitch Leigber led with 8 tackles each.
Gaethan Bernadel recorded 7 tackles and 1 tackle for loss.
Scotty Edwards and Collin Wright contributed interceptions, while Braden Marceau-Olayinka added a sack.
Clay Patterson tallied two tackles for loss to stifle Louisville’s rushing attack.
Special Teams
Cole Tabb electrified the crowd with a 104-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, amassing 144 return yards on three attempts.
Aidan Flintoft punted once for 44 yards.
What's Next?
The Cardinal head into their final two games of the season, beginning with a rivalry clash against the California Golden Bears. A victory would not only boost morale but also bring Stanford closer to bowl eligibility.
The regular season concludes with a must-win game against the San Jose State Spartans, a matchup likely to determine postseason fate. With their offense firing and the defense showing flashes of dominance, Stanford aims to finish strong and keep their bowl hopes alive.
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