November 30th 2024.
In its first year in the ACC, Stanford football was not expected to do well. They were predicted to finish last in the conference, but the team had high hopes for improvement. With a deeper roster and another year to get comfortable with the coaching staff, they were optimistic about their chances for success.
However, things didn't go as planned for the Cardinal. Despite their efforts, they faced many of the same challenges as the previous season and ended with a disappointing record of 3-9. Their last game against San Jose State ended in a 34-31 loss, further highlighting their struggles.
The defense, which had ranked 127th out of 133 teams in passing yards allowed, continued to struggle and gave up 385 yards and four touchdowns to the Spartans' quarterback. Even with the presence of senior cornerback Evan Jackson and some true freshmen in the secondary, the team still lacked the necessary depth to compete in a major conference.
Head coach Troy Taylor acknowledged the team's need for more talented players, particularly in the transfer market. He also praised the effort of quarterback Ashton Daniels, who threw for 252 yards and ran for 91 yards, but unfortunately had three interceptions in the game.
Despite the loss, the Cardinal had some standout performances from players like Elic Ayomanor and freshman Emmett Mosley V. However, their running game was not effective and they missed out on an opportunity to score from the 1-yard line.
In comparison to their last game, where they had six sacks, the defense only managed one against San Jose State. The Spartans' quarterback, Walker Eget, was able to pick apart the Cardinal's defense and lead his team to victory.
Overall, Stanford had a mixed season. They were able to win their first-ever ACC game against Syracuse and upset a ranked Louisville team. However, their only other win was against a lower division team.
For the senior class, it was a bittersweet ending. After staying at Stanford despite their coach's resignation, they were able to win their last home game but couldn't secure a victory in the Big Game against rival Cal. Despite their efforts and dedication to the team, they ended their college careers with a loss.
Coach Taylor recognized the sacrifices and commitment of the senior players, who had been with the team since their first year and saw a lot of changes throughout their time at Stanford. He expressed his gratitude and disappointment for them, as they gave their all for the love of their teammates and the university.
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