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Clash at Stanford Stadium: Stanford Cardinal Host Washington Huskies in College Football Showdown

As the Stanford Cardinal prepare to welcome the Washington Huskies to Stanford Stadium, fans are eager for what promises to be a thrilling college football encounter. The Cardinal's recent performance has been a mixed bag, with their latest victory over the Huskies by a score of 30-22 showcasing their resilience and ability to come from behind.


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The previous games have seen the Cardinal display strong defensive capabilities, notching three sacks and an interception against Washington State Cougars, although they fell short in a tight 24-21 game. Against Oregon State Beavers, they eked out a narrow win with 15-14 on the scoreboard, thanks in part to their defense recovering two fumbles and recording two sacks. However, it was against the Oregon Ducks where Stanford truly shone brightly; they dominated with an impressive 49-7 victory that featured four passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns.


Stanford's offense has shown flashes of brilliance but also areas needing improvement. Their passing game struggled against both Washington State (105 yards) and Oregon State (141 yards), while their ground attack was more effective against Oregon (248 yards). Consistency will be key if they aim to replicate or better their performance from their last meeting with the Huskies.


Special teams have also contributed significantly; kick returns have been solid across games, particularly highlighted by an average of nearly 35 yards per return against Washington State.


Playing at home at Stanford Stadium could provide an additional boost for the Cardinal. The venue is known for its vibrant atmosphere which can energize home players while adding pressure on visiting teams.


Fans can catch all the action live on Fox Sports 1 as these two formidable opponents face off on November 11th at 3:30 AM UTC. With both teams looking to assert dominance in this highly anticipated matchup, supporters should expect nothing less than an intense battle under the lights of Stanford Stadium.

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