Stanford Cardinal Outshine Florida State Seminoles with Defensive Stand at Stanford Stadium

The Stanford Cardinal improved their record to 3-4 with a 20-13 victory over the Florida State Seminoles, who also hold a 3-4 record. The game took place at Stanford Stadium, where the home team capitalized on key defensive plays to secure the win.

First Quarter

The opening quarter saw both teams testing each other's defenses. The Trees managed to put points on the board first with a field goal by Emmet Kenney, setting an early tone for what would be a defensive battle.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, both teams found their rhythm offensively. The Noles responded with a touchdown and field goal, but it was CJ Williams' receiving touchdown that kept the Cardinal in contention. Ben Gulbranson's precise passing was instrumental during this period as he connected on several crucial plays.

Third Quarter

The third quarter belonged to Stanford's defense. Scotty Edwards and Zach Johnson each recorded sacks that disrupted Florida State’s offensive flow. This pressure allowed Elijah Brown to lead an effective drive culminating in Cole Tabb's rushing touchdown, extending their lead further.

Fourth Quarter

Despite a late push from the Tribe resulting in another field goal, Stanford’s defense held firm throughout the final quarter. Jahsiah Galvan led with ten combined tackles while Matt Rose contributed eight more stops, ensuring no further scoring opportunities for Florida State.

Stanford Cardinal vs Florida State Seminoles final score reflected not just offensive execution but also defensive resilience from both sides. However, it was ultimately what went wrong for Stanford Cardinal earlier in terms of penalties that could have changed dynamics had they been avoided entirely.

Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game when Stanford faces Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on October 25th at 7:00 PM EDT; tune into ESPN for live coverage of this anticipated matchup! Share this article and keep supporting your team!