Davis Warren delivered a commanding performance in front of the Stanford crowd, throwing for 303 yards and four touchdowns to secure a 31-28 victory over North Carolina State on Friday night. The Cardinal (4-4, 2-3 ACC) struck early, with Warren connecting on touchdown passes during the first two drives of the contest to establish a commanding lead. This win marks Stanford’s fourth victory in their last five home games, a stark contrast to their 0-3 record on the road where they have been outscored by an average of 44.3 points per game.
Cardinal quarterback ignites offense in front of home crowd to snap road slump narrative
The game’s turning point came in the third quarter after NC State had a touchdown negated by an offensive pass interference call against Victor Snow. Stanford capitalized on the momentum shift with a 90-yard drive, sparked by a 43-yard pass from Warren to Micah Ford, which was extended by a 15-yard personal foul on King Mack. Warren capped the sequence with a crucial 5-yard touchdown pass to Nico Brown on fourth-and-4, extending the Cardinal’s lead to 28-14. Brown finished the night with two touchdown receptions, while Caden High added nine catches for 103 yards and a score.
Despite the loss, the Wolfpack (3-4, 1-3 ACC) showed resilience, with CJ Bailey throwing for 256 yards and two touchdowns. Will Wilson provided a ground threat, rushing for two short scores to keep NC State within striking distance late in the game. However, Stanford’s efficient offensive execution, particularly Warren’s ability to convert high-pressure situations, proved decisive. The result underscores the Cardinal’s ability to perform at a high level at home, providing a crucial confidence boost as they look to improve their road record in the remainder of the season.
Source: Yahoo Sports
