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Aug 30, 2024; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (13) dives for the ball during the second half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Stanford WR Elic Ayomanor declares for the NFL Draft

Another Stanford Cardinal is headed to the NFL.

Cardinal in the NFL

Stanford WR Elic Ayomanor declares for the NFL Draft

Another Stanford Cardinal is headed to the NFL.

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Nov 14, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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Washington Commanders Tight End Suffers Injury

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz suffered an injury in Sunday's game.

Nov 23, 2024; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears defensive back Nohl Williams (right) defends against Stanford Cardinal wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (13) during the fourth quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Stanford Standout WR Ranked Among Top-50 NFL Draft Prospects

Stanford's Elic Ayomanor has the tools to be a solid NFL wide receiver, and recently landed on a list of the top-50 NFL Draft prospects

Dec 12, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams kicker Joshua Karty (16) before a field goal against the San Francisco 49ers during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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Former Stanford star receives a game ball for performance in win over 49ers

The Los Angeles Rams are getting big contributions from this former Stanford Cardinal

Dec 1, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Houston Texans tight end Dalton Schultz (86) celebrates a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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Three former Stanford football stars who are pivotal to their NFL team's playoff push

Former Stanford Cardinal on the Houston Texans, Kansas City Chiefs, and Washington Commanders will prove vital to their teams making runs in the playoffs.

Oct 27, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New York Jets defensive end Solomon Thomas (94) takes a selfie with a fan before the start of the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Two former Stanford alums earn NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year nominations

Two former Stanford football standouts have been nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award.

Dec 1, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Houston Texans tight end Dalton Schultz (86) and quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) celebrate a touchdown in the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend Dalton Schultz scores first TD of 2024 in Houston Texans win

All season long, he has been waiting patiently for his turn to score a touchdown. And finally in week 13, former Stanford tight end Dalton Schultz did just that

Dec 1, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) tries to avoid Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) on a run in the first quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

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49ers McCaffrey suffers another injury

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey left Sunday's game and didn't return. Now his season is in question.

Oct 13, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Walker Little (72) during the second half of an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter van den Berg-Imagn Images

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Jacksonville Jaguars give three-year extension to former Stanford lineman

The Jacksonville Jaguars have come to terms on another extension this season, securing this former Stanford Cardinal for the next three seasons.

Nov 24, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) is tackled by Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker (7) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend Christian McCaffrey has struggled for 49ers since return from injury

San Francisco 49ers running back and Stanford Cardinal legend Christian McCaffrey has not looked like himself since returning from injury.

Nov 10, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Former Stanford legend Ertz scores a touchdown in his return to Philadelphia

Stanford legend Zach Ertz had a solid game for the Washington Commanders in his return to Philadelphia to face the Eagles.

Nov 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) catches the ball over Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (54) during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend McCaffrey returns to the 49ers lineup, leads them to win

The long awaited return of Christian McCaffrey did not disappoint. On Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Stanford legend Christian McCaffrey made his seas

Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the first half of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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What will the San Francisco 49ers get from Christian McCaffrey in his return?

The San Francisco 49ers will get running back and Stanford legend Christian McCaffrey back on Sunday, but how much will he be involved in the offense?

Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) scores a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs in the first half of Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend McCaffrey expected to officially return this week for the 49ers

San Francisco 49ers running back and Stanford Cardinal legend Christian McCaffrey is expected to play this Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Oct 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Simi Fehoko (87) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Former Stanford football receiver placed on injured reserve by the Chargers

Another Cardinal legend will be sidelined for the foreseeable future. During the 2024 season, the star power from former Stanford stars has been evident, with m

Sep 29, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Rams place kicker Joshua Karty (16) in a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend Karty shines in Rams' overtime win over the Seahawks in week 9

Stanford legend Joshua Karty has been a huge addition for the Los Angeles Rams this season

Oct 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) walks on the field before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend McCaffrey has practice window opened by the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers are expecting Stanford legend Christian McCaffrey to return soon

Oct 27, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) runs with the ball as Chicago Bears safety Kevin Byard III (31) and Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards (53) chase during the second quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend Zach Ertz instrumental in Commanders' comeback

Since 2018, the NFL has had an annual tradition of celebrating the tight end position group, with the fourth Sunday in October being dubbed National Tight Ends

Oct 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) runs the ball against New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Stanford alum Okereke delivers masterful performance for New York Giants

Former Stanford star just had a huge game for the New York Giants.

Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) walks off the field after the game against the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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San Francisco 49ers' McCaffrey nearing a return

The next time the San Francisco 49ers take the field, Christian McCaffrey should be in uniform.

Oct 27, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (14) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Arizona Cardinals get big win with help from former Stanford WR

Two in a row. The Arizona Cardinals needed a win badly on Sunday, with the NFC West race wide open for the taking. Thankfully, a last second field goal from Cha

October 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches the football against Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid (20) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Former Stanford safety records first INT of season for Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs love beating up on the San Francisco 49ers, and on Sunday, Justin Reid had yet another solid game.

Oct 20, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) catches a touchdown pass as Carolina Panthers cornerback Dane Jackson (23) defends during the second quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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Stanford legend hauls in first touchdown of 2024 in win over the Carolina Panthers

This Stanford legend hauled in his first TD catch of the season against the Carolina Panthers

FIRST OF A SERIES — Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon (25) breaks up a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (14) during the first quarter of their game Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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Stanford football legend could soon see a bigger role for the Arizona Cardinals

Former Stanford wide receiver now with the Arizona Cardinals could see an expanded role in the coming weeks

Aug 17, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Simi Fehoko (87) catches a pass ahead of Los Angeles Rams safety Jaylen McCollough (39) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Stanford football legend breaks out to lead L.A. Chargers to victory

Former Stanford football standout Simi Fehoko had a huge game for the Los Angeles Chargers