- Matchup: NC State Wolfpack vs Stanford Cardinal
- Event Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
- Venue: Stanford Stadium, Stanford, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Cardinal (+6.5)
- Over/Under Total: 54.5
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The NC State Wolfpack (3-3) are set to clash with the Stanford Cardinal (3-4) on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Stanford Stadium. The opening line shows Stanford as 6.5-point underdogs from betting markets. The total for the game is set at 54.5 points.
Entering this matchup, the NC State Wolfpack hold a record of 3-3. They faced the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in their most recent outing but fell short, losing 38-14. In the running department, NC State allowed 84 yards on 36 attempts, averaging just 2.3 yards per carry. The defense also permitted 26 completions on 33 attempts, totaling 303 passing yards with a completion rate of 78.8%. On offense, the Wolfpack ran 64 plays that produced 258 total yards, with a disappointing 15 rushing yards on 24 carries, averaging a mere 0.6 yards per attempt.
This season, the Wolfpack have compiled a total of 2,558 yards. They have scored 11 touchdowns through the air and 14 on the ground while committing 9 turnovers. With 134 first downs earned, they have racked up 32 penalties costing them 285 yards. Averaging 168.5 rushing yards per game, NC State ranks 54th nationally. In terms of scoring, the Wolfpack average 33.0 points per game.
Defensively, NC State has allowed 1,382 passing yards this season, ranking them 74th in Division 1, with an average of 230.3 yards surrendered through the air at a completion percentage of 63.1%. Overall, they give up an average of 363.8 yards per game, placing them 79th in college football. The team has allowed 12 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, with opponents averaging 4.3 yards per carry and 133.5 rushing yards per game. Over the course of the season, NC State has allowed a total of 801 yards on the ground, ranking them 105th in D-1 for opponent scoring at 27.7 points per game.
The Stanford Cardinal, sporting a record of 3-4, comes into this game following a decisive win over the Elon Phoenix, with a final score of 34-7. The Cardinal’s offense excelled on the ground, averaging 6.7 yards per carry and accumulating 222 yards on 33 attempts. Overall, they finished the game with 515 yards on 74 plays, averaging 7.0 yards per play. The Stanford pass defense was effective, allowing just 29.6% completions, yielding only 52 yards on 8 out of 27 passing attempts while conceding 220 yards on the ground from 34 attempts (6.5 yards per rush).
Stanford’s offensive statistics show an average of 342.9 yards per game, placing them 106th in Division 1. With 408 penalty yards over 48 infractions, they rank 39th nationally in penalties. The Cardinal average 103.4 rushing yards per game, totaling 724 yards on the ground. They have thrown 3 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, earning 124 first downs. However, Stanford struggles to score, averaging just 18.3 points per game, the lowest ranking them 127th nationally. This season, they have accumulated 1,676 passing yards with an average of 239.4 yards through the air, ranking 59th in college football.
Defensively, the Cardinal have allowed an alarming 36.6 points per game, positioning them 133rd in Division 1. They have conceded a total of 1,376 rushing yards (196.6 yards per game) and 20 rushing touchdowns so far this season. Additionally, they’ve given up 15 passing touchdowns and 255.4 yards per game through the air, ranking them 122nd in college football. With the defense on the field for 486 plays, this places them 126th nationally. To date, they have forced 3 fumbles and snagged 3 interceptions, contributing to a total of 256 points allowed this season.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s clash between the Wolfpack and Cardinal?
Expert Prediction: Take the Cardinal +6.5
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