- Matchup: Stanford Cardinal vs Louisville Cardinals
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, Louisville, KY
- Broadcast: ACC Network
- Betting Odds: Cardinals favored by 23.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 61.5 points
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This thrilling encounter features the Louisville Cardinals (4-3) squaring off against the Stanford Cardinal (4-4) at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Stanford enters this matchup as 23.5-point underdogs, while the game’s over/under has been established at 61.5 points.
The Stanford Cardinal, with a record of 4-4 this season, are looking to build momentum. In their previous game, they secured a narrow victory against the NC State Wolfpack, finishing at 31-28. In that matchup, Stanford executed 33 rushing attempts for a total of 174 yards, achieving an impressive average of 5.3 yards per carry. Throughout the game, they ran 70 plays, accumulating a total of 477 yards. Defensively, Stanford conceded 17 completions out of 31 attempts, allowing 256 passing yards with a completion rate of 54.8%. On the ground, they allowed 125 yards on 33 rushing attempts, averaging 3.8 yards per rush.
In terms of scoring, the Stanford Cardinal average 19.9 points per game. The team’s running game averages 112.3 yards, placing them 121st in Division 1 rankings. Stanford has amassed a total of 2,877 offensive yards this season, registering 11 passing touchdowns and 8 rushing touchdowns. They have achieved 151 first downs, though they have faced 54 penalties totaling 463 yards, along with 6 turnovers.
On the defensive side, Stanford has allowed 2,044 passing yards, ranking them 132nd nationally. They give up an average of 255.5 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage of 63.1%. Overall, they permit 443.1 total yards per contest, placing them 133rd in college football. Opponents have scored 17 passing touchdowns and 22 rushing touchdowns against them. Stanford has allowed an average of 5.3 yards per carry and 187.6 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,501 yards allowed on the ground across 8 games. They rank 132nd in points allowed, with an average of 35.5 points per game.
The Louisville Cardinals enter the game with a 4-3 record this season. In their last outing, they claimed victory with a score of 34-26 against the Syracuse Orange. Louisville’s offense managed to gain 115 rushing yards on 35 attempts, averaging 3.3 yards per carry. They racked up 425 total yards during the game with an average of 7.0 yards per play over 61 plays. In terms of pass defense, the Cardinals allowed a completion rate of 65.9%, giving up 339 yards on 29 of 44 attempts while surrendering 123 rushing yards from 39 attempts at a rate of 3.2 yards per carry.
As for scoring, the Cardinals rank 11th nationally, averaging 38.7 points per game. Louisville’s offense produces an impressive average of 484.6 yards per contest, ranking 8th in D-1. This season, they have committed 53 infractions resulting in 537 yards in penalties, placing them 40th in Division 1 for penalties against them. Louisville has surrendered 3 interceptions and 3 fumbles while earning 153 first downs. Their passing game has created 1,887 yards, averaging 269.6 passing yards per contest, ranking them 29th in Division 1. Furthermore, they average 215.0 rushing yards per game with a total of 1,505 rushing yards for the season.
Defensively, Louisville has given up 1,057 rushing yards (151.0 yards per game) along with 10 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. They have also allowed 12 passing touchdowns and 268.9 passing yards per game, putting them in 129th place in the nation. Across the season, they’ve allowed a total of 192 points. Their defense has caused 5 fumbles and intercepted 7 passes. Participating in 525 plays defensively, they rank 121st in the country. Overall, the Cardinals allow an average of 27.4 points per game, ranking them 99th in college football.
Who will come out on top in this exciting matchup between the Cardinals?
Expert Prediction: Back the Cardinals -23.5
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