STANFORD, Calif. -- Washington entered this game sporting the Pac-12's top-ranked defense. They left it bruised by a red-hot Cardinal attack that enjoyed yet another methodical, balanced performance.
Stanford beat the Huskies 31-14, racking up over 40 minutes of possession and several long touchdown drives. Quarterback Kevin Hogan was again a model of efficiency, completing 17-of-24 passes for 238 yards, two touchdowns, and a 191.5 quarterback rating. Heisman Trophy candidate Christian McCaffrey padded his credentials for the award with another shiny all-around performance: He racked up 300 all-purpose yards and scored two touchdowns.
Washington entered this game ranked at or near the Pac-12 cellar in most offensive categories, and they sputtered again behind back-up quarterback K.