Ashton Daniels likely to start at quarterback for Stanford vs. TCU, but Justin Lamson and Elijah Brown figure to also play for the Cardinal in opener and much of the season.
Stanford Cardinal quarterback Ashton Daniels perticipates in a practice at Stanford University on July 30, 2024. STANFORD – Some quarterbacks might be upset when they drive the team inside the 5, only to see someone else come in to finish the possession. But Stanford junior Ashton Daniels said he was thankful when run-first quarterback Justin Lamson would take over the red zone offense at times last season.
Less than one week before the Cardinal host TCU in the season opener Friday, Stanford coach Troy Taylor has yet to announce a starter between Daniels, Lamson, and freshman Elijah Brown. Daniels threw for 367 yards, ran for 81 yards and accounted for three touchdowns against eventual national championship finalist Washington, and threw for 396 yards and four TDs in a double-overtime win over Colorado.
Besides the physical development, Daniels has also taken on more of a leadership role. When the team had a lackluster practice last Friday, it was Daniels who pulled the offense together and told them to pick it up. After beating out Lamson in fall camp last season, Daniels has been pushed by Brown this time. The early enrollee went 42-2 as a four-year starter at Mater Dei and was ranked the No. 7 quarterback prospect in the country by Rivals.
“He’s so confident in his ability, not in that arrogant way, just a quiet confidence,” Taylor said. “And he’s got really good anticipation and he’s extremely accurate, and that translates to all levels.”Mailbag: Likelihood of a super league , ACC sustainability, the CFP’s future, WSU and OSU revenue sharing and moreMailbag: Next realignment wave for B10, B12 and P12 hinges on the ACC
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