Stanford, CA
Oct 26, 2024
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In a thrilling cross-country contest, Wake Forest emerged victorious over Stanford 27-24, capturing their first-ever win in California. Wake Forest surged to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, capitalizing on Stanford's faltering moments and offensive precision, led by Hank Bachmeier's two touchdown throws. Stanford mounted a fierce rally in the second quarter, fueled by Tevarua Tafiti's fumble return for a touchdown and a drive capped by a field goal, narrowing the gap to 24-17 by halftime.
The second half saw defenses dominate, with neither team finding the end zone in the third quarter. Stanford leveled the score in the fourth quarter with a critical 99-yard drive finished by Ashton Daniels' touchdown pass. However, Wake Forest kicker Matthew Dennis nailed a decisive 23-yard field goal with less than two minutes remaining. The dramatic contest concluded with Nick Andersen's game-clinching interception, extinguishing Stanford's final comeback attempt.
Hank Bachmeier (Wake Forest)
Opened the scoring with a precise 30-yard touchdown pass to Micah Mays Jr., capitalizing on Stanford's defensive lapses.
Tate Carney (Wake Forest)
Snagged a well-executed 39-yard touchdown pass from Bachmeier on a fourth down gamble, enhancing Wake Forest's lead to 14-0.
Tevarua Tafiti (Stanford)
Shifted the momentum toward Stanford by returning a fumble 44 yards for a touchdown, tying the game at 14-14.
Ashton Daniels (Stanford)
Showed poise by completing a 16-yard touchdown pass to Sam Roush, capping off a critical 99-yard drive to tie the game.
Nick Andersen (Wake Forest)
Delivered a game-sealing interception with Stanford in field goal territory, securing the hard-fought win for Wake Forest.
Taylor Morin (Wake Forest)
Had a timely 36-yard punt return that positioned Wake Forest at midfield, leading to the decisive field goal drive.
Matthew Dennis (Wake Forest)
Remained cool under pressure to nail a 23-yard field goal, providing the winning margin in a tightly contested game.
Hank Bachmeier (Wake Forest, QB)
Commanded a robust offensive performance, passing for 245 yards and contributing three pivotal touchdown passes in the first half.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest, RB)
Proved instrumental with 127 rushing yards, supplementing the offense's efforts with significant rushing gains.
Ashton Daniels (Stanford, QB)
Displayed tenacity coming off the bench, completing 24-of-31 passes for 214 yards to fuel Stanford's comeback attempt.
Tevarua Tafiti (Stanford, LB)
Provided critical defensive momentum with a 44-yard fumble return for a touchdown in the second quarter.
Nick Andersen (Wake Forest, DB)
Locked down the victory with a key interception as Stanford threatened to tie the game in the final seconds.
Taylor Morin (Wake Forest, WR)
Surpassed 200 career receptions, contributing a clutch touchdown and a decisive 36-yard punt return in the fourth quarter.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
14
10
0
3
27
Stanford Cardinal
0
17
0
7
24
