Arizona State Opponent Preview: Stanford

Oct 10, 2014; Stanford, CA, USA; Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) throws a pass against the Washington State Cougars at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Offense:

Kevin Hogan is back for his second year as the starting quarterback and has performed well thus far. He has completed 65.5% of his passes, while throwing 1325 yards with 11 touchdowns and four interceptions. His key target through the air is Ty Montgomery, who has totaled 37 receptions, 359 yards, and three touchdowns. Tied with Montgomery in touchdown receptions is Devon Cajuste.

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In recent years, the Cardinal have relied on powerful running backs such as Toby Gerhart, Tyler Gaffney, and Anthony Wilkerson to carry their offensive attack, but this year there has not been a clear-cut number one rushing option for Stanford.

Remound Wright currently leads Stanford in rushing with 278 yards, but has just two touchdown scores. In total, the rushing attack has just seven scores on the ground compared to last year where Gaffney scored 21 rushing touchdowns on his own.

Overall, the Stanford offense ranks 60th in passing yards per game and 83rd in rushing yards per game for the 85th most yards in the nation.