Miami Dominates Stanford in Convincing Win
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Hard Rock Stadium
Miami Hurricanes 42, Stanford Cardinal 7, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Stanford Cardinal vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes beat Stanford Cardinal 42-7 at Hard Rock Stadium on October 25, 2025.
In a commanding performance at Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami Hurricanes defeated the Stanford Cardinal with a final score of 42-7. This victory underscores Miami's strong season, as they improved their record to 7-3 over their last ten games, while Stanford fell to 4-6 in their last ten outings.
Miami entered the game with a home record of 6-1, showcasing their dominance at home. Their recent form has been impressive, averaging 35.2 points scored per game while allowing only 20.7. However, they were coming off a loss to the Louisville Cardinals, which ended a brief winning streak. In their last five games, Miami had a record of 4-1, scoring an average of 33.8 points and allowing just 13.6.
Stanford, on the other hand, has struggled away from home, with an away record of 0-6 this season. Their overall performance has been inconsistent, averaging 22.3 points scored and 28.7 points allowed in their last ten games. They entered the matchup against Miami on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Florida State Seminoles 20-13, but their recent form has not been enough to overcome their challenges on the road.
The matchup also highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams in their previous meetings. While specific historical data was not provided, the current season's form clearly indicated Miami's superiority, especially at home. The Hurricanes have been formidable opponents at Hard Rock Stadium, and this game further solidified that reputation.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players affected for either team, indicating that both squads may have been at full strength for this contest. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the decisive outcome.
The betting market had heavily favored Miami, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the expectation of a strong performance from the Hurricanes. The conditions at Hard Rock Stadium were likely favorable for Miami, contributing to their dominant display.
Viewers watching the game would have noted Miami's effective offensive strategy, which was apparent in their scoring efficiency and ability to control the game. The Hurricanes' defense also played a crucial role, limiting Stanford's scoring opportunities and maintaining pressure throughout the match.
In summary, Miami's victory over Stanford was a testament to their strong home performance and overall capability this season, while Stanford continues to face challenges, particularly in away games.
Leaders
- Passing yardsCarson Beck21/28, 189 YDS, 1 TDMiami Hurricanes
- Rushing yardsMark Fletcher Jr.23 CAR, 106 YDS, 3 TDMiami Hurricanes
- Receiving yardsTony Johnson3 REC, 69 YDSMiami Hurricanes
- Passing yardsBen Gulbranson9/21, 50 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INTStanford Cardinal
- Rushing yardsCole Tabb19 CAR, 64 YDSStanford Cardinal
- Receiving yardsCaden High3 REC, 36 YDS, 1 TDStanford Cardinal
Recent form
Miami Hurricanes
Last 10: 7-3Streak L135.2 scored · 20.7 allowed per game6-1 at home
- L21-24vs Louisville CardinalsOct 17
- W28-22at Florida State SeminolesOct 4
- W26-7vs Florida GatorsSep 20
- W49-12vs South Florida BullsSep 13
- W45-3vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsSep 6
- W27-24vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishAug 31
- L38-42at Syracuse OrangeNov 30
- W42-14vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 23
- L23-28at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 9
- W53-31vs Duke Blue DevilsNov 2
Stanford Cardinal
Last 10: 4-6Streak W122.3 scored · 28.7 allowed per game0-6 away
- W20-13vs Florida State SeminolesOct 19
- L10-34at SMU MustangsOct 11
- W30-29vs San José State SpartansSep 27
- L20-48at Virginia CavaliersSep 20
- W30-20vs Boston College EaglesSep 14
- L3-27at BYU CougarsSep 7
- L20-23at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsAug 23
- L31-34at San José State SpartansNov 29
- L21-24at California Golden BearsNov 23
- W38-35vs Louisville CardinalsNov 16
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| California | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Duke | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| SMU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| NC State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
Box score
| Stat | Stanford Cardinal | Miami Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 8 | 25 |
| Third downs | 4-14 | 8-15 |
| Fourth downs | 1-2 | 3-5 |
| Total yards | 144 | 404 |
| Net passing yards | 89 | 205 |
| Completions | 12/26 | 22/30 |
| Yards per pass | 3.4 | 6.8 |
| Rushing yards | 55 | 199 |
| Rushing attempts | 27 | 44 |
| Yards per rush | 2.0 | 4.5 |
| Penalties | 2-10 | 5-30 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 2 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 23:18 | 36:42 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Hurricanes, below favours Stanford Cardinal.
Venue
- Hard Rock StadiumMiami Gardens, FL
- Attendance63892
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