Breaking Down The Pac-12 North: Who Will Make The Title Game?

Oct 31, 2015; Pullman, WA, USA; Stanford Cardinal quarterback Kevin Hogan (8) scores a touchdown against the Washington State Cougars during the second half at Martin Stadium. The Cardinal won 30-28. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports

Stanford Cardinal (7-1, 5-0 Pac-12)

Win is the easiest thing here which is something they’ve done the first six weeks. They close PAC-12 play with game at Colorado before hosting Oregon and Cal. Quarterback Kevin Hogan has the Cardinal on the right track with a two game lead in the Conference and games against a North contender coming up next weekend against Oregon. Hogan is hitting close to 70 percent of his passes for completions this season and has become one of the top quarterbacks in the Pac-12 Conference. He also has an eye popping 10 yard average when he throws the ball.

Christian McCaffrey leads the rushing attack with over 1000 yards on the ground with six touchdowns. McCaffrey is also a threat through the air with two touchdown catches. Austin Hooper and Michael Rector compliment the passing game and both have the ability to extend the field. Both have plays over 40 yards for scores this season. If the Cardinal expects to get to the College Football Playoff, getting to and through the Pac-12 Championship will be required. They will also likely need some help as teams ahead of them will need to lose.

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