Stanford Cardinal quarterback job unsettled heading into opener, but not for lack of candidates

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.

“It helps you to not get beat up in those short-yardage, goal-line situations,” Daniels said. “You’re not just taking every single hit, and it saves your body. Always thankful for the people who...