Justin Lamson — Stanford’s backup quarterback who typically enters the game in short-yardage situations — ran for two touchdowns in the first quarter, both from two yards out to give the Cardinal a 14-0 lead after one. He has seven rushing touchdowns this season, setting the Stanford record by a quarterback.

Cal plays its final home game of the season on Saturday when its hosts Stanford in the 127th Big Game. Cal needs to win one of its two final games to become bow

With a fourth straight Big Game loss, the Stanford football program is at a crossroads. With the exception of junior cornerback Collin Wright, the entire secondary was manned by freshman after senior safety Mitch Leigber left the game.