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Andrew Luck Pauses Live TV to Celebrate Stanford Scoop-and-Score in Upset of Cal

The Stanford football executive's viral moment highlighted a hands-on leadership style in a first full season overseeing recruiting, roster decisions, logistics, fundraising.

Overview

  • During an ACC Network/ESPN sideline interview with Kendra Douglas, Luck asked to watch the next play and reacted as Stanford returned a Cal fumble for a touchdown.
  • Safety Jay Green scooped up the loose ball and scored to give the Cardinal a 7-3 lead.
  • Luck ended the interview early, celebrated on the sideline, and high‑fived players as the broadcast crew noted his visible involvement.
  • Stanford later added a second fumble‑return touchdown by Darrius Davis and closed out a 31-10 victory over the Golden Bears.
  • Hired in November 2024, Luck serves as Stanford’s football GM/president with responsibilities that include roster management, recruiting, logistics and fundraising.