Overview

• Stanford called the contribution the largest individual gift to its football program outside of facilities.
• Funds are designated to expand institutional NIL efforts and to establish five new football scholarships for student-athletes.
• The university will name a tunnel and a main entrance gate at Stanford Stadium after Bradford M. Freeman.
• President Jonathan Levin labeled the gift “game‑changing,” linking football success to broader support across 36 varsity sports.
• The program is 2-3 under interim coach Frank Reich as Stanford seeks a permanent head coach following four straight 3-9 seasons.