Overview
- Interim coach Frank Reich confirmed Elijah Brown will start, elevating the redshirt freshman and moving Ben Gulbranson into a backup role.
- Stanford enters the game with the ACC’s worst marks in scoring and passing efficiency, and Gulbranson’s 10 interceptions are the second-most in the FBS.
- Bill Belichick said North Carolina has little game film on Brown, creating added uncertainty for the Tar Heels’ defensive preparation.
- Brown has appeared in six games this season and makes his second collegiate start after posting 47-of-79 passing for 492 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions.
- The Cardinal carry a 10-game road losing streak into Kenan Memorial Stadium, with Saturday’s matchup airing on The CW.