The NC State Wolfpack (3-3) visit the Stanford Cardinal (3-4) on Friday, October 23, 2026 at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, CA. The NC State vs Stanford odds from DraftKings have NC State -7 with a total of 55.5, and kickoff is set for 10:30 PM ET on ESPN. This preview walks through the line movement, each team’s season so far, ESPN stat leaders, coaching staffs and how to watch.
NC State vs Stanford Odds, Spread & Kickoff Details
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | NC State at Stanford |
| Records | NC State 3-3, Stanford 3-4 |
| Spread | NC State -7 (-115), Stanford +7 (-105) |
| Moneyline | NC State -298, Stanford +240 |
| Total | 55.5 (Over -108, Under -112) |
| Venue | Stanford Stadium, Stanford, CA |
| Date | Friday, October 23, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 10:30 PM ET |
| TV | ESPN |
DraftKings NC State vs Stanford odds reported by ESPN, as of 5:47 AM ET on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. Numbers can change before kickoff.
NC State vs Stanford Odds & Line Movement
On the point spread, NC State is listed at -7 and Stanford at +7 at DraftKings. Moneyline prices are NC State -298 and Stanford +240, with the over/under at 55.5. Converted to implied probability, NC State -298 works out to about 75% and Stanford +240 to about 29%, before removing the sportsbook margin.
Opening numbers versus current NC State vs Stanford odds: DraftKings opened the spread at NC State -7.5, and it now sits at NC State -7, a move of 0.5 points. The total opened at 55.5 and has held there. On the moneyline, NC State has gone from -278 to -298 and Stanford from +225 to +240. Prices: NC State -115 and Stanford -105 against the spread, over -108, under -112.
NC State Preview: Form, Season Stats & Coaching Staff
NC State Season So Far
The NC State Wolfpack are 3-3 overall, 1-2 in conference play. ESPN has NC State 11th in the ACC standings. On the road, NC State has gone 0-2; at home it is 3-1. The latest result came on Oct. 10, when NC State fell to Wake Forest 38-14 at home. Across 6 games, NC State has outscored opponents 198-166 (+32 point differential).
NC State’s 2026 results, per ESPN:
- Aug. 29: L 8-34 at Virginia
- Sept. 11: W 73-0 vs. Richmond
- Sept. 19: L 31-35 at Vanderbilt
- Sept. 26: W 41-31 vs. App State
- Oct. 3: W 31-28 vs. Louisville
- Oct. 10: L 14-38 vs. Wake Forest
NC State’s biggest margin came in a 73-0 win over Richmond. The toughest result was a 34-8 loss at Virginia. That spread of results is useful background next to the NC State vs Stanford odds.
NC State Season Stats
ESPN’s season numbers put NC State at 33.0 points per game on 426.3 yards (257.8 passing, 168.5 rushing). Opponents are scoring 27.7 points per game against this defense, which allows 363.8 yards per game: 230.3 passing and 133.5 rushing.
The matchup piece: Stanford allows 36.6 points and 196.6 rushing yards per game, and its offense averages 18.3 points against the NC State defense that gives up 27.7.
NC State Key Players
Under center, CJ Bailey has completed 66.7% of his throws for 1,507 yards and 9 touchdowns and 4 interceptions. The top rusher is Jayden Scott, with 358 yards on 62 carries (5.8 per carry) and 4 touchdowns. Keenan Jackson is the top target with 27 catches for 400 yards. On defense, Popo Aguirre leads the team in tackles (54) and Elijah Satchell leads in sacks (3).
- Passing: CJ Bailey (QB), 126/189, 1,507 YDS, 9 TD, 4 INT
- Rushing: Jayden Scott (RB), 62 CAR, 358 YDS, 4 TD
- Receiving: Keenan Jackson (WR), 27 REC, 400 YDS, 5 TD
- Sacks: Elijah Satchell (LB), 3
- Tackles: Popo Aguirre (LB), 54
NC State Coaching Staff
NC State has been coached by Dave Doeren since the 2013 season. The offensive coordinator is Kurt Roper. On defense, the coordinators are D. J. Eliot and Charlton Warren.
Stanford Preview: Form, Season Stats & Coaching Staff
Stanford Season So Far
Stanford comes in at 3-4, 1-3 in conference play. ESPN has Stanford 15th in the ACC standings. Home games have gone 3-1 for Stanford (0-3 away). Last time out (Oct. 17), Stanford rolled past Elon 34-7 at home. Opponents have outscored Stanford 256-128 over 7 games, a -128 differential.
Every Stanford result this season, per ESPN:
- Aug. 29: W 37-27 vs. Hawaii
- Sept. 4: L 6-45 vs. Miami
- Sept. 19: L 7-35 at Duke
- Sept. 26: W 34-27 vs. Georgia Tech
- Oct. 3: L 3-57 at Wake Forest
- Oct. 10: L 7-58 at Notre Dame
- Oct. 17: W 34-7 vs. Elon
The most lopsided result so far was a 34-7 win over Elon. The toughest result was a 57-3 loss at Wake Forest. For anyone tracking the NC State vs Stanford odds, those margins show the range of outcomes this team has produced.
Stanford Season Stats
On offense, Stanford averages 18.3 points and 342.9 total yards per game, split between 239.4 passing and 103.4 rushing yards. The defense gives up 36.6 points and 452.0 yards per game (255.4 through the air, 196.6 on the ground).
Across the line of scrimmage, NC State’s defense allows 363.8 yards and 27.7 points per game, while its offense produces 33.0 points a game.
Stanford Key Players
Davis Warren has thrown for 1,630 yards (141 of 234, 60.3%) with 7 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. The top rusher is Micah Ford, with 529 yards on 114 carries (4.6 per carry) and 8 touchdowns. The leading receiver is Caden High, who has 21 receptions and 337 yards. Jay Green (43 tackles) and Gabe Kaminski (2 sacks) are the defensive leaders.
- Passing: Davis Warren (QB), 141/234, 1,630 YDS, 7 TD, 2 INT
- Rushing: Micah Ford (RB), 114 CAR, 529 YDS, 8 TD
- Receiving: Caden High (WR), 21 REC, 337 YDS, 3 TD
- Sacks: Gabe Kaminski (LB), 2
- Tackles: Jay Green (S), 43
Stanford Coaching Staff
This is year one for head coach Tavita Pritchard at Stanford. The offensive coordinator is Terry Heffernan. Kris Richard oversees the defense.
Key Betting Trends: NC State vs Stanford Season Stats
Here is the season data that frames the NC State vs Stanford odds. Sources are ESPN schedules, scores and team statistics.
- NC State games have gone over 55.5 combined points 4 times in 6 games this season.
- NC State games average 60.7 combined points.
- Stanford games have gone over 55.5 combined points 4 times in 7 games this season.
- Stanford games average 54.9 combined points.
- NC State is 0-2 in road games; Stanford is 3-1 at home.
- Scoring offense: NC State 33.0 vs. Stanford 18.3 points per game.
- Scoring defense: NC State allows 27.7; Stanford allows 36.6.
- Total offense: NC State 426.3 vs. Stanford 342.9 yards per game.
- This is a conference game for both teams.
NC State vs Stanford Series History
NC State and Stanford met one time in the 2024 and 2025 regular seasons, per ESPN. NC State won the most recent meeting. Past results are history only; the current NC State vs Stanford odds are in the table above.
- Nov. 2, 2024: NC State 59, Stanford 28 at Carter-Finley Stadium
How to Watch NC State vs Stanford: TV, Time & Venue
- Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
- Kickoff: 10:30 PM ET
- TV: ESPN
- Venue: Stanford Stadium, Stanford, CA
ESPN has the broadcast, per ESPN’s listing. The NC State vs Stanford odds can keep moving up to kickoff, so the table above reflects the Oct. 19, 5:47 AM ET numbers. Full matchup info is on the ESPN game page.
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Frequently Asked Questions: NC State vs Stanford
What are the NC State vs Stanford odds?
DraftKings has NC State -7 on the spread and a total of 55.5, with moneylines of NC State -298 and Stanford +240. Those NC State vs Stanford odds were pulled at 5:47 AM ET on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.
What time is NC State vs Stanford, and what channel is it on?
The game starts at 10:30 PM ET on Friday, October 23, 2026 and airs on ESPN. The NC State vs Stanford odds in this preview were last pulled at 5:47 AM ET.
What stadium hosts NC State vs Stanford?
Stanford Stadium in Stanford, CA is the site; it is the home stadium of the Stanford Cardinal.
Who are the head coaches for NC State and Stanford?
Dave Doeren coaches NC State, and Tavita Pritchard coaches Stanford.