If a series is commonly referred to as the Big Game, it’s probably a heated rivalry. That’s the case with the California Bears and the Stanford Cardinal, two rivals who first played on the football field in 1892. The two programs reside in the Bay Area, and the proximity creates a natural rivalry that is enhanced due to both teams competing within the PAC-12 conference. The Stanford Axe is the trophy awarded to the victor each year.
In this year’s college football odds, Stanford’s win total is 4.5 (Over +120, Under -145), while California’s is set at 5.5 (Over -110, Under -110). Winning this game is crucial for both programs if they hope to make a bowl game in 2022.
Here’s a look at one of the best rivalries on the West Coast:
All-time record:'Stanford leads 65-48-11