Breaking Down Stanford's Quarterback Room After Landing 2025 Four-Star Bear Bachmeier

Quarterbacks: Ashton Daniels/Justin Lamson 

Heading into his first season, Taylor was dealt a tough hand at quarterback. Between Ashton Daniels, Justin Lamson, and Ari Patu who has since transferred, Stanford had nearly zero experience. Daniels won what appeared to be a tightly contested battle throughout spring and fall, as we didn't learn who was the starter until they took the field for their first game. Daniels had some very bright moments, but he also showed a sense of panic when under pressure, which led to him just throwing the ball up for grabs at times. 

Lamson clearly was valued more for his running ability as he was used as a wildcat quarterback, running back, and even receiver. Daniels should have the advantage over everyone being that he started 10 games, but by no means did he put a claim on the job. 

Quarterbacks: Myles Jackson/Elijah Brown/Bear Bachmeier

While turning to someone with no college experience is always a risk, Troy Taylor has been thriving at recruiting quarterbacks. Myles Jackson skipped his senior year of high school to enroll ahead of the 2023 season, so he's ahead of Brown and Bachmeier in terms of familiarity with the system. He was clearly behind the aforementioned vets during the battle, which wasn't too shocking considering his age, but he did gain valuable experience by being on campus. 

Brown has a ton of buzz around his name being that he is one of the most successful high school quarterbacks ever. He left Mater Dei having accumulated a 42-2 record as a starter, and also became the first Mater Dei quarterback, which includes names like Matt Barkley, Matt Leinart, and Bryce Young to win multiple state titles.

Bachmeier will join the party after 2024, as he now headlines their 2025 recruiting class. He is a true dual threat, which could give him an advantage over everyone in the room. Daniels can run but would prefer not to, Lamson isn't a consistent passer, Jackson is a capable runner at best, and Brown hasn't shown to be a running threat. Taylor's offenses have shown to use quarterbacks in the run game if possible, which only adds one extra threat. Realistically if he comes onto campus and there still isn't a clear answer at quarterback following 2024, it could be his job to lose.