The Cardinal247 team just revealed their top Stanford coaching candidates after Troy Taylor was fired on Tuesday

Stanford OLB David Bailey entered the transfer portal Friday, sources told ESPN, as he became the first Cardinal to leave since Troy Taylor was fired last week. WR Mudia Reuben also entered the portal.

Stanford edge rusher David Bailey has entered the portal, and Notre Dame could recruit him once again after offering him in high school.

Following the first investigation, in 2023, Taylor was warned that he could be fired if the conduct continued, according to an ESPN report. It did continue, with a second investigation a year later. But Taylor remained employed and coached the Cardinal to a second consecutive 3-9 season.

Who could the Cardinal turn toward? The timing puts Stanford in a tough spot with candidate pool that doesn't feel deep.

On Thursday night, the Stanford Cardinal (16-7, 5-5 ACC) hit the road to begin their series against Virginia, but unfortunately fell short of taking home game one, losing to the Cavaliers 11-8. The Cardinal fell behind early,

General manager Andrew Luck announced the decision in his first major move since taking over in his role running the entire football program.

Rose Zhang is back competing on the LPGA Tour this week at the Ford Championship after a break to get in another quarter of classes at Stanford. This year, she had a different strategy for sharing time with her books—continuing to pursue her degree despite turning pro after her sophomore year—and her clubs. She actually shelved the clubs.

The Cardinal247 team just revealed their top Stanford coaching candidates after Troy Taylor was fired on Tuesday