On the importance of a 3-0 start:
“It plays a big role in giving the younger guys confidence going into the game. Knowing that we have to keep the streak going and keep our momentum flowing is going to give us that little boost that the team needs.”

On possibly moving to 4-0:
“Our main goal isn’t to protect our record; we can’t take no chances on other teams losing or hoping this or that happens. We’ve got to keep the ball in our court, keep winning. So far, Stanford’s on the top, and we have to take what is ours, not leave our fate in other people’s hands.”

On the UCLA running game matching up with Stanford’s:
“There’s been a lot of talk about that, but I think up guys up front are ready. We’re ready to prove ourselves, get the respect we deserve.”