"I got past the DB, Hogan threw a great ball and I was able to make a play on it," Owusu said.

The quarterbacks spread the football around Saturday during Stanford's annual open practice at the Elliott Practice Field. Thirteen players caught at least one pass as quarterbacks Kevin Hogan (8-of-11), Keller Chryst (7-of-11) and Ryan Burns (4-of-7) combined for 274 yards on 19 completions during the scrimmage.

"I hope to fit in wherever the team needs me," said Stallworth. "Wherever I can help contribute to the team's success as best I can."

Owusu and Stallworth have received many reps during fall practice and are making the most of them.

"It all starts with leadership and that comes from No. 8," he said. "He's been here for a while and everybody trusts him. We're just going to try and follow what he says and I think that's going to lead to a great season."

Added fifth-year senior Rollins Stallworth: "I thought it went well. There was a lot of energy and everyone was working hard. We executed and we're all pulling for each other and working together."

Owusu's older brother, Chris, was a standout receiver and kickoff returner for the Cardinal and now plays for the New York Giants. They talk every day.

"We definitely have a lot of guys that are making plays," said Owusu. "Some young guys are stepping up. I think we're going to be good. We have a mix between veterans and young guys."

"We've been working hard at it," he said. "We're excited about what we're going to put on tape this year."

Stallworth said two points of emphasis have been converting on third down and scoring touchdowns in the red zone.

EXTRA POINTS: Freshman running back Bryce Love continues to impress. He rushed for a team-high 77 yards on five carries and burst through the defense for a 65-yard touchdown run . . . Junior tight end Austin Hooper led the Cardinal with three catches for 54 yards. Sophomore tight end Dalton Schultz also made two catches and has been impressive . . . Freshman Jake Bailey wowed the sun-baked crowd and his teammates by launching several towering punts . . . Head coach David Shaw was impressed by the play of sophomore fullback Daniel Marx . . . Practice visitors this week included former Stanford head coach Tyrone Willingham, now a member of the College Football Playoff selection committee; former assistant coach Willie Shaw, the father of David Shaw; former Cardinal defensive back and current ESPN football analyst Rod Gilmore; and former linebacker standout Chase Thomas, now working for STRIVR Labs, founded by former Stanford kicker Derek Belch . . . Also on hand were 60 Minutes Sports and ESPN GameDay.

As part of Stanford football's annual open house, kids were invited to participate in football drills, games and contests after practice. Afterward, Stanford players signed autographs at Maples Pavilion.

Competition for the starting right guard and tackle spots remains wide open, especially with the return of Nick Davidson and David Bright.

The battle for the second starting inside linebacker spot remains hotly contested. With Noor Davis sidelined with an injury, Kevin Palma, Jordan Perez, Bobby Okereke and special teams standout Craig Jones are all in the mix.

Cal graduate transfer defensive end Brennan Scarlett had an active practice and assisted on the tackle of his younger brother, Cameron. The freshman running back carried five times for 23 yards.

Defensively, freshman safety Justin Reid led all tacklers with five. He made two solo tackles playing on the second team defense against the first team offense. His older brother, Eric, is a safety for the 49ers.

"The best advice he's given me is just be myself and play how I know how to play," he said. "Just believe in myself and believe in my teammates. Do what I have to do to help the team get the W."

Follow Palo Alto Online and the Palo Alto Weekly on Twitter @paloaltoweekly , Facebook and on Instagram @paloaltoonline for breaking news, local events, photos, videos and more.

Quarterbacks impress at Stanford's annual open house