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Ron Rivera has returned to the University of California as a high‑profile general manager, bringing a lucrative contract, sweeping authority and a clear vision for the Golden Bears’ future.
The university announced Rivera's appointment as football general manager, outlining salary, duties, and contractual safeguards.
Virginia will welcome California to Scott Stadium on November 14, a first‑time meeting that could decide the ACC race. Coach Tony Elliott stresses the importance of finishing strong, while Cal’s new coach Tosh Lupoi looks to reshape the roster after a wave of departures.
Tosh Lupoi’s return and Ron Rivera’s aggressive front‑office overhaul have sparked a recruiting boom and financial turnaround for California football, positioning the program as a sleeper contender for the upcoming season.
The Mountain West Conference will field a fresh lineup in 2026 after losing five schools to the Pac‑12 and welcoming three newcomers. With Boise State no longer in the league, a new champion will emerge, and 16 marquee games will shape the season.
Dane Weber, a four-star quarterback from Chaparral High School, has trimmed his recruitment list to three programs. He will soon set foot on the Berkeley campus before heading to Cincinnati and UCLA for official visits, as each school pursues the dual-threat talent
Four months before kickoff, analysts outline how the Bears' schedule, quarterback development and historic precedents converge on a Clemson clash that could define the 2026 campaign.