
Cal Bears unveil revamped defensive scheme for 2026 season
The Bears' defense will feature a new 2‑5 scheme, with eight transfers competing for starting spots as the team aims to contend for a national title.
Jul 25, 2026
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The Bears' defense will feature a new 2‑5 scheme, with eight transfers competing for starting spots as the team aims to contend for a national title.

With a fresh coaching staff, returning quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele and a revamped receiving corps, the Golden Bears aim to translate early momentum into on‑field success.

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.