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The University of California Berkeley’s football program is entering a transformative phase as the 2026 season approaches, marked by a wave of player transfers, new leadership and a palpable buzz among fans.
With a $3 million NIL deal for quarterback Jaron‑Keawe Sagapolutele, historic fundraising and a vision for a sold‑out Memorial Stadium, Cal aims to overcome deficits and revive its football program under head coach Tosh Lupoi.
At ACC Media Day, Cal head coach Tosh Lupoi highlighted the university’s academic stature, NFL alumni network, and strategic ties to Bay Area Fortune 500 firms, while emphasizing cultural connections to Hawaii and a surge in recruiting momentum.
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.
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.