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NFL Draft Recap (Day 3)

2012-05-02T11:52:00.003-07:00

5th Round Marvin Jones (166th Overall) - Cincinnati Bengals You know this to me might have been the surprise of the draft among the Golden Bears selected. Oh wait, nevermind, the Jaguars selected a punter in the third round. Then this has to be the second biggest surprise. Even heading into the combine, I was sure that that Jones was likely a 2nd or 3rd round selection, and that was

NFL Draft Recap (Day 2)

2012-04-27T20:42:00.002-07:00

A great day for the Bears and the NFL. Our Golden Bears were represented well in the NFL, with three Cal players drafted in rounds 2 and 3. 2nd Round Mitchell Schwartz (37th Overall) - Cleveland Browns The four year starter became the first Bear taken in the draft. With the 37th overall pick, Cleveland chose Mitchell Schwartz as their future right tackle to work alongside another former Cal

Spring Football Experience Videos

2012-04-25T05:31:00.000-07:00

While you can watch the entire scrimmage here thanks to TouchedtheAxein82, the athletic department did a fine job in churning out these videos that really highlights the events of Cal's Spring Game this past year. Anyone who has followed Cal football these past few years are probably wondering if this is the same athletic department. Seriously, for as starved for football access as we have been

Spring Scrimmage Thoughts

2012-04-24T18:33:00.000-07:00

Here are some quick thoughts on the Spring Scrimmage. Some units will have more written about them than others, and certain players warrant more of a mention based on a combination of performances and my own interest. You can find Bear Insider’s scoring stats and summary of the game here. Quarterbacks By and large, I was pretty content with the quarterback play this year. Not speaking

Spring Game Videos

2012-04-23T17:54:00.001-07:00

TouchedtheAxein82 does it again. He's got the entire Spring Game up for those who were unable to make it out, or just want something to hold themselves for the next four and a half months until they get to watch the Bears hit the field again. Quarters 1, 2, 3 Quarter 4 - The Game Winner!

Spring Preview - Linebackers

2012-04-11T11:25:00.003-07:00

(Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images North America)On Monday, I wrote that Cal’s defensive line unit had me the most excited, but I’ve got to say I’m most intrigued by the Bears’ young linebacking corps. When it’s all said and done, this group has the potential to be the most dominant group for the Bears.2011 Position Wrap-UpWith the Bears breaking in young starters at the OLB spots, there was a bit

ESPN's Ted Miller Interviews Jeff Tedford

2012-04-10T16:40:00.003-07:00

Tedford looks absolutely thrilled to take questions from Ted Miller.But seriously, it's a fairly standard interview, and Tedford seems to have his Spring Practice rhetoric down pat at this point. There weren't any "no question about it"s, but Tedford reiterated some of the major points that he's shared with the media the past several weeks.A quick summary:- It's "night and day" when looking at

Spring Practice Recap Video

2012-04-10T11:21:00.003-07:00

The Cal Athletics Video Production department seems to be doing more than ever in terms of releasing footage of Spring Ball. While Coach Tedford has shut down nearly any media access, it's a bit refreshing to see something of what the Bears are doing. We're starved for anything we can get.If anything, you can watch from the 0:29 mark over and over again. Brendon "Bam Bam" Bigelow provides

Spring Preview - Defensive Line

2012-04-09T10:16:00.003-07:00

(Image: GoldenBearSports)My Goal? To get through this Spring Preview Series before spring practices finish. I shall get it done. Today, we begin previewing the defense with the deepest unit on the defensive side of the ball: the defensive line.2011 Position Wrap-UpThe Bears continued their recent trend of strong defensive line play despite losing first-round draft pick Cameron Jordan the year

Spring Preview: Tight Ends

2012-03-28T10:14:00.003-07:00

(The coaching staff will need Hagan to step up among others.)The team is on Spring Break right now which coincides with the short hiatus I took from blogging. While they're away, we keep chugging along with the next unit: the tight end group.2011 Position Wrap-UpAfter a solid sophomore campaign, departed senior Anthony Miller never seemed to get quite back to the level that most expected him to

Cal First Spring Practice Video 2012

2012-03-17T13:51:00.005-07:00

Liking what Cal's Athletic Marketing Department has been churning out the past few days in terms of videos. The first video recaps the Bears' first rainy practice. It makes your ordinary practice look flat out epic, though part of it could be the first fresh football footage in over three months.I'll take it.

Spring Preview: Offensive Line

2012-03-14T11:28:00.002-07:00

(Dreaming of a return to dominance)Cal's first Spring Practice was postponed to Thursday due to weather. Good call. Teams only get 15 during the spring, and you want to make sure you get good quality work in.That don't stop me though. The only thing that does is laziness or apathy. Shooo...Let's take a look at the offensive line.2011 Position Wrap UpBy and large the offensive line seemed to

Spring Preview: Wide Receiver

2012-03-13T08:07:00.003-07:00

(No Spring Ball for Keenan Allen)As Spring Ball starts up today, we take a look at the unit with the most immediate depth issues, the wide receiver corps.2011 Position Wrap UpWhile it would be inaccurate to label 2011 “the Keenan Allen Show,” one would be hardpressed to find many other suitable titles. With his brother slinging him the ball, Allen had one of the best single seasons ever by a

Spring Preview: Runningback

2012-03-12T08:50:00.003-07:00

(Is Daniel Lasco ready? image:Scout.com)We’re continuing on with our look at each unit in preparation for spring ball. Next up, runningback.2011 Position Wrap UpIsi Sofele was the unquestioned starter all season, dating back to his claiming the position outright during spring ball. Many Cal fans had clammy hands about the notion, not sold on Sofele’s ability or size as an every down back. “He’s

Spring Preview: Quarterback

2012-03-07T11:48:00.004-08:00

(Will Maynard be looking over his shoulder this season? (Daily Cal)) We’re taking a look at each unit as the team prepares for Spring Camp which starts up March 14th and ends on April 21st. We start with the most scrutinized position in all of football, the quarterback spot.2011 Position Wrap-upMost praise and blame fell on the shoulders of newly anointed starter Zach Maynard. The junior

6 Cal Players Invited to the NFL Combine

2012-02-08T10:44:00.000-08:00

The 2012 Meat Market (NFL Draft) is coming up and let the hysteria begin!6 Cal players were invited to this year's NFL Combine in Indianapolis.Bryan Anger - Punter Sean Cattouse - SafetyTrevor Guyton - Defensive EndMarvin Jones - Wide Receiver Mychal Kendricks - Linebacker Mitchell Schwartz - Offensive TackleAfter the jump, my thoughts on each prospect's chances and some notable

Aaron Rodgers, Your NFL MVP

2012-02-06T14:19:00.000-08:00

This announcement came over the weekend, but I wanted to post the good news once I got the actual footage of ARod's acceptance speech which you can see here.Rodgers won the award in a near unanimous fashion, earning 48 of the possible 50 votes (Drew Brees earned the other two). A look at what he accomplished this season, and it's no wonder why. On top of leading his team to a 15-1 record,

Student Athletic High Performance Center

2012-02-04T13:27:00.000-08:00

Continuing on with the theme of positivity, the CalBearsGOBig has a nice video up of the new Student Athletic High Performance Center.It's awesome to finally see some footage of the actual SAHPC instead of mockups and photographs.I must say, the facility is impressive. I do think the overall design of the center is a bit understated in terms of style, but amazing in the sheer vastness of the

National Signing Day Is Here!

2012-02-01T06:47:00.000-08:00

Finally, Cal fans, know that by the end of the day you'll be able to let out a deep breath and whatever else you've been holding in for the past few months.Look, we're not going to rehash the series of events that have contributed to the Bears possibly signing the top class in the country to battling for the upper tier of the Pac-12 in recruiting. That's been done ad nauseam, but if you want to

Coaching Fallout (Part II)

2012-01-18T12:20:00.000-08:00

Cal Football - Where Do We Go? I'll be the first to admit I was shellshocked by the news, first of Lupoi's abrupt exit and Kiesau's ensuing departure.And the events didn't hurt as much as envoke questions of confusion and quite honestly, anger.But honestly, I think we're going to be okay. I'm likely a few months a way from stating this with utter conviction, but I really do think Cal fans have

Coaching Fallout: Lupoi and Kiesau Gone (Part I)

2012-01-18T10:57:00.000-08:00

In my years of running this site, I can't recall a time I've dreaded writing a post. And mind you, we've all seen some rough times over the past few years. This sense of uneasiness then, is rooted in the whirlwind of events over the past few days that have led to some of the greatest questions of stability and loyalty seen in Cal Football in who knows how long.Most questions can be summarized

Cal 2012 Football Schedule Released

2012-01-05T06:07:00.000-08:00

Hey all, back from another break and I'll be hitting up a couple of topics including a yearly review for the team, conference, and the Holiday Bowl recap if I'm up to it.Just wanted to touch on the Cal football schedule that was just released yesterday. Take a look.2012 Cal Football ScheduleSat Sept. 1 Nevada Sat Sept. 8 Southern UtahSat Sept. 15 at Ohio State Sat Sept. 22 at USC Sat Sept. 29

Keys to the Holiday Bowl: Texas

2011-12-27T05:00:00.000-08:00

(Buy yours today)I'm back! Hope you all enjoyed your holidays with your loved ones, because it's time to throw out all decency and get into full on rage mode as your California Golden Bears face the Texas Longhorns.Both team feature a similar 7-5 record, both the trajectory of their respective seasons are markedly different.After dropping three straight games against Washington, Oregon and USC,

Official: Bears Face Texas in Holiday Bowl

2011-12-04T17:46:00.000-08:00

It's official: Your California Golden Bears will be facing the Texas Longhorns in the Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl.Officially Hyped.There are so many good storylines here, which I'll try to get to in next few weeks, but for now, just take it in. It's a fantastic bowl matchup. Looking forward to it.

A Couple of Jeff Tedford Interviews

2011-12-01T15:32:00.000-08:00

Tedford's had an active day with the media today. He had an interview with Yahoo! Sports as well as ESPN.You can listen to Jeff Tedford's interview with Yahoo's Travis Rodgers here.Tedford sounded upbeat, and you can tell having to focus only on recruiting for the last week has done him some good. He spoke a bit about bowl preparations as well as whether he had any preference on which bowl he