Cal Bears quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele (3) is under pressure to help Cal end a three game losing streak against the Virginia Cavaliers in their next game on Sat Nov 14, 2026 (AP photo)

Cal Bears podcast Daniel Dullum

1. Can quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele get the Cal offense back on track? The sophomore quarterback has thrown for 1,751 yards and 11 touchdowns this season. Can he exploit Virginia’s secondary with his arm and help the Bears avoid another offensive slowdown?

2. Will Chase Hendricks emerge as Cal’s difference-maker at wide receiver? Hendricks has been one of the Bears’ most productive receiving targets. Can he give Sagapolutele a reliable downfield option and create enough big plays to challenge the Cavaliers?

3. Can Adam Mohammed provide the running-game balance Cal desperately needs? Will Mohammed establish himself early, take pressure off Sagapolutele and help the Bears control the tempo against Virginia?

4. Can Cal’s defense, led by Kamar Mothudi and Kingston Lopa, contain Virginia’s offense? After surrendering 31 points to NC State, can the Bears improve their tackling, pressure the quarterback and prevent the Cavaliers from controlling the game at home?

5. Can Cal finally put together four complete quarters and end its losing streak? The Bears have struggled badly in the second half of recent games. Can players such as Sagapolutele, Hendricks and Mothudi lead a more consistent performance and avenge last season’s 31–21 defeat to Virginia?

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