Joe Roth -The Greatest Golden Bear
Joe Roth -The Greatest Golden Bear
His story was one for the ages. A story that if life rewarded those who richly deserved it would've ended so much differently. As we stand of the eve of Cal's annual tradition of honoring legendary quarterback Joe Roth, we again reflect on all he meant to the university, friends, family and fans.
By Jim McGill
Bear Insider Podcast - The Latest in the Lair: Actor and Cal Grad Ed Quinn
Bear Insider Podcast - The Latest in the Lair: Actor and Cal Grad Ed Quinn
In today’s Bear Insider Podcast, Scott Butler sits down with actor and Cal graduate, Ed Quinn, for a wide-ranging conversation about the past, present, and future of Golden Bears football
By Scott Butler
Bear Insider Cal Weekly Grab Bag – Sep 4, 2026
Bear Insider Cal Weekly Grab Bag – Sep 4, 2026
Our weekly walkthrough of some of the most interesting stories of the week, mainly football and basketball. Not always directly tied to Cal, but they offer useful context for the program’s present and future. As Ron Rivera says, “It’s interesting but not important” —still, some of it's entertaining
By Jim McGill
Cal Special Teams Preview: Angus Davies To Star As Punter
Cal Special Teams Preview: Angus Davies To Star As Punter
Here’s what special teams coach Zach Tinker has in his repertoire, in Bear Insider's last position breakdown before Week 1.
By Joaquin Ruiz
Cal vs. UCLA: What To Expect In Week 1
Cal vs. UCLA: What To Expect In Week 1
Bear Insider previews Saturday night's primetime showdown, a game that's rightfully getting a lot of attention with serious implications and classic bragging rights on the line.
By Bear Insider
Cal Football Safeties and Nickel Backs Preview - Lots of Returning Experience
Cal Football Safeties and Nickel Backs Preview - Lots of Returning Experience
Starting safety and nickel back Isaiah Crosby and Cam Sidney return and are joined by newcomer Kingston Lopa to anchor the middle of the Bears' pass defense this season
By Jim McGill
Bear Insider Ultimate Insider Podcast E134: Cal DT Nate Burrell
Bear Insider Ultimate Insider Podcast E134: Cal DT Nate Burrell
Cal defensive lineman Nate Burrell joins Cal Hall of Fame QB and radio analyst Mike Pawlawski on Ultimate Insider ahead of the Golden Bears' matchup with UCLA to talk about his return from a season-ending knee injury, the lessons he learned during a year away from football and the new defense at Cal
By Mike Pawlawski
Cal Football Tuesday Media - UCLA Game Week
Cal Football Tuesday Media - UCLA Game Week
Head coach Tosh Lupoi, OC Jordan Somerville, DC Michael Hutchings, QB Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele and CB Ricky Fletcher talk about Saturday's season opener
By Jim McGill
Cal Football Inside Linebackers Preview: A Whole New Cast
Cal Football Inside Linebackers Preview: A Whole New Cast
The Bears will be replacing several productive inside backers with All-Conference honors with a new crop of talented young additions this season
By Jim McGill
Cal Edges, OLB Preview: Solomon Williams is Leading the Way
Cal Edges, OLB Preview: Solomon Williams is Leading the Way
Similar to the interior defensive line, the Golden Bears’ ability to set the edge will largely rest on the shoulders of multiple transfer portal acquisitions.
By Joaquin Ruiz
