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Bear Insider Ultimate Insider E131: Cal OG Sioape Vatikani

Cal offensive guard Sioape Vatikani joins Cal Hall of Fame QB and color commentator Mike Pawlawski to talk about what it really takes to build a championship offensive line and how family, humility, discipline and preparation have shaped both his life and his career
By Jim McGill
August 1, 2026
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Everyone notices the quarterback.

They notice the touchdown catch.

They notice the running back breaking free for 40 yards.

What most fans don't notice is the five guys who made it all possible.

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Bear Insider Ultimate Insider E131: Cal OG Sioape Vatikani

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7:06p, 8/1/26
Would love to see Vatikani, Swinney, and Ruffins play their way on to NFL rosters this season! If we have a dominant interior OL, life will be much easier for our running backs, our QB, and talented but still young tackles.

Edit: didn't realize Ruffins was still just a junior and we have him for another season if he wants to stay. That's great for oline stability!
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8:57a, 8/3/26

Keep the quarterback "clean". I really liked how he expressed that.

I was particularly impressed with his expressions about "servanthood". It is precisely the mindset that makes for not only a good player, but a good man as well.

I hope this turns out to be an incredibly good year for him.
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