But Cal’s momentum was fleeting. In the next play, the Bears’ point-after try was no good, leaving the blue and gold behind by eight points before giving the ball to Penix for the first time all night.
After starting 2-1 in nonconference games, the Bears hope to continue their momentum as they begin the most crucial stretch of games this season. But Cal’s first taste of in-conference play is at Washington and the mountain program is far from an easy win.
Cal football held its second fall scrimmage Saturday, closing out one of its final practices open to the public. For players looking to demonstrate why they deserve a higher spot on the depth chart entering the season opener, the scrimmage proved critical for players across multiple skill positions.
The former USC and Pittsburgh quarterback plans to arrive in Provo shortly after the New Year, and he s bringing an arsenal for a receiver group looking to build off departures of Puka Nacua, Gunner Romney and Brayden Cosper.