JARON-KEAWE SAGAPOLUTELE NEWS

Growing pains persist vs. UVA Sagapolutele was 19-for-30 passing for 213 yards and two interceptions during Saturday's 31-21 defeat versus Virginia. He also had seven rushes for -42 yards.

Impact Sagapolutele was facing a feisty Virginia team, but the quarterback continued to display warts attributable to a true freshman. He completed 63.3 percent of his passes and was still rather efficient in that regard, but his two interceptions sank the Golden Bears. His touchdown-to-interception ratio now stands at 11-to-9 on the season. Sagapolutele is still indisputably the future for California, but he remains too raw to topple the ACC's top programs.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

No. 15 Virginia beats California 31-21 for 7th straight win

J’Mari Taylor rushed for two touchdowns and No. 15 Virginia extended its winning streak to seven straight games for the first time since 2007 by beating California 31-21

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Bounce-back effort not enough Sagapolutele completed 24 of 39 passes for 286 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 42-34 overtime loss to Virginia Tech.

Impact It was a nice rebound performance from Sagapolutele, who was largely inefficient in the Golden Bears' win over North Carolina. Against the Hokies, he flipped that script by completing 61.5 percent of his passes on 7.3 yards per attempt, but his improved play through the air wasn't enough to get it done and beat Virginia Tech. Sagapolutele has now taken care of the football for two straight games and continues to develop before our eyes, but the stat-sheet-stuffing performances aren't there on a consistent basis quite yet.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Kyron Drones leads Virginia Tech over California 42-34 in double OT

Kyron Drones threw a touchdown pass in the second overtime before running for the two-point conversion and Virginia rallied last in a 42-34 victory over California

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Iffy day enough for win Sagapolutele completed 21 of 39 passes for 209 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 21-18 victory versus North Carolina. He also had five rushes for negative eight yards with on...

Impact Sagapolutele's efficiency dipped against the Tar Heels' defense, as he complete just 53.8 percent of his passes. Still, after a three-interception outing against Duke the week prior, it was vital for the true freshman to bounce back by taking care of the football, and he did exactly that. And while he hasn't been much of a threat running the football, he scored his second rushing touchdown of the year against UNC. Sagapolutele still has yet to throw for less than 200 yards and next, he'll get to face a suspect Virginia Tech defense.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Brent Austin's goal-line heroics secure California's 21-18 win over Belichick and North Carolina

Brent Austin forces a fumble at the goal line and recovers it in the end zone, securing California's 21-18 victory over North Carolina on Friday night

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Harassed by Duke defense in loss Sagapolutele completed 20 of 31 passes for 245 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions during Saturday's 45-21 loss to Duke. He also had eight rushes for -40 yards.

Impact Sagapolutele threw three picks, which is the biggest thing that jumps out to you about his stat-line. Still, it's worth noting the true freshman was under duress all day, absorbing six sacks from the Blue Devils' front; he didn't get much help from his blockers up front or the rest of his offense. It was the gunslinger's most forgettable day yet, but he has an excellent chance to bounce back in Week 8 following a bye, as the Golden Bears are set to host Bill Belichick and the hapless Tar Heels.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back vs. BC Sagapolutele was 22-for-34 passing for 254 yards, two touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 28-24 victory against Boston College.

Impact Sagapolutele struggled in California's shocking blowout loss to San Diego State in Week 4, but the true freshman sensation bounced back with a solid performance in a win over Boston College. After his efficiency took a concerning dip against the Aztecs, he addressed that issue by completing 64.7 percent of his passes. Through five games, the gunslinger has tossed for 1,234 yards with nine total touchdowns. Next up, the Golden Bears host Duke in Week 6.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele throws late TD and Luke Ferrelli picked off a pass, lifting Cal past BC

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele hit tight end Mason Mini on 51-yard TD with 1:30 to play and Luke Ferrelli picked off a pass in the end zone with 15 seconds left, sending California to a...

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Struggles as Cal torched by SDSU Sagapolutele was 17-for-38 passing for 208 yards and two interceptions during Saturday's 34-0 loss versus San Diego State.

Impact Sagapolutele hasn't looked much like a true freshman so far this season, but he certainly did in California's 34-0 meltdown against San Diego State. He tossed his second and third interceptions on the year while completing a season-low 44.7 percent of his passes. Nothing went right for the Golden Bears in an ugly loss, and their freshman quarterback's performance was a microcosm of that. Sagapolutele will look to bounce back in Week 6 against Boston College.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles as Cal torched by SDSU Sagapolutele was 17-for-38 passing for 208 yards and two interceptions during Saturday's 34-0 loss versus San Diego State.

Impact Sagapolutele hasn't looked much like a true freshman so far this season, but he certainly did in California's 34-0 meltdown against San Diego State. He tossed his second and third interceptions on the year while completing a season-low 44.7 percent of his passes. Nothing went right for the Golden Bears in an ugly loss, and their freshman quarterback's performance was a microcosm of that. Sagapolutele will look to bounce back in Week 6 against Boston College.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Dices up the Gophers Sagapolutele completed 24 of 38 passes for 279 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 27-14 victory over Minnesota. He also had six rushes for -15 yards.

Impact Sagapolutele created lots of buzz for his Week 1 performance as a true freshman when he tossed for three touchdowns against Oregon State. He came back down to earth a little in Week 2, but once again lit it up with his arm in Week 3 against Minnesota. He tossed for three touchdowns again with solid efficiency (63.2 percent) especially for a true freshman. Cal has a favorable matchup next week against San Diego State as well, so the quarterback may be able to stack great performances.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Dices up the Gophers Sagapolutele completed 24 of 38 passes for 279 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 27-14 victory over Minnesota. He also had six rushes for -15 yards.

Impact Sagapolutele created lots of buzz for his Week 1 performance as a true freshman when he tossed for three touchdowns against Oregon State. He came back down to earth a little in Week 2, but once again lit it up with his arm in Week 3 against Minnesota. He tossed for three touchdowns again with solid efficiency (63.2 percent) especially for a true freshman. Cal has a favorable matchup next week against San Diego State as well, so the quarterback may be able to stack great performances.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 13 • USATODAY.COM

Comes back to Earth in Week 2 Sagapolutele completed 26 of 37 passes for 259 yards and one interception during Saturday's 35-3 win versus Texas Southern. He also had four rushes for seven yards with one touchdo...

Impact Sagapolutele took the college football world by storm with his three-touchdown debut as a true freshman last week against Oregon State. In Week 2, he came back down to earth a little bit, not picking up a touchdown through the air and throwing an interception. However, he also improved his efficiency, completing over 70 percent of his passes, and threw for more yards while also finding the end zone with his legs.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

California rolls past Texas Southern 35-3 behind Raphael's big day

Kendrick Raphael ran for a career-high 131 yards and a touchdown, and California beat Texas Southern 35-3 on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Pro Football Focus Spotlights Cal QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele Cal freshman quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele has picked up his first weekly honor. It’s not likely to be his last. Pro Football Focus n...

SEPTEMBER 1 • SI.COM

Shines in college debut Sagapolutele completed 20 of 30 passes for 234 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 34-15 victory against Oregon State. He also had two rushes for 30 yards.

Impact Sagapolutele's play exceeded his age and experience in California's opener. Three touchdowns, no interceptions and over 66 percent completion will certainly play, especially in your first career game. The Golden Bears look like they got one in the true freshman quarterback. What's more, after opening the season on the road with Oregon State, Cal gets an easier Week 2 opponent at home versus Texas Southern.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, Cal too strong for Oregon State Freshman Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele threw for three touchdowns to lead California to a 34-15 victory over Oregon State on Saturday in Corvalli...

AUGUST 31 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Sagapolutele throws for 3 touchdowns and California downs Oregon State 34-15

Freshman Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele debuted at quarterback for California and threw for 234 yards and three touchdowns in a 34-15 victory over Oregon State

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 29 • FOX SPORTS

Ron Rivera returns to Cal to revive football program amid challenges

Ron Rivera has taken on a new role as general manager of California's football program

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

Cal names freshman Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele as starting QB for season opener

Freshman Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele will start the season opener for California at Oregon State on August 30

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Cal names true freshman Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele starting QB Sagapolutele, a five-star recruit from Hawaii, will join Jared Goff as the only Bears true freshman quarterbacks to start a season-opening g...

AUGUST 18 • MERCURYNEWS.COM

Named starting QB Sagapolutele has won California's quarterback competition, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com.

Impact California picks its freshman gunslinger to lead its offense over the Ohio State transfer Devin Brown. This is an intriguing pick as Brown was widely considered the favorite with his three years of experience in Columbus, but the Golden Bears are rolling with the freshman and the upside. He'll get his first shot to prove himself in the opener against Oregon State on August 30.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE