JAYDN OTT NEWS

Struggle in loss to SMU Ott compiled 13 rushes for 37 yards and caught 1 of 2 targets for negative one yard during Saturday's 38-6 loss against Southern Methodist.

Impact Ott closes out a regular season plagued by injuries with a dud as the Golden Bears went into the game without starting QB Fernando Mendoza who was out with an illness. Ott closes out a disappointing junior season with 105 carries for 301 yards and four touchdowns. Ott and Cal will have one final game on the year as they await their bowl selection.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Struggled in win over Stanford Ott had 10 rushes for 17 yards and hauled in their only target for five yards during Saturday's 24-21 victory versus Stanford.

Impact Ott and the running game struggled against Stanford as Ott managed just 1.7 yards per carry and the Golden Bears only managed to accumulate 75 yards rushing most of which came from quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Back on track in loss to Syracuse Ott accrued 11 rushes for 78 yards and one touchdown and caught 3 of 4 targets for 26 yards during Saturday's 33-25 defeat versus Syracuse.

Impact After a few down games following his return from injury, Ott got back on track as he went for over seven yards a carry while also finding the endzone.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check in win Ott posted 14 carries for 23 yards and reeled in 4 of 5 targets for 19 yards during Friday's 46-36 win against Wake Forest.

Impact Ott was held in check for most of the day as the Golden Bears looked to the passing game to get the offense going.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Light workload in return Ott accrued 10 rushes for 11 yards and caught all four targets for 58 yards during Saturday's 44-7 win against Oregon State.

Impact After struggling with injuries throughout the season Ott made another appearance on Saturday. With the game easily in hand Cal opted to be careful with the use of their star running back.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Will play as expected Ott (lower body) will play Saturday against Oregon State as was initially expected, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact A report surfaced pregame indicating Ott wasn't warming up, but it appears he indeed did so and will play for the Golden Bears. The junior back eners the day with 47 carries for 135 yards and three touchdowns under his belt, adding 11 catches for 115 yards and another score as a receiver.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Conflicting reports regarding status Ott (lower body) was videoed warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Oregon State, per Rivals.com. A different report indicated he was not warming up.

Impact Given the video evidence of Ott warming up, the Rivals report seems to have a bit more weight to it, suggesting the report earlier in the day suggesting Ott will play is still the likely outcome. There is some risk to inserting him into lineups, however, as conflicting reports surfaced ahead of warmups.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Appears likely to sit Ott (lower body) doesn't appear in line to play Saturday versus Oregon State, Jeff Faraudo of SI.com reports.

Impact Ott has missed the past pair of weeks due to injury, and it doesn't seem as though the star back will be available despite taking part in early warmups and looking ready to roll. Barring a late change in fortune, the junior will turn his sights toward next week against Wake Forest for his next chance to return.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Ott (lower body) is expected to play Saturday against Oregon State, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.

Impact Ott will look to make his return to the field after sitting out the past two weeks due to a lower body injury. Throughout his first four appearances this season, he has carried the ball 47 times for 135 yards and three touchdowns in addition to catching 11 passes for 115 yards and another touchdown.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing for Cal's next game Ott (lower body) is practicing for California's game Saturday against Oregon State, Rivals reports.

Impact Ott practicing indicates he can be available for California's game Saturday. Once again, his injury status is questionable as the Golden Bears prepare to finish their October schedule. Ott's lone October game saw him record more carries than rushing yards, though he also sported three receptions for 75 yards and one touchdown as a receiving option.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus NC State Ott (lower body) is out Saturday versus North Carolina State, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ott will miss his third game of the season as he continues to deal with a nagging lower body injury. Through four games, he has rushed 47 times for 135 yards and three touchdowns and added 11 catches for 115 yards and one touchdown through the air. Jaivian Thomas will lead the Golden Bears' backfield once again.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Cal's Jaydn Ott Listed as Day-to-Day in Lead-Up to NC State Game Coach Justin Wilcox didn't offer any definitive good news for Cal fans on the injury front on Tuesday. He said that star running back Jaydn...

OCTOBER 15 • SI.COM

Described as 'day-to-day' Ott (lower-body) is considered day-to-day, Rivals.com reports.

Impact Ott missed California's game last week against Pittsburgh after a lower-body issue popped up for the tailback when the Bears played Miami the week prior. He's battled through injury this season, but appears to have a chance to play this week against NC State on Saturday afternoon. If the starting running back can't go, expect Jaivian Thomas to handle the majority of the workload in the backfield once again.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Ott won't play in Saturday's game against Pittsburgh due to a lower-body injury, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ott aggravated a lower-body injury last week that he had been dealing with throughout the season, and will be unavailable against Pitt. The running back has struggled on the ground in 2024, averaging 2.9 yards per carry on 47 attempts. However, he's scored four touchdowns in four games. Jaivian Thomas should step in as the No. 1 back, while Byron Cardwell and Kadarius Calloway mix in. Ott's next chance to play will come Oct. 19 against NC State.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Probable vs. Pitt Ott (undisclosed) is considered probable for California's game against Pittsburgh, Rivals.com reports.

Impact Ott missed Week 3 against San Diego State, but has played in the Golden Bears' last two games. It's unclear what the star tailback's ailment is, but he seems likely to suit up against the Panthers at this point barring further developments. Ott has ran for135 yards and three touchdowns this season while catching 12 passes for 115 yards and a score.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in loss to Miami Ott had seven carries for two yards and one touchdown and caught 3 of 4 targets for 75 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 39-38 loss against Miami (FL).

Impact Ott wasn't able to get things going on the ground however the star running back made his presence felt in the passing game as he caught three passes for 75 yards including a 66-yard touchdown reception.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Main ball carrier in return Ott tallied 16 carries for 73 yards and gathered in all four targets for six yards during Saturday's 14-9 loss versus Florida State.

Impact After missing last week's contest with an injury, Ott came back and was immediately back in his lead man role as he received 16 of the team's carries 23 carries by running backs. Ott was did a solid job with his workload rushing for 4.6 yards per carry.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Saturday Ott (undisclosed) is set to play Saturday at Florida State, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ott will return to the field in the ACC opener after missing last Saturday's game versus San Diego State. He has rushed 24 times for 60 yards and two touchdowns this season, so he will likely get plenty of work versus the 0-3 Seminoles.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

FSU football preparing to face Cal RB Jaydn Ott, who may be toughest challenge of season See who Mike Norvell believes is a threat on Cal's team.

SEPTEMBER 18 • TALLAHASSEE.COM

Considered probable for FSU Ott (undisclosed) is deemed probable by head coach Justin Wilcox, Rivals.com reports.

Impact Ott didn't play against San Diego State in Week 3 while nursing an undisclosed injury. The tailback was close to seeing the field, as we has considered day-to-day and went through pre-game warm ups. Thus, it tracks that he's now probable for Week 4 against Florida State. If he does play, the start tailback should immediately re-assume the starting role.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Observed not wearing pads Ott was observed no longer wearing his jersey during the first quarter of Saturday's game against San Diego State, Rivals.com reports.

Impact After suiting up and participating during pregame warmups, it appeared Ott was heading towards being active for this matchup, as he was seen out of his pads and jersey on the sideline before the team's second drive. In his absence, Jaivian Thomas should see an expanded role.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suited up, going through warmups Ott (undisclosed) was observed wearing his uniform and going through warmups for Saturday's game against San Diego State, Rivals.com reports.

Impact Ott was considered questionable for this matchup but seems to be ready to go after suiting up for pregame warmups. The junior running back was limited to just 10 carries during last week's contest and will look to bounce back during this game.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Ott is considered day-to-day as California preps for San Diego State, Rivals.com reports.

Impact It's unclear what the nature of Ott's injury is, but thankfully for the Golden Bears it doesn't appear to be all that serious. The tailback is a critical part of this offense, despite the fact that he was bottled up this past week against Auburn to the tune of 11 yards on 10 carries. It's been tough sledding for the tailback in both weeks in terms of yards-per-carry, but he'll look to change that against the Aztecs if he can indeed play.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Tough day in win over Auburn Ott accrued 10 rushes for 11 yards during Saturday's 21-14 victory versus Auburn.

Impact Ott came into the day fresh off an injury and it showed as he struggled to gain much of anything. While Ott led the Golden Bears in rushes with 10, Cal spread the ball around on the ground with 33 carries across five different players.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tough day in win over Auburn Ott accrued 10 rushes for 11 yards during Saturday's 21-14 victory versus Auburn.

Impact Ott came into the day fresh off an injury and it showed as he struggled to gain much of anything. While Ott led the Golden Bears in rushes with 10, Cal spread the ball around on the ground with 33 carries across five different players.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE