🚨💥 EXCL | Soufiane El-Faouzi contract extension - DONE DEAL ✔️
Agreement in principle now reached with Schalke 04 over a new contract until 2030. His salary will be increased to reflect his performances. Signing soon. #S04 determined to keep him at least one more year.
23 y/o top midfielder wanted to stay and turned down interest from Premier League, Serie A and Bundesliga clubs.
@SkySportDE 🇲🇦
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻📉
Cal didn’t make the Top 2 for Uhila Wolfgramm, even after his official visit.
Tough outcome for the Bears, especially for a high‑ceiling edge prospect who had strong momentum throughout his recruitment.
Still, nothing but respect for his process — wishing him the best as he moves toward his final decision.
#GoBears #CalFootball
🐻⏰ Commitment Dates ⏰🐻
Big week ahead in recruiting.
Two 4⭐ & two 3⭐️ prospects are announcing their commitments — Jason Johnson (June 29), Fui Vakapuna (June 29), Eli Woodard (June 30) and Hayden Stepp (July 1).
These are elite talents across DL, LB, WR and CB, and every announcement has the potential to shift momentum.
Stay locked in — this stretch is going to be huge.
#CalFootball #GoBears
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Vankino Bethea has received an offer from Cal.
The Class of 2029 defensive back from Miami Southridge / Rise Preparatory Academy continues to emerge as one of the most promising young DBs in South Florida.
At 6’1 and 160 pounds, Bethea brings length, fluid movement, and natural coverage instincts that stand out early in his development.
Competing in one of the toughest football regions in the country, he’s already building a strong reputation as a rising underclassman with high long‑term upside. Cal has now officially entered the race for a talented young defender with the tools to grow into a major impact player.
@vankino3 #GoBears #CalFootball @JerryRecruiting
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Khalil Thomas has received an offer from Cal.
The Class of 2029 DB from Miami, Florida continues to rise as one of the most promising young defensive backs in the country.
At 6’0 and 165 pounds, Thomas brings length, fluidity, and natural instincts that stand out early in his development.
Already holding 17 Division I offers, he’s earned recognition as a fast‑emerging talent and a member of the Rising Stars All South Florida Team — one of the toughest regions in the nation for high‑level competition.
Cal has now officially entered the race for a dynamic young defender with big upside and a bright future ahead.
@_khaliltb #GoBears #CalFootball @JerryRecruiting
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Jackson Parker has received an offer from Cal.
The Class of 2028 ATH from Garces Memorial High School continues to rise as one of the most versatile and academically strong young prospects in California.
At 6’4 and 189 pounds, Parker brings length, athleticism, and two‑way impact as a FB/WR and FS.
With a 4.19 weighted GPA and 3.9 unweighted, he pairs high‑level performance on the field with elite discipline in the classroom — exactly the profile Cal targets. His combination of size, versatility, and football IQ makes him one of the most intriguing underclassmen in the region.
Cal has now officially entered the race for a high‑ceiling athlete who can contribute in multiple phases.
@JacksonP0631 #GoBears #CalFootball
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Jace Grass has received an offer from Cal.
The 3⭐️ QB from D.W. Daniel High School continues to rise as one of the most productive and heavily recruited signal-callers in the Class of 2028.
At 6’1 and 185 pounds, Grass brings poise, accuracy, and mobility — traits that have already earned him 22 Division I offers.
His combination of arm talent, decision‑making, and competitive toughness makes him one of the most intriguing young quarterbacks in the Southeast. With Cal now officially in the mix, his recruitment adds another major program to an already elite list.
@JaceGrass4 #GoBears #CalFootball
🚨📣 Recruiting Update 🐻🚨
BREAKING: BRODY RUDNICKI IS A BEAR.
The ELITE 2027 QB has committed to Cal — a massive addition to the future in Berkeley.
@BrodyRudnicki#GoBears#CalFootball#Committed
Cal checks in as the No. 35 team in #CFB27 with an offense rated 85, a defense rated 78 and an overall rating of 81.
#Calgorithm — what do you think?
#GoBears#CalFootball
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻📈
4⭐️ DL Sam LeJeune will announce his commitment on Wednesday, June 24 at 6:30 PM ET.
Cal, Washington and Florida State are the final three schools still in the race for the talented defensive lineman.
Big moment coming on Wednesday.
#GoBears #CalFootball @sam_lejeune08
3⭐️ LB Fui Vakapuna has shared new shots from his Official Visit at Cal — thanking the staff for an “awesome OV” and saying he had the best time in the Bay.
The energy around his recruitment keeps building.
@Fvakapuna#GoBears#CalFootball
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Jameson Mitzel has received an offer from Cal.
The Class of 2028 LB/TE from De La Salle High School continues to emerge as one of the most physically impressive and versatile young prospects in Northern California.
At 6’3 and 225 pounds, Mitzel brings a powerful frame, strong movement skills, and the ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball.
His combination of size, athleticism, and football IQ makes him a high‑upside two‑way player with long‑term potential at multiple positions. Cal has now officially entered the race for a tough, disciplined, and fast‑developing athlete who fits the program’s identity.
@jamesonmitzel #GoBears #CalFootball
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there.
Today we celebrate the men who lead with strength, support with heart, and show up in every moment that matters.
Thank you for guiding, teaching, and believing — your impact lasts a lifetime.
Enjoy your day, dads. You’ve earned it.
#FathersDay #HappyFathersDay #FathersDay2026 #GoBears #CalFootball
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Damari Dean has received an offer from Cal.
The 3⭐️ WR from De La Salle High School continues to rise as one of the most explosive young athletes in the Class of 2028.
At 6’2 and 170 pounds with a 3.47 GPA, Dean brings an elite blend of speed, length, and academic discipline.
His track numbers speak for themselves — a blazing 10.32 in the 100 meters and a 4.4 40‑yard dash — making him one of the fastest underclassmen in the region. With versatility to impact the game on both sides of the ball, he’s quickly becoming a national name to watch.
Cal has now officially entered the race for a high‑ceiling playmaker with true game‑breaking potential.
@DamariTre #GoBears #CalFootball
📣 Recruiting Update 🐻
Osias Bolton has received an offer from Cal.
The Class of 2028 running back from Folsom High School continues to rise as one of the most promising young offensive playmakers in Northern California.
At 5’11 and 195 pounds with a strong 3.6 GPA, Bolton brings a blend of power, balance, and burst that stands out early in his development.
His production, physical profile, and competitive edge have already put him firmly on the radar — and now Cal has officially entered the race for a high‑upside back who can impact an offense in multiple ways.
@Hollywoodcycy #GoBears #CalFootball