A big-play offensive attack, and a late-game defensive stand were just enough to allow the Golden Bears to take down an improved UNLV squad, 20-14 at FTX Stadium in Berkeley.
Freshman Running Back Jaydn Ott showed the assembled crowd of 38,180 flashes of what may lie ahead, as Cal (2-0, 0-0) jumped ahead to an early lead, that the Rebels (1-1, 0-0) ultimately never overcame.
Cal QB Jack Plummer high-fives young fans before the beginning of the second half of a game between Cal and UNLV. Cal won 20-14.
Ott capped the Bears first drive with a 2 yard dive, then followed that up by capping an 80-yard drive with a 12 yard reception from Bears QB Jack Plummer that saw Ott soar over a would be tackler as he crossed the goal line. That staked the Golden Bears to a 14-0 lead they were able to keep, despite several key mistakes in all 3 phases. including allowing a successful onside kick attempt just after UNLV had cut the lead 20-14.
The Bears were rescued late by their defense, which was finally able to turn up the heat on sophomore QB Doug Brumfield, leading to two sacks and a game-ending interception by Cal junior CB Isaiah Young on UNLV’s last possession.
Golden Bears cornerback Isaiah Young makes a last-second interception to seal victory for Cal during a game between Cal and UNLV. Cal won 20-14.
With a successful defense of their first two home contests, next week will see the Bears take a major step up in competition, as they hit the road to play 8th-ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Game-time in South Bend is set for 11:30AM West Coast time. The Bears next home game will be in 2 weeks against Arizona.
Cal offensive lineman Sioape Vatikani bursts through the smoke as his squad takes the field during a game between Cal and UNLV. Cal won 20-14.
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