Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele on Cal’s New Era, Sophomore Leap & NFL Goals | Sports Illustrated

Sports Illustrated staff writer Bryan Fischer sits down with Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele at ACC Media Days in Charlotte in July 2026. Sagapolutele discusses what he learned during his freshman season, cutting down on mistakes, and how the game has started to slow down entering year two. He also talks about Cal's new coaching staff, the energy around the program, changes to the offense, building chemistry with new teammates, preparing for an NFL-style system, and why he believes the Bears are better equipped to finish close games in 2026.