The California Golden Bears continued their season of struggle with a loss to the SMU Mustangs at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas, on October 24, 2026. Quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, wearing number 3, was pursued by SMU's Marques White during the first half of the contest.
The defeat extends a difficult period for the Bears, who have faced mounting challenges throughout the campaign. Photographs from the game captured the intensity of the matchup, with Ron Jenkins of Getty Images documenting the action.
