Overview
- Sagapolutele confirmed Saturday he will remain at Cal for the 2026 season rather than entering the transfer portal.
- He posted a photo with Tosh Lupoi from Hawaii and wrote that he believes in Cal, thanking the new coach for visiting his family.
- Lupoi flew to Hawaii hours after his introductory news conference to meet Sagapolutele, a move credited in multiple reports with sealing the decision.
- The true freshman threw for 3,117 yards and 17 touchdowns in 12 games, earned multiple weekly honors and led Cal to a 7-5 regular season.
- With the quarterback returning, Cal enters the Dec. 24 Hawaii Bowl against Hawaii with continuity at the position and a clear focal point for 2026.