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Cal Upsets No. 14 Louisville 29-26 in Overtime on Fourth-Down TD

The result dents Louisville’s ACC/CFP outlook.

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Cal linebacker Luke Ferrelli, who had seven tackles, wraps up Louisville running back Duke Watson during Saturday’s game in Louisville, Ky. 
Cal’s Kendrick Raphael, who rushed for 83 yards and a touchdown, finds a hole in the Louisville defense during Saturday’s ACC game in Louisville, Ky.
Louisville Cardinals quarterback Miller Moss (7) runs the ball agains the California Golden Bears during the first half at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The victory put Cal at 6-4 (3-3 ACC) and ensured a third consecutive bowl appearance.
  • Freshman Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele went 30-of-47 for 323 yards with two touchdowns in a breakout performance.
  • Jacob De Jesus set career highs with 16 catches for 158 yards and hauled in the 3-yard winner on fourth-and-goal in overtime.
  • After Louisville’s Cooper Ranvier hit a 49-yarder to start overtime, Cal kept the offense on the field and ended the game with the decisive throw.
  • Hezekiah Masses’ interception after halftime set up a 45-yard Chase Meyer field goal as Cal outgained the Cardinals 427-351, while Louisville’s Miller Moss passed for 203 yards and ran for a score.