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Sagapolutele-to-De Jesus Lifts Cal Over No. 14 Louisville in Overtime

Louisville’s defeat dents its ACC title and playoff 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

  • California won 29-26 at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, converting a fourth-and-goal 3-yard touchdown pass from Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele to Jacob De Jesus after Louisville opened overtime with a 49-yard field goal.
  • Sagapolutele went 30-of-47 for 323 yards and two touchdowns, while De Jesus posted career highs with 16 receptions for 158 yards, including the game-winner.
  • Cal cornerback Hezekiah Masses recorded his fifth interception of the season early in the second half, setting up a 45-yard Chase Meyer field goal that helped the Bears regain control.
  • The victory made Cal bowl-eligible for a third straight season and marked its first win over a ranked opponent since December 2020, ending a run of 14 straight losses in such games.
  • Louisville fell to 7-2 (4-2 ACC) and missed a chance to share first place in the conference, a setback that also weakens the Cardinals’ College Football Playoff positioning.