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Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele benched as Jackson Brousseau starts for Cal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 3:39 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele benched as Jackson Brousseau starts for Cal
Summary

Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele has been benched ahead of the game against No. 21 Wake Forest on October 18, 2026. Backup Jackson Brousseau, a transfer from Colorado State, will start after leading Cal to a victory over Virginia Tech last week. Sagapolutele, who struggled this season with a 50.2 QB rating, missed recent games due to a concussion but was cleared to play. Head coach Tosh Lupoi stated this decision represents an ongoing competition for the quarterback position. A win today could elevate Cal's standings in the ACC, currently sitting at 3-3.

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  • •Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele has a 50.2 QB rating this season.
  • •Jackson Brousseau was named a game captain for today's matchup.
  • •Brousseau has completed 64% of his passes with three touchdowns this season.
  • •A victory could tie Cal for second place in the ACC.
  • •Tosh Lupoi indicated a quarterback competition moving forward.
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  • 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — Star Cal QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele benched, Jackson Brosseau starts against No. 21 Wake Forest
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Sagapolutele has a 50.2 QB rating this season, good for 84th in the country.

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