Following Cal's loss to Auburn last Saturday, I wrote about the state of the Cal football program. With high hopes and an energized fanbase, the Bears once again struggled to convert, resulting in a four-point 14-10 loss to the Tigers.
Justin Wilcox is in his seventh year as Cal head coach, and only has two winning seasons to show for it. You can make as many excuses as you want — stale offensive scheming for the past few years, an apathetic fanbase, unfavorable media deals, COVID-19 — but it’s clear that this is becoming an issue.
That being said, after everything I’ve seen following Saturday’s loss, this is one of the biggest takeaways I have for fans: Take it easy on the players. Hold the program accountable, hold the coaching staff accountable. But don’t take it out on the athletes. You’re allowed to be critical without being downright cruel.
Read my (first!) column on the state of Cal football following the loss against Auburn:
cal.rivals.com
Justin Wilcox is in his seventh year as Cal head coach, and only has two winning seasons to show for it. You can make as many excuses as you want — stale offensive scheming for the past few years, an apathetic fanbase, unfavorable media deals, COVID-19 — but it’s clear that this is becoming an issue.
That being said, after everything I’ve seen following Saturday’s loss, this is one of the biggest takeaways I have for fans: Take it easy on the players. Hold the program accountable, hold the coaching staff accountable. But don’t take it out on the athletes. You’re allowed to be critical without being downright cruel.
Read my (first!) column on the state of Cal football following the loss against Auburn:
GoldenBearReport - Column: Cal's loss to Auburn signifies deeper issues
Cal had an opportunity to make a statement Saturday. Instead, it turned into a familiar feeling for the Bears.
cal.rivals.com
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