Today marks the start of the early signing period for prospective student-athletes. Rob and other members of the WFCrew will have a more in-depth breakdown of our signees on Friday—check our YouTube channel for that—but we’ll kick things off with a brief introduction today on all the newest Bears.
This post will be routinely updated with players as they come in, so keep checking back in.
Staying local, the linebackers corp will be bolstered by the addition of three-star Kaleb Elarm-Orrs (0.8853). Looking forward to seeing KJEO represent the East Bay.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
His get-off is ridiculous. Versatile and Athletic, KJEO is staying home in The Bay. 🏠
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4:57 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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He announced his commitment nearly one year ago, but it’s official that Nate Rutchena (three stars, 0.8444) has now joined the Bears.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
Wherever the ball is, that’s where you’ll find Nate. He’s just a football player! 🏈
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4:47 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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The first name announced by Cal Athletics was three-star (0.8706) offensive lineman Bastian Swinney.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
From Minnesota to Cal, can’t wait to have his big personality and high football IQ in our locker room 🗣️
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2:24 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Continuing our Arizona pipeline and joining the Takers is Hunter Barth (three stars, 0.8593). Looks like having a defensive backs coach from the state of Arizona is paying off already.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
If you don’t see him, you will FEEL him. Big hitter from the desert making his way north 🥇
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2:33 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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The defensive line got a little bit better today with the signing of three-star lineman Akili Calhoun (0.8898), who perhaps has the most Cal-appropriate name since Glenn “Anagram” Seaborg.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
PEOPLE MOVER. Powerful. Athletic. And he’s staying in the Bay 📍
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3:20 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Joining him on the D-line will be Myles Williams (three stars, 0.8540), making the trek to Strawberry Canyon from Southern California.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
He hasn’t even realized his potential yet. A natural pass rusher and an explosive athlete 💥
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4:05 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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For those of you who like the reemergence of the old-timey tight end under Bill Musgrave, you’ll be excited to see Keleki Latu (0.8497) send in his old-timey fax to Berkeley.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
Set the edge and stretch the defense. Keleki is staying close to home! 👍
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3:44 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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And with the re-establishment of WFC North this year, we’re bringing in Oregonian Patrick Hisatake (three stars, 0.8519) to join the esteemed lineage of Wilcox linebackers.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
The person. The size. The speed. He’s constantly working to get better every day 👀
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3:52 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Hoping to follow in the footsteps of recent #gOLdenbears—like Alex Mack, Mitchell Schwartz, and Patrick Mekari—will be three-star Dylan Jemtegaard (0.8290).
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
Dreamed of Cal. Offered by Cal. Signed with Cal. The big man is ALL IN. 👊
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4:11 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Perhaps the gem of the class in terms of rating (four stars, 0.9374) is wide receiver J.Michael Sturdivant, who has the potential to become a big playmaker and gamechanger for the Bears.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
You might have seen him on ESPN a time or two already, and it won't be the last time. The perfect addition to the ☄️
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3:09 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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More depth and attacking power off the edge, 3-star OLB Moses Oladejo is in!
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
An infectious personality who loves learning. This is our kind of player! 🧠
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5:30 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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We have the older Iosefa. Now we have the younger Iosefa. The DB will slide right into becoming a safety for the future.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
It just runs in the family. A long and physical DB joining his brother on the mainland 🔨
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5:37 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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A future QB1 is in the class. 4-star QB Kai Millner joins the fray.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
A smooth operator who can make all the throws. He’s coming in ready to compete 🎯
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7:17 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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The hometown kid stays as the hometown hero. 4-star TE Jermaine Terry is ready to go!
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
HOMETOWN HERO. He can run. He can catch. He can block. Instant impact ⭐️
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7:25 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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The Bears add to the new Takers, as Lu-Magia Hearns stays in the Bay after playing at De La Salle HS.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
Electric and has a chip on his shoulder. A winner who’s ready to work. 🏆
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7:41 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Welcome our newest threat on the D-Line for years to come. Destroyer of offensive lines, breaker of first Dow’s, 4-star Derek Wilkins.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
He may as well pitch a tent in the opponent's backfield. Constantly causing trouble and getting to the quarterback 💨
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9:26 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Another OL joins the party. The Bay Area’s very own Ryan Lange!
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
A Bay Area native and a true Bear fan, he’s bringing a big, physical presence to the OL 🐻
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9:45 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Another skilled WR. Another 4-Star WR. Welcome Mavin Anderson!
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
The dude who started it all. The first commit in the class brings physicality to the offense ⚡️
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8:47 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Another future Taker joins the Bear Family. He’s going to be a worry for all OCs.
✍️ 𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙑𝙀
Long, athletic, cover guy who loves to compete - and pick the ball off 🕸️
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11:07 PM · Dec 16, 2020
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Classes aren't finalized yet, but 21st in the nation and our best class since the Tedford era.
https://twitter.com/CalFootball/status/1339369860300587008
This is my favorite Cal sports day in a long time! Want to hear more and loving it. Seeing young men make this choice is always a delight. And unlike in the past, we are really doing our best to recruit local and get guys who are strong fits for the uniqueness of Cal.