Southern Utah Vs. Cal 2012: Game Time, TV Schedule, Spread And More

After a disappointing loss to Nevada to begin the season, the California Golden Bears will look to rebound this week when they host Southern Utah on Saturday.

The Bears got off to a rough start against Nevada, falling behind 14-0 after the first quarter. Part of the reason for Cal's slow start was starting quarterback Zach Maynard sat out the first three offensive series as punishment for missing a tutoring session.

The Bears will attempt to get off to a better start this week against a Southern Utah team coming off a 34-3 loss to Utah State. Southern Utah struggled both offensively and defensively in their season opener, allowing 581 yards and 28 first downs while only gaining 209 total yards.

Saturday will be Cal's final home game before they go on the road for back-to-back games against top 15 schools. The Bears will travel to No. 14 Ohio State next week before opening Pac-12 play on the road against No. 2 USC the week after. Coming off a tough loss and with two big games on the horizon, the Bears will be challenged to not overlook Southern Utah on Saturday.

Game Time: 12 p.m. PT

Location: Memorial Stadium, Berkeley, Calif.

Television: Pac-12 Network

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California Vs. Nevada: Early Mistakes Doom Bears Against Wolfpack

Many were expecting big things from the California Golden Bears in their return to Memorial Stadium on Saturday against the Nevada Wolf Pack, however, early mistakes and an inability to contain Nevada's offense sent the Bears to a season-opening loss, 31-24.

Right before kickoff, the Bears announced that quarterback Zach Maynard would not start the game — a punishment for skipping a tutoring session during the summer — and by the time Maynard returned, the Bears were struggling.

By the time Maynard entered the game last in the first quarter, Cal was behind 7-0 and looking decidedly stagnant on offense ... but even Maynard's entry into the game could not prevent the Bears from having to punt four times in the first quarter alone.

The Bears struggled as they played from behind most of the game, finally tying the score in the fourth quarter on a touchdown reception by Chris Harper. But Nevada answered back, and took the game, leaving the Bears with plenty of questions.

To be sure, the loss is a bitter pill to swallow for the Bears. With so much optimism coming into the season, they have to be stunned to have been outplayed on their home field. On defense, Cal had trouble mounting a consistent pass rush on Fajardo and seemed bewildered at times defending the pistol -- again.

What do we make of this one? Certainly nothing good at the moment. The best the Bears can do is put this one behind them and focus on getting better. Goodness knows there's plenty to get better at.

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Nevada Vs. Cal Final Score: Bears Fall To Wolfpack, 31-24

In the first game played in the newly renovated Memorial Stadium, the California Golden Bears were unable to earn the win in their opening game, losing to the Nevada Wolf Pack, 31-24.

The Bears struggled to get a good start in the game and fell in a 14-0 hole while starting quarterback Zach Maynard was benched for the first three series of the game as punishment for missing a tutoring appointment.

When Maynard entered the game, Cal slowly started to claw back with a 37-yard Maynard touchdown pass to true freshman Bryce Treggs and a 39-yard touchdown run by Keenan Allen.

In the fourth quarter, Cal tied the game with a 13-yard touchdown pass to Chris Harper, but a rushing touchdown by Nevada's Stefphon Jefferson with 36 seconds remaining in the game put a nail in the coffin for Cal.

The problem of the game for the Bears was their inability to slow down Nevada quarterback Cody Fajardo as he racked up 230 yards through the air and 101 yards rushing.

Cal will look to get back on track when they take on Southern Utah next Saturday at noon PT.

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Cal Vs. Nevada Score Update: Golden Bears Trail 14-7 At Half

The Cal Golden Bears have fallen behind,14-7, to the Nevada Wolfpack in their season-opening game at newly-renovated Memorial Stadium.

Stefphon Jefferson of Nevada got the scoring started with a 2-yard touchdown run in the first quarter. That capped a 16-play, 80-yard drive. Jefferson has 60 yards on 15 carries through one half.

Wolfpack QB Cody Fajardo has had a solid start to his season. He has completed 12-of-15 passes for 78 yards and rushed 12 times for 87 yards. The bulk of those rushing yards came on a 49-yard score that Nevada 14-0.

The Golden Bears pulled closer in the second quarter when Zach Maynard connected with Bryce Treggs on a 37-yard touchdown pass at 4:38 to go in the first half. Maynard is 8-of-13 for 127 yards thus far. The TD was the only catch for Treggs, but it does make him Cal's leading receiver.

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Cal Vs. Nevada Preview: Golden Bears Inexperience May Impact Game

The California Golden Bears open their season against Nevada on Saturday, and SB Nation's Pac-12 blog Pacific Takes has a detailed preview of the game. One of the things they highlight is the youth and inexperience that may have an impact on Cal's game:

The Bears lose two of their four linebackers, including Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year Mychal Kendricks. They lose some valuable pieces on offense including offensive tackle Mitchell Schwartz and wide receiver Marvin Jones, and one of the best punters in the country in Bryan Anger is also out. There is going to be a lot of youth on this Bears squad with at least six new starters on defense and five new starters on offense, including three on the line.

That type of inexperience could be tested against a scheme that has given them trouble before in the Nevada Pistol. Nevada is a really underrated opponent, particularly considered they devastated Cal two years ago for 316 rushing yards and 497 yards overall for an incredible 7.77 yards per play average. Now, that Nevada team had Colin Kaepernick, but Cody Fajardo is no slouch, and he has shown he can handle the Pistol fairly well.

Pacific Takes has a lot more on the game, so head over to check it out.

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Nevada Vs. Cal 2012: Game Time, TV Schedule, Odds And More

The California Golden Bears kick off their 2012 campaign with a return to the renovated Memorial Stadium, hosting the University of Nevada in their first game as part of the Mountain West.

The Bears have some injury issues heading into the game as defensive lineman Mustafa Jalil, linebacker Khairi Fortt, defensive back Stefan McClure and offensive lineman Mark Brazinski and Dominic Galas are all out indefinitely for the Golden Bears, while linebacker Jason Gibson is out until mid-November after suffering a broken foot.

As for Nevada, running back Anthony Knight is questionable with a sore right shoulder.

Where: Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, Calif.

When: Saturday, September 1 at Noon PT

TV Coverage: Pac-12 Networks

Online Stream: ESPN3

Listen: KGO 810 AM in Northern California, ESPN Radio 94.5 FM in Nevada

Odds (via RGJ.com): Cal favored by 10.5 points

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