California Golden Bears advisor Ron Rivera delivered a blunt assessment of the football program's direction, putting head coach Justin Wilcox on notice, according to a report published Thursday.
The reality check comes amid a challenging season for Cal, which fell to SMU in Dallas on October 24, 2026. Defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi was seen animated on the sideline during that contest.
Rivera, a former NFL head coach, has taken on a consulting role with the program. His pointed remarks signal growing pressure on Wilcox, who has led the team since 2017.
The California Post's Grant Young reported the development on November 5, 2026, noting that Rivera's intervention appears to place Wilcox's job status in jeopardy.
