This is a major blow to the Cal football prgram. Cal did not have much of a running game this season, and the passing attack provided by Mendoza was the Bears' major avenue for sc

Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. and Cal’s Fernando Mendoza have added their names to the list of QBs who are exploring options in the transfer portal.

On Wednesday, a report came that another talented quarterback is expected to enter the portal: California Golden Bears QB Fernando Mendoza, per Chris Hummer and Matt Zenitz of 247Sports. "Cal QB Fernando Mendoza is expected to enter the transfer portal, sources tell @mzenitz and I for @247Sports/@CBSSports."