Today, Portland State at home

The Bears are taking on Division I-AA Portland State this afternoon. However, the Vikings are not your usual I-AA creampuff. They’re 2-0 and already coming off a win over I-A New Mexico. They also have a powerful defensive line, and Mike Tepper may be starting in place of injured Andrew Cameron (ankle). This will not be a gimme at first, but in the end Cal should prevail handily.

Some articles to read before the game:

• ESPN: California ends non-conference slate vs. I-AA Portland St
• Contra Costa Times: Bears want no surprises
• Daily Cal: Bears putting on blinders for Portland State
• Daily Cal: Vikings aren’t your average I-AA pushover

I also hear that Vikings fans have painted the big C green and white (Portland State colors). Pretty gutsy.

Cal Football Fan prediction: 52-10, Cal.