Cal stuns Auburn as the defense shines and the outlook for 2024 turns bright

Cal recorded one of the most significant wins of the Justin Wilcox era on Saturday in one of the most unlikely places: SEC country.

The 21-14 victory over Auburn, which featured two interceptions by the Bears in the final three minutes, came despite a depleted offensive line and a limited performance by injured tailback Jaydn Ott, who rushed for just 11 yards.

But quarterback Fernando Mendoza was calm and precise in the hostile environment of Jordan-Hare Stadium, completing 25-of-36...