Former Cal star Alex Mack selected to College Football Hall of Fame on first ballot

Alex Mack reveled in the largely anonymous life of an offensive lineman.

But notoriety always seemed to find Mack, whether it was helping lead Cal to its most productive run in the modern era or during his 13 seasons in the NFL, the last coming with the 49ers.

Wednesday, Mack was selected as part of the College Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. It was his first time on the ballot.

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