Rusty Simmons
Kevin Riley spiked the ball in disgust after consecutive errant snaps prohibited him from attempting a pass. Brock Mansion stayed after practice for about 30 minutes to get in more throws. Beau Sweeney disregarded his body, lowering his shoulder to take on a linebacker. This week - the final of Cal's spring slate - each of the three quarterbacks competing for the starting gig have shown awareness that time to make an impression is waning. Their last chance until August's training camp comes today, when the Bears have their third scrimmage of the spring. "They've all done a nice job of improving and learning from mistakes," said coach Jeff Tedford, who maintains that he won't choose a starter until training camp. In the first two scrimmages, Riley, the junior incumbent, has produced the best numbers, going 16-for-28 for 188 yards. Mansion, a sophomore, is 6-for-20 for 101 yards, and Sweeney, a redshirt freshman, is 11-for-19 for 116 yards.
"They've all made strides, and Brock has been really sharp the last few days," Tedford said. Sweeney "has still got a way to go in (comprehending the offense), but he'll get better and better and better. You can really see him thinking a lot, but it'll start coming quicker and quicker."
EYEING JORDAN: By many accounts, defensive end Cameron Jordan is on the verge of stardom. Left tackle Mike Tepper and defensive end Tyson Alualu jumped at the chance to talk about the 6-foot-4, 290-pound junior, and defensive coordinator Bob Gregory said he has a chance to be "special." "Opponents are going to have to know where Cameron Jordan is on the field," Gregory said.
BRIEFLY: Gregory said defensive back Chris Conte will miss the scrimmage because of a concussion. ... Cornerback Darian Hagan, who has been limited to one practice a week to focus on academics, will play, according to Gregory. ... Since the scrimmage coincides with Cal Day, a campus-wide event that will limit parking, university officials are encouraging spectators to use mass transit.
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