The NC State Wolfpack went on the road and won their first-ever matchup with Cal, 24-23. CJ Bailey led a 4th quarter rally that saw the Wolfpack score 14 unanswered points. Bailey finished the game 25-36 for 306 passing yards and the two 4th-quarter passing touchdowns for Dave Doeren's club. The Golden Bears got an efficient game from Fernando Mendoza, who finished with 282 yards on 30-42 passing in the loss.