Ron Rivera Returns to Cal as Program Overseer

Former Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera has accepted a new role at the University of California, Berkeley, where he will oversee the football program in a General Manager-like capacity. Rivera, a former All-American linebacker at Cal, expressed enthusiasm about returning to his alma mater and contributing to the program's development amidst its struggles in recent years. His appointment follows a season spent out of coaching after being fired by the Washington Commanders, during which he pursued NFL head coaching opportunities. Meanwhile, Chris Beatty has been named the wide receivers coach for the Las Vegas Raiders, transitioning from his recent role with the Chicago Bears. Also making coaching changes, former Clemson receiver Xavier Dye has been hired as the running backs coach at the University of Delaware after coaching at Coastal Carolina. These moves highlight a trend of experienced coaches shifting between college and professional football roles.