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Cal Bears in The NFL: Preseason Highlights

Ed Yevelev

Correspondent Written on August 23, 2009

GREEN BAY, WI - AUGUST 15: Quarterback Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers looks to pass against the Cleveland Browns during the preseason game at Lambeau Field on August 15, 2009 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

(Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

This week has been a bit busy for me, so you won't find too detailed of an article tonight, sorry.

But the week has also been busy for some former California Golden Bears, who are engaged in preseason action.

Whether they are rookies or vets, here's a run down of how they fared so far in the preseason:

—Current Patriot Tully Banta-Cain, who registered 26.5 sacks as a Bear, notched one against the Eagles.

—Former Cal fullback Will Ta'ufo'ou (now a different Bear—for Chicago) caught a touchdown pass against the Bills.

—A trio of former Berkeleyans met when the Packers and Browns collided. Aaron Rodgers was great in his appearance, passing for 102 yards and a score; he recorded two more touchdowns against Buffalo.

I'd say he's doing well and ready for the season to start, wouldn't you?

Green Bay also had the defensive star of the night in linebacker Desmond Bishop, who had a four tackles, a sack, and an interception. He followed it up with a fumble recovery against the Bills.

Rookie center Alex Mack had an up and down performance, recording some nice blocks, but also committing a 10 yard penalty and getting beat by Bishop.

—Tennessee tight end Craig Stevens and wideout Lavelle Hawkins combined for two catches for 18 yards against the Bucaneers.

—Tailback Justin Forsett of the Seahawks had 27 yards on 12 carries, and was good in pass protection against San Diego.

—Colts safety Matt Giordano had 11 tackles against the Vikings

—Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez had 32 receiving yards and a touchdown in his debut against the Rams, while Kyle Boller went 9-for-16 for 91 yards in relief for St. Louis. Atlanta safety Thomas Decoud notched three tackles.

—Desean Jackson of the Eagles caught two balls for 46 yards and a touchdown against the Colts.

—Punter Nick Harris booted seven kicks for an average of nearly 50 yards against the Browns.

Again, I apologize for the lazy post. But it's good to get the departed Bears some love. Starting next week, as I head back to Berkeley and get more immersed in the football atmosphere, I'll start breaking down the regular season games.

Peace, and go Bears.

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written on August 23, 2009 Game Recap