Cal Poly Football signed five new recruits from high schools across California during the second national signing period, including two defensive linemen, one offensive lineman, a kicker and a receiver.
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Retiring a living legend: Chase’s final ride
For over a decade Chase the Mustang has been Cal Poly’s living mascot, inspiring students and fans alike with his untamed mustang spirit. Reporter Parker Cinque learns about his retirement and the plans for the future.
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Who’s next up at quarterback for Cal Poly Football in Big Sky opener this weekend?
It is unclear if either Ty Dieffenbach or Anthony Grigsby Jr. will be ready for Saturday’s contest. If neither can go, that means either Jackson Akins or Bo Kelly would draw the starting assignment.
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Quarterback Ty Dieffenbach exits early as Cal Poly Football falls to Stephen F. Austin
The Mustangs (2-2) dropped their non-conference finale to Stephen F. Austin State University 35-17 on Sept. 20.
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Michael Briscoe explodes for four touchdowns as Cal Poly football scores 56 in home opener
Michael Briscoe was untouchable on Sunday, Sept 14. The senior receiver caught six passes and took four of them to the house for touchdowns, single-handedly contributing 24 of the Mustangs’ points in their 56-7 rout of Western Oregon in their home opener in San Luis Obispo. Last season’s affair between these two teams was a […]
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Cal Poly Football routed on the road by No. 25 Utah for first loss of the season
In front of a sold out Rice-Eccles Stadium on Saturday, Cal Poly football was only able to muster up nine points against No. 25 University of Utah, falling 63-9 for their first loss of the season. The Mustangs (1-1) extended their losing streak against FBS opponents to 10 games, while the Utes (1-1) made it […]
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Cal Poly Football will have a tough task against No. 25 Utah Utes on Saturday
Fresh off a 41-17 victory in San Diego, Cal Poly football will be travelling to Salt Lake City to face No. 25 Utah on Saturday, Aug. 6 at 3 p.m. The Mustangs (1-0) have never faced off against the ranked Utes (1-0), themselves coming off a 43-10 drubbing of UCLA. Cal Poly last beat an […]
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Cal Poly Football goes off for 41 points in statement opening day win over San Diego
Question marks surrounded who would be under center for Cal Poly football as they opened their season against the University of San Diego on Saturday. Neither of the two incumbent quarterbacks from last season drew the starting assignment, and instead Pitt transfer Ty Dieffenbach was given the keys to the offense. The decision proved to […]
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Quarterback question looms ahead of Cal Poly Football’s season opener in San Diego
Cal Poly football will embark on their 2025 season with a matchup against a frequent early season foe, the University of San Diego on August 30, with key roles up for grabs throughout their starting lineup. The Mustangs are 5-1 in the last six matchups with the Toreros dating back to 2019, but San Diego […]
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Inside Elijah Ponder’s transition from Cal Poly to New England Patriots camp
Elijah Ponder isn’t the kind of player who’s easily overlooked. In his time with Cal Poly football, he was a relentless force off the edge, known for his tenacity, strength and leadership. Now, the former Mustang defensive end is taking those same traits to Foxborough, Massachusetts as he fights for a roster spot with the […]
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Elijah Ponder looks to become Cal Poly’s first NFL draft pick since 2012
As the NFL Draft season continues to wind down, Cal Poly football’s Elijah Ponder is on the brink of forever etching his name into program history and achieving his lifelong dream of becoming a professional athlete. The edge rusher, measuring in at 6 feet 2 inches and 257 pounds, has a chance to hear his […]