Despite the California Golden Bears best efforts to give the game away late, the Washington State Cougars couldn’t complete the comeback, losing 42-39. The loss drops WSU to 4-6, needing to win out to keep their bowl streak alive.
Cal (4-6, 2-5 in Pac-12) had the game in hand after taking back a third Cam Ward fumble for a score to go up 42-24. After a WSU (4-6, 1-6) touchdown, Cal fumbled on the ensuing drive, leading to another WSU touchdown to make the game 42-39. A missed field goal and a failed Hail Mary in the final minute sealed the game.