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Cal Football Career Sacks Leaders
Andre Carter holds Cal's career sacks record with 31 sacks. Regan Upshaw (28) and Tully Banta-Cain (26.5) round out the top three. 3 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Cameron Goode (2016–2021), No. 8 on the list.
California Golden BearsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Sacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Carter | — | 31 |
| 2 | Regan Upshaw | 1993–1995 | 28 |
| 3 | Tully Banta-Cain | — | 26.5 |
| 4 | Mawuko Tugbenyoh | 1996–1999 | 25 |
| 5 | Brandon Whiting | 1994–1997 | 24.5 |
| 6 | Zack Follett | 2005–2008 | 23.5 |
| 7 | Ron Rivera | 1980–1983 | 22 |
| 8 | Cameron Goode | 2016–2021 | 21.5 |
| 9 | Ryan Riddle | 2003–2004 | 21 |
| 10 | Joel Dickson | 1986–1990 | 20 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Cal only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.