It's kind of a special time for Cal football in the NFL. In about a month, Les Richter will become will the first Cal player to be inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame. That, by itself, would be significant. Considering Cal's early gridiron success, it's also a little surprising. Even Cal's less than competitive teams of the '80s and '90s produced quality NFL players. In addition to Richter's long overdue honor, Cal placed four players in the NFL Network's Top 100 Players. Aaron Rodgers, DeSean Jackson and Nnambi Asomugha were all in the top half. Tony Gonzalez, well on his way to becoming Cal's second Hall of Famer, also made the list. Rodgers and the unfortunate Jackson are ascending players. Rodgers seems especially destined for greatness. Jackson, no matter how gifted, is in greater need of a beat down than honors. Asomugha is simply one of the top cornerbacks in the league.
Cal has crafted a nice presence in the NFL. The Flicker hopes that it continues and translates into better days for Cal. Rose Bowls, National Championships, those sorts of things.
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