Virginia vs. California Picks and Prediction for Saturday, November 1, 2025

By: Jake Allman Updated 10/31/2025, 08:23 PM ET

Virginia rides into Berkeley with a 7-1 record and a perfect 4-0 mark in ACC play, looking to extend its win streak to six. The Cavaliers have battled through close games, including a thrilling 17-16 overtime victory at North Carolina last week. California, sitting at 5-3 overall and 2-2 in the conference, returns home after dropping a 42-34 double-overtime heartbreaker at Virginia Tech. Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, with the time still to be announced. Don’t guess on Saturday—grab the smartest plays with our free college football predictions.

Virginia Preview

Virginia’s consistency has come from balanced play and clutch performances late in games. Quarterback Chandler Morris has thrown for 1,807 yards on 165 completions, adding 12 touchdowns with just five interceptions. His accuracy has been crucial in overtime victories over Louisville and Florida State earlier this season. Running back J’Mari Taylor provides the spark on the ground, totaling 581 yards and nine scores on 129 carries. Wideout Trell Harris leads the air attack with 477 yards and four touchdowns. Linebacker Kam Robinson headlines the defense with 48 tackles, helping Virginia contain big plays and finish strong in close games.

California Preview

California’s offense has relied heavily on the passing game behind Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, who has thrown for 1,982 yards and 11 touchdowns while completing 175 of 287 passes. Running back Kendrick Raphael has been steady with 566 rushing yards and eight scores, giving the Golden Bears much-needed relief when the passing game stalls. Wide receiver Jacob De Jesus leads the team with 492 yards on 55 receptions, while linebacker Cade Uluave anchors the defense with 81 total tackles. California’s challenge has been consistency—after blanking San Diego State earlier in the year, the Bears’ defense has given up 45 and 42 points in two of the last four contests.

Virginia vs California Prediction

Virginia’s late-game toughness and ability to protect the football make the Cavaliers the more reliable play here. California has shown offensive potential but remains vulnerable against balanced teams that can control tempo and finish drives. Expect Virginia to rely on Morris’s decision-making and Taylor’s red-zone ability to stay ahead.

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Prediction: Virginia 32, California 24