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On YouTubeNFL News / Cal Bears on SI / April 19
Report: Cal GM Ron Rivera Says He's 'Driving the Car'
Cal alumnus Michael Silver, who currently writes for The Athletic but has worked for a number of major sports media outlets, posted an interesting tweet
NFL News / Pro Football Talk / April 18
Cal G.M. Ron Rivera on questions of his power: "I'm driving the car" 
Once upon a time, former Cal running back Marshawn Lynch celebrated a win by literally driving a cart. Current Cal G.M. Ron Rivera says he's currently doing so, figuratively.
The 'First running backs taken in every NFL draft since 2000' quiz
How many of the first running backs selected in the NFL Draft since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / April 14
Re-grading the Commanders' 2023 NFL Draft class after two seasons
Ron Rivera thought he left the Washington Commanders in a better place than he found them. That might be true to a certain extent, but the new regime still had an ungodly mess to clean up.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
NFL News / Cal Bears on SI / April 6
Justin Wilcox Discusses GM Ron Rivera's Role at Cal
Justin Wilcox spoke on Saturday about the role football general manager Ron Rivera plays, and Wilcox said he talks to Rivera frequently on nearly every matter pertaining to Cal football.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 4
NIL donors are pushing for control over Cal football for odd reasons
A power struggle is brewing at the University of California, and it’s centered on one of the most pivotal aspects of modern college football: NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness).
NFL News / Cal Bears on SI / April 4
Report: Some Bears Donors at Odds With Cal Over Role of GM Ron Rivera
A report by SFGATE on April 3 indicated that two prominent board members of the Cal collective do not believe recently hired Golden Bears football general manager Ron Rivera has been given enough power in his role, and those donors have said they are withholding donations until Rivera’s role is expanded.
NFL News / Pro Football Talk / April 4
Cal donors push for Ron Rivera to have more power over football program
The NIL phenomenon is bringing NFL fixtures to the NCAA, and stirring things up for one of college football's biggest rivalries. With Stanford putting
NFL News / Cal Bears on SI / March 21
Rich Lyons Says Endowments Coming to Four Cal Sports
While sharing the enthusiasm he says donors are experiencing over the hiring of Ron Rivera as general manager of the Cal football program, Chancellor Rich Lyons let slip two other pieces of news: First, that the university is on the brink of landing full endowments that will cover expenses for four existing sports.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20
Ron Rivera officially lands new job in football
Riverboat Ron is officially headed to a college front office. Cal Football announced on Thursday that they have formally hired Rivera, the former NFL head coach.
California Golden Bears News / Yardbarker / March 20
Ron Rivera lands job with college program
Ron Rivera has coached in the NFL for nearly three decades, but he is now trying a much different venture.
Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / March 10
John Bates becomes rare Ron Rivera draftee to earn second contract with Commanders
Less than 24 hours after re-signing three-time Pro Bowler Zach Ertz, the Washington Commanders are returning another tight end from last season’s roster.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / February 25
Key members of Commanders regime moving on from organization
Martin Mayhew and Marty Hurney were part of the staff that assembled Washington's first NFC championship game entrant since 1991, but both are moving on.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 22
What Ron Rivera said about Luke Kuechly getting snubbed from Hall of Fame
The Carolina Panthers had a couple of franchise legends up for a Hall of Fame vote this year. While both are deserving candidates, neither wide receiver Steve Smith nor linebacker Luke Kuechly made the cut as first-ballot Hall of Famers.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / February 21
Ex Commanders' Ron Rivera Responds to Crazy Cam Newton
Ron Rivera and Cam Newton once upon a time made a great team. So good, in fact, that the quarterback of the Carolina Panthers won MVP and took his team to the Super Bowl.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 21
Ron Rivera Breaks Silence on Cam Newton's 'Loser' Comment
When he arrived in Carolina to be the head coach of the Panthers back in 2011, there were a few things Ron Rivera had going for him. But none was as important as the No.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 20
Ron Rivera is extremely critical of Cam Newton's feelings about 2010 Panthers
Cam Newton has gone viral for his comments on the 2010-2011 Carolina Panthers. He first called them "a locker room full of losers" in advising Travis Hunter to temper expectations coming into the NFL.
College Football News / Yardbarker / February 5
Another former NFL head coach is heading to college football
We know Bill Belichick is a Super Bowl winner and a legendary one at that, but it turns out he's also a trendsetter.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5
Former NFL Coach of the Year lands new college job
A former NFL Coach of the Year is following Bill Belichick’s lead and heading back to college. Former Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera is taking a job at Cal, his alma mater, Rivera confirmed Wednesday.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 5
Ron Rivera Expected To Take ‘GM-Like’ Role At Cal
According to Jonathan Jones, former Panthers and Commanders HC Ron Rivera is expected to take a “general manager-like” role at the University of California,
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / February 5
Former Commanders HC Ron Rivera joining Cal in 'GM-like' role
Ron Rivera, the HC-turned-analyst is returning to the game, but the reemergence will not come in the NFL.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Pro Football Rumors / February 2
Two-time NFL Coach of the Year had meeting with Jaguars
Former Commanders and Panthers head coach Ron Rivera met with the Jaguars over the weekend regarding a role on Liam Coen‘s new coaching staff, per Sports Illustrated’s John Shipley.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / January 24
Former Commanders HC praises Kliff Kingsbury for development of Jayden Daniels
Kliff Kingsbury deserves some credit for Jayden Daniels' successful rookie year.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / January 20
Would Commanders owe past coach a Super Bowl ring if they win?
The Commanders last coach once stated that if he was fired and the team proceeded to win the Super Bowl, he would deserve a ring. Well, he might, but not for the reason he implied.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17
Ron Rivera lands head-coaching interview with AFC team
Riverboat Ron is dropping down from the rafters for another interview.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / January 17
Raiders to interview highly sought-after candidate for HC job
Already meeting with the Bears and Jets during this HC interview cycle, Ron Rivera will conduct a meeting with another HC-needy franchise.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / January 13
Chicago Bears: Ron Rivera could be hired to bring back glory days
The Chicago Bears announced a long list of candidates to fill their head coaching vacancy. Then there was another name added that is familiar to fans. Ron Rivera is a proven head coach with success who also has ties to the team’s glory days.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / January 11
Bears add franchise icon to list of HC candidates
The Bears will interview Ron Rivera this weekend for their head coaching job.
New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 2
Jets Completed Interview With Ron Rivera For HC Position
The New York Jets announced they’ve completed an interview with former Commanders HC Ron Rivera for their vacant head coaching position. Rivera is the first scheduled interview for the Jets who are also expected to interview Rex Ryan for the role. Rivera, 62, is a former second-round pick of the Bears back in 1984.
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