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We rank the mid-career arrivals in Berkeley who have had the greatest impact on the Golden Bears

Ovie Brume

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We rank the mid-career arrivals in Berkeley who have had the greatest impact on the Golden Bears

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We rank the mid-career arrivals in Berkeley who have had the greatest impact on the Golden Bears

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We rank the mid-career arrivals in Berkeley who have had the greatest impact on the Golden Bears

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Tony Gonzalez

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A two-sport star at Cal, Gonzalez has more receptions and receiving yards than any tight end in NFL history

Aaron Rodgers

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Beginning his 21st season at age 41, Rodgers has passed for nearly 63,000 yards and 503 touchdowns

Jason Kidd

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A Naismith Hall of Famer, Kidd ranks third in career assists and steals in NBA history

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Wills won 14 consecutive Grand Slam singles events in which she entered, by far the longest streak in history

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Morgan was ranked the eighth best player in women's soccer history by The Sporting News

Les Richter

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The Rams gave away a truckload of players to secure the future Pro Football Hall of Famer

Kevin Johnson, right, with Suns teammates including Charles Barkley

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Dynamo floor leader was an elite scorer and playmaker over 12 NBA seasons

Marshawn Lynch

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Powerhouse running back rushed for more than 10,000 yards and scored 94 touchdowns in 12 NFL seasons