Arizona football is finding unique ways to work on tackling this spring without "crashing into one another a thousand times a day."
- Justin Spears
The Arizona Wildcats return several defensive linemen from last season. The returning experience, Joe Salave'a's mentorship and off-the-field bonding could lead to a breakout season for the UA D-Line. Â
- Justin Spears
Arizona defensive line coach Joe Salave'a talked about the strengths of Arizona's returners on the defensive line, and why the Wildcats are selective about additions. (Video courtesy of Arizona Athletics).
- Justin Spears
Senior linebackers Chase Kennedy and Taye Brown have become leaders of Arizona football's defense. Plus, some of the newcomers at linebacker have impressed the UA coaching staff.
- Justin Spears
Linebackers Chase Kennedy, Dash Fifita and Everett Roussaw were among the standouts at Arizona's practice on Saturday.Â
- Justin Spears
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita hopes to share with "the next generation that their identity isn't in football or how popular they are in school, it's in God."Â
- Justin Spears
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita and linebacker Dash Fifita talked about hosting the second First Down Faith Football Camp, a one-day camp that prioritizes faith and football. (Video courtesy of Arizona Athletics)
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Arizona freshman punter and Australia native Chase Ridley "has met the milestones of adapting to American football a lot faster than some have."Â
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Arizona freshman punter Chase Ridley is one of the Wildcats' newest specialists this season — and the latest Australian to play for the UA. (Video courtesy of Arizona Athletics)
Here are notes and takeaways from Arizona's 11th practice of the spring.Â
Between watching UFC fights together, playing darts or video games, Arizona football's offensive line finds ways to connect off the field. The camaraderie has translated to chemistry on the field.
Arizona tight end Tyler Powell suffered a season-ending knee injury the first play of the game last season. The missed opportunities last year "just gives me more of a drive."
Illinois transfer tight end Cole Rusk, who grew up around UFC fighters, brings size, experience and physicality to Arizona football.Â
Notes and observations from Arizona football's latest spring practice.Â
Three-star Mission Viejo, California tight end Max Markofski committed to the Arizona Wildcats over Utah, Washington State and Oregon State, among others.
Even though Arizona football has a few new faces from the transfer portal at cornerback, the newcomers have multiple years of eligibility, providing "continuity for years to come."
Danny Gonzales' challenge to the Arizona defense? Be the top unit in college football. Said Gonzales: "If you have enough pieces and talent and they play hard, why not?"
Two weeks ahead of the spring showcase, the Arizona Wildcats finished their third week of spring football practice on Saturday.Â
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Chris Hunter is the elder statesman of Arizona football's receivers room. The New Orleans product is stepping into a leadership role for the Wildcats.
Arizona wide receiver Giovanni Richardson was previously called Gio, but he now goes by his full first name. Richardson could be one of Arizona's most productive pass catchers in 2026.
The Arizona Wildcats announced their home game against TCU in November will now be on Friday, Nov. 6.
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Arizona football continues week three of spring practice at Dick Tomey field on Thursday morning.
Notes and observations from Arizona's eighth practice of the spring.Â
Arizona football is leaning on Gavin Hunter to "carry the flag" after doing "a great job early last year and in his role on special teams, in the bowl game."
Nebraska transfer defensive back Malcolm Hartzog has made "a ton of growth" since he's been at Arizona. Hartzog is a "pit bull," "super twitchy and athletic and has short-area quickness."