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The Wildcast, Episode 237: Is Paul Rhoads the right guy as Arizona's defensive coordinator?
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The Wildcast, Episode 237: Is Paul Rhoads the right guy as Arizona's defensive coordinator?

  • Justin Spears ,  Michael Lev
  • Dec 20, 2019
  • Dec 20, 2019 Updated Jun 24, 2021
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The Arizona Wildcats announced former Iowa State head coach and UCLA defensive backs coach Paul Rhoads as the next defensive coordinator. The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev analyze the hire and what it means for Arizona's defense. Plus, Lev and Spears provide who they believe could be the best prospect for the Wildcats' 2020 recruiting class.

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