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Brent Brennan explains what’s behind Arizona’s slow starts ahead of Cincinnati game

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats head into Week 5 coming off a 34-24 win on the road at Washington State. It wasn't always pretty, but the Wildcats got it done and ensured an undefeated non-conference season.

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Arizona football vs. Cincinnati score predictions

With nonconference play in the rearview mirror, Arizona turns its full attention to the Big 12 schedule and battling for a spot in the conference championship.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 1

Friday Night Lights 2026: Edition 5

It’s FNL time this week! Over the weekend, the Arizona Wildcats went into the Pullman and walked away with a 34-24 victory over the Washington State Cougars.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 30

Board of Regents to discuss extension for Arizona athletic director Desiree Reed-Francois

Brought in to help balance the books, Arizona is now looking to keep Desiree Reed-Francois around a little longer. The Arizona Board of Regents is set to discuss a proposed 3-year contract extension for Reed-Francois, through March 20232, at its meeting Thursday in Flagstaff.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 30

Arizona football notebook: Slow starts are being answered with playmaking ability

One of the biggest wins of the 2025 season came against Cincinnati when Arizona upset the ranked Bearcats 30-24. It was the first meeting between the two schools and now Cincinnati looks to return the favor when it comes to Tucson on Saturday.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 29

Cincinnati football expert previews the Arizona game, makes a score prediction

Last November marked the first time Arizona and Cincinnati met in football, and it was an historic day for the Wildcats. Noah Fifita became the school’s career passing touchdown leader in a 30-24 victory, part of a 5-game win streak.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 29

How former Arizona Wildcats fared in Week 3 of NFL season

Another week of the NFL season is in the books, and it was one that saw multiple former Arizona Wildcats excel in the pros. Here’s a roundup of how former Wildcats fared in Week 3.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 28

What Brent Brennan said at his press conference to open Cincinnati week

It was far from a perfect performance, but after rallying from an early 14-0 hole Arizona beat Washington State to improve to 3-1. The games only get tougher, though, as unbeaten Cincinnati comes to Casino Del Sol Stadium on Saturday night.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 28

Former Arizona swimming coach Frank Busch passes away

Longtime Arizona swimming coach Frank Busch passed away Sunday at age 75, the university announced. Busch led the Wildcats swimming program to unchartered heights during his 22-year tenure, highlighted by men’s and women’s national championships in 2008.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 28

Arizona’s Caleb ‘Jet’ Smith earns Big 12 Freshman of the week honors

After just the fourth collegiate game of his career, freshman Caleb ‘Jet’ Smith has been named Big 12 Freshman of the week. It is his first conference player of the week honor and is the eighth Wildcat to earn Big 12 honors since Arizona joined the conference, including quarterback Noah Fifita last week.

Kickoff time, TV info announced for Arizona football’s visit to West Virginia

Set those alarms, Wildcat Nation. The RichRod reunion is starting early. Arizona’s Oct. 10 trip to West Virginia has been slated for a 9 a.m. PT kickoff, with TNT airing the Big 12 contest.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 28

Second straight double-digit comeback overshadows Arizona football’s slow start issues

It was one thing to be down 10-0 at home to Northern Illinois, a winless team that was unlikely to keep a hot start going much longer. But trailing 14-0 on the road, that’s a much deeper hole to dig out of.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 28

Tracking snap counts and PFF grades from Arizona’s win at Washington State

Arizona finished nonconference play perfect with a 34-24 win over former Pac-12 foe Washington State. Pro Football Focus gave the Wildcats (3-1) an overall mark of 75.2.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / September 27

Arizona could reunite with former Pac-12 rival in latest bowl projection

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats didn't always make it look pretty, but one month into the season, they sit 3-1 on the year and a perfect 3-0 in non-league games.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 27

Arizona soccer gives up 2 goals in final 9 minutes in loss at Kansas

A soccer match full of chippy play and unhappy coaches looked headed for a draw in Lawrence, Kan. Then, the Jayhawks broke through with two goals in under four minutes to defeat the Arizona Wildcats on Sunday morning.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 27

Arizona Wildcats football opens as one-score favorite vs. Cincinnati

Arizona is back at home this week to take on Big 12 foe Cincinnati in a game that oddsmakers think the Wildcats should win. Arizona (3-1) has opened as a 7.5-point favorite over Cincinnati, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 27

Grading Arizona football’s performance in win at Washington State

“Pac-12 after dark” energy showed up in Arizona’s 34-24 win over Washington State. Despite a slow start, the Wildcats finished the game the right way and left the Palouse to end non-conference play 3-0.

Brent Brennan News / Arizona Desert Swarm / September 27

What Brent Brennan said after Arizona’s win over Washington State

Arizona football overcame a double digit first quarter deficit to defeat Washington State in Pullman on Saturday 34-24. It was a game where the Wildcats relied on their big playmakers on offense, namely Noah Fifita, Tre Spivey and Ismail Mahdi.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / September 23

Why this could be a massive recruiting weekend for Tommy Lloyd and Arizona

Tommy Lloyd has already more than proven himself as one of the best recruiters in the country - but this weekend he has a chance to transform the future of Arizona basketball.

Arizona Wildcats News / Yardbarker / September 20

Noah Fifita sets Arizona career passing yardage record

Noah Fifita set the Arizona Wildcats' career passing yards record on Saturday.

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Arizona Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / September 11

Arizona Gets Major Roster Boost Ahead of BYU Game

Arizona is getting a significant boost just in time for its Big 12 opener against BYU. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the Wildcats are officially adding running back Ismail Mahdi and linebacker Max Harris to their roster ahead of Saturday’s matchup against No.