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Arizona misses out on 5-star in-state center Darius Wabbington

Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats hosted three top 30 recruits in the 2027 class during the Red-Blue Showcase in late September, a potentially transformational weekend for the future of this program.

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Darius Wabbington commits to Indiana over Arizona in major recruiting blow

Arizona men’s basketball coach Tommy Lloyd is in a losing streak when it comes to landing in-state big men. Darius Wabbington, a 5-star center from Phoenix, announced Tuesday that he will play at Indiana, picking the Hoosiers over Arizona and Illinois.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 6

West Virginia football expert previews the Arizona game, makes a score prediction

It’s not just Game Week, it’s RichRod Game Week! Arizona’s first trip to West Virginia will see it face off against former head coach Rich Rodriguez, who is back with the Mountaineers for a second go-around.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

How former Arizona Wildcats fared in Week 4 of NFL

Week 4 of the NFL season is complete, and once again multiple former Arizona Wildcats stood out. Here’s a look around the league at how UA alums performed.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

Arizona basketball recruiting: 5-star target Darius Wabbington to announce commitment Tuesday

One of Arizona men’s basketball’s top recruiting targets in the 2027 class is set to announce his decision on Tuesday. Darius Wabbington, a five-star center, will choose between Arizona, Illinois and Indiana at 3 p.m.

Tre Spivey News / ESPN / October 5

Arizona loses WR Spivey for rest of season with broken foot

Arizona leading receiver Tre Spivey, injured on the final play of the first half of the Wildcats' 34-7 win over the Cincinnati Bearcats, will miss the remainder of the season with a broken foot, coach Brent Brennan told reporters on Monday.

Brent Brennan News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

What Brent Brennan said at his press conference to open West Virginia week

Arizona has won five straight games at home, including all four since changing the name to Casino Del Stadium. The results have been more mixed on the road this season, losing at BYU before winning at Washington State.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

Arizona WR Tre Spivey out for season with foot injury

At least one of the trio of starting wide receivers injured in Arizona’s last game won’t be back on the field this season. UA coach Brent Brennan confirmed Monday that junior Tre Spivey will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a foot injury in Saturday’s 34-7 win over Cincinnati.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 5

Arizona projected for bowl rematch with chance to avenge last season’s loss

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats sent a message to the rest of the Big 12 on Saturday night, completely dominating previously undefeated Cincinnati, 34-7, in the best all-around performance of the season.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

Arizona football’s defensive front earns recognition from Big 12

People are starting to catch on to how improved Arizona’s rush defense is this season. On Saturday the Wildcats’ defensive line held Cincinnati’s rushing attack, the No.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Arizona vs. Cincinnati: Players of the Game

After a slow start the past couple of games, the Arizona Wildcats got off to a fast start against the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday. After a little bit of a lull the rest of the first half, the Wildcat offense exploded in the second half and really put the game out of reach of Cincy, with Arizona winning 34-7.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Arizona opens as small favorite at West Virginia

After a convincing home win over Cincinnati, Arizona heads on the road to face West Virginia in a game that oddsmakers think the Wildcats should come out on top.

Brent Brennan News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 4

Brent Brennan reacts to Arizona’s dominant 34-7 win over previously unbeaten Cincinnati

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats marched down the field on the first drive of the game, taking a 7-0 lead that they would never relinquish in a 34-7 home win over the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday evening.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

What Brent Brennan, Chase Kennedy and Brandon Phelps said after Arizona’s win over Cincinnati

Arizona is 4-1 for the second year in a row following Saturday’s 34-7 home win over Cincinnati. Brent Brennan is the first UA coach to start 4-1 in consecutive seasons since Dick Tomey in 1993-94.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Grading Arizona football’s performance in victory over Cincinnati

Arizona’s Big 12 home opener and “Family Weekend” game went very well as the Wildcats moved to 2-0 overall against Cincinnati. A 34-7 victory for Arizona (4-1, 1-1 Big 12) keeps it unbeaten inside Casino Del Sol Stadium. Now the Wildcats get ready for the RichRod Bowl at West Virginia next week.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Arizona football crushes Cincinnati in Big 12 home opener

There’s strength in numbers. And on a night when Arizona saw three receivers leave the game with injury, the rest of the team stepped up to knock off an unbeaten opponent.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 4

Arizona WR Gio Richardson exits Cincinnati game after returning from injury

The Arizona Wildcats made it clear how valuable star wide receiver Gio Richardson is on Saturday against Cincinnati, going to him twice on the first drive of the game after the sophomore missed the last two games with a leg injury.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 3

Arizona football vs. Cincinnati fan discussion

It’s Game Day! The Arizona Wildcats return to Big 12 competition with a clash against the unbeaten Cincinnati Bearcats. It’s Cincinnati’s first trip to Tucson, where the UA will be celebrating Family Weekend and Pacific Islander Heritage Night.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 3

Arizona RB Ismail Mahdi, LB Max Harris ruled ineligible following judge’s ruling

Arizona’s depth at two key positions is back to where it was entering training camp after a court ruling went against a pair of veteran Wildcats. A Pima County judge ruled late Friday that running back Ismail Mahdi and linebacker Max Harris were no longer eligible to play.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 3

Key word for 2026-27 Arizona women’s basketball is ‘versatility’

The 2026-27 Arizona women’s basketball team met with local media on Wednesday afternoon. If there’s a theme for this year’s Wildcats, it’s “versatility.” The word was used by one player after another when she was asked to describe her game.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 2

Arizona makes final three for 5-star center Darius Wabbington after Tucson visit

The Red-Blue Showcase was not only an opportunity for fans to see this new look Arizona Wildcats roster in action for the first time, but it also served as an extremely valuable recruiting tool for Tommy Lloyd and his staff.

Noah Fifita 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.

Arizona Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / September 9

This Arizona Star Circled the BYU Game Long Ago

The national oddsmakers dislike Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita as a Heisman Trophy contender, but he’ll have an opportunity to shift the narrative on Saturday at BYU.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / September 9

Arizona vs. BYU: Prediction, Pick and Preview

Big 12 conference play gets underway in Week 2 as the Arizona Wildcats travel to Provo to take on the BYU Cougars in one of the most intriguing games on the conference schedule.