Arizona’s football program entered the new season with modest expectations in the AP Top 25, but a victory over Northern Arizona in the opener has nudged the Wildcats into a more promising position.
Key Matchup
The Wildcats, now sitting fourth among receiving teams in the AP poll with 33 votes and fourth in the Coaches Poll with 42, will travel to Provo, Utah, for a 12:30 p.m. PST showdown against BYU, which is ranked 15th.
Coach Brent Brennan, in his third year at the helm, is pursuing his third win over a ranked opponent, having already upset No. 22 Cincinnati in 2023 and No. 10 Utah earlier this season, both victories achieved on the road.
The Big 12 landscape adds extra intrigue, with Texas Tech (13th), Utah (20th) and Houston (22nd) also holding spots in the current AP Top 25, while Colorado and Arizona State garner three and two votes respectively.
The upcoming game represents a pivotal opportunity for Arizona to climb higher in the rankings and solidify Brennan’s early impact, as the program looks to build momentum heading into conference play.