
Wildcats’ Veteran Return Sets Stage for 2025 Campaign
Arizona Wildcats bring back senior standouts Ismail Mahdi and Max Harris as they gear up for a pivotal 2025 season opener against Northern Arizona.
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Arizona Wildcats bring back senior standouts Ismail Mahdi and Max Harris as they gear up for a pivotal 2025 season opener against Northern Arizona.

The University of Arizona adds veteran linebacker Max Harris and standout running back Ismail Mahdi after a federal judge grants them an extra year of eligibility, while coach Brent Brennan praises the depth they bring.

A recent court decision grants an extra year of eligibility to Class of 2022 athletes, allowing Arizona’s standout players Ismail Mahdi and Max Harris to rejoin the team and resume preseason training.

Arizona’s defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales is leveraging the program’s rich defensive history to craft a new identity for the Wildcats, aiming to sustain success beyond past peaks.

The university announced that running back Ismail Mahdi and linebacker Max Harris will be eligible to play in the 2026-27 season after a federal judge’s decision, adding experience and depth to the roster.

Arizona Wildcats senior linebacker Taye Brown is emerging as a defensive cornerstone, earning accolades and coach endorsement ahead of a pivotal 2027 season.

Senior linebacker Taye Brown’s impressive 2025 numbers and coach Danny Gonzales’ endorsement position him as a pivotal figure for Arizona’s Big 12 title hopes.