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Arizona Football: Top 5 Wins Vs. Utah

By Brad Malone

Nov 14, 2015; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Nate Phillips (6) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Utah Utes during the second overtime at Arizona Stadium. Arizona won 37-30 in double overtime. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 14, 2015; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Nate Phillips (6) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Utah Utes during the second overtime at Arizona Stadium. Arizona won 37-30 in double overtime. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 17, 2016; Tucson, AZ, USA; The Arizona Wildcats run onto the field before the game against the Hawaii Warriors at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports
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No. 4: Mackovic and Smith Combine Forces

Oct. 27, 1973

Utah         21
Arizona   42

In 1973 Arizona had a few future head coaches on it’s staff. The offensive coordinator was controversial figure John Mackovic. The defense was lead by the king of the upset, Larry Smith.

Both gentlemen had their sides of the ball working near perfection against the Utes.

Mackovic’s offense had 532 yards, including an impressive 432 on the ground. Jim Upchurch had 169 yards rushing while Willie Hamilton added 100 yards of his own.

Smith’s defense was also impressive. The Cats forced nine turnovers including two interceptions and a fumble recovery by Roussell Williams.

Arizona would finish the year 8-3 and 7-1 in the WAC. A late season loss to their rivals from the North would sour their possible Fiesta Bowl dreams.

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