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Nov 30, 2024; Pullman, Washington, USA; Wyoming Cowboys cornerback Tyrese Boss (8) celebrates after a game against the Washington State Cougars at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

Arizona adds 2 potential impact transfers to 2026 roster

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Jan 7, 2026

Arizona adds more TE depth with Shane King from Southern Mississippi

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Jan 7, 2026

Arizona predicted to add former 4-star USC transfer WR D.J. Jordan

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Jan 6, 2026

Arizona adds productive Georgetown linebacker Cooper Blomstrom

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Jan 6, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs (2) pulls on the jersey of Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Cole Rusk (14) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Arizona adds 2026 top 10 Transfer Portal Tight End Cole Rusk from Illinois

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Jan 6, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; SMU Mustangs quarterback Kevin Jennings (7) prepares to take the snap against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Several returning Arizona defensive players were productive in Holiday Bowl

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Jan 5, 2026

Nov 23, 2024; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Jack Luttrell (13) and defensive back Marquis Groves-Killebrew (20) celebrate an interception in the first quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Arizona loses 1 DB to the 2026 NFL Draft and another to Transfer Portal

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Jan 4, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) celebrates with Ayden Garnes (9), Dalton Johnson (43) and Genesis Smith (12) after an interception against Arizona State Sun Devils in the second half during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

3 Arizona opt outs solidified their Wildcats legacy long before Holiday Bowl

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Jan 4, 2026

Northwestern v USC

3 early 2026 Transfer Portal targets emerging for Arizona football

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Jan 4, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) is tackled by SMU Mustangs safety Tyren Polley (10) in the second half during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Noah Fifita returning to Arizona in 2026 with unfinished business

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Jan 3, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan reacts against the SMU Mustangs in the first half during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Brent Brennan discussed when he knew about Arizona opt outs

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Jan 3, 2026

Sep 12, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Jeremiah Patterson (2) runs the ball during the third quarter of the game against the Kansas State Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona loses 2 more players to Transfer Portal after Holiday Bowl

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Jan 3, 2026

Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita (1) throws a pass against Arizona State during a game at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Nov. 28, 2025.

Noah Fifita sets another Arizona passing record in Holiday Bowl

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Jan 2, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; A general overall aerial view of Snapdragon Stadium during the Holiday Bowl between the Arizona Wildcats at SMU Mustangs. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Arizona digs itself in too deep of a deficit losing Holiday Bowl to SMU

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Jan 2, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) celebrates with Ayden Garnes (9), Dalton Johnson (43) and Genesis Smith (12) after an interception against Arizona State Sun Devils in the second half during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

3 Arizona Secondary stars opt out for Holiday Bowl versus SMU

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Jan 2, 2026

Nov 23, 2024; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Jack Luttrell (13) and defensive back Marquis Groves-Killebrew (20) celebrate an interception in the first quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Arizona loses 4 players to 2026 transfer portal on first official day its open

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Jan 2, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Dalton Johnson (43) celebrates with the Territorial Cup trophy after defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils in the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona at SMU: Holiday Bowl final odds, predictions and game information

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Jan 2, 2026

Sep 12, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Dalton Johnson (43) holds up the turnover sword during the second quarter of the game against the Kansas State Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona and SMU have been adept forcing turnovers through 2025 season

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Jan 1, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona and Noah Fifita have complex task versus SMU pass defense

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Jan 1, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears running back Kendrick Raphael (1) leaps over Southern Methodist Mustangs safety Ahmaad Moses (3) during the third quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

All-ACC SMU players to watch versus Arizona in 2026 Holiday Bowl

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Dec 31, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (4) waits for the Arizona Wildcats team to arrive before the start of the game against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona alum Tetairoa McMillan named ESPN 1st-team NFL All-Rookie

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Dec 30, 2025

Arizona head coach Brent Brennan walks to the end zone with his team during a game against Arizona State at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Nov. 28, 2025.

Brent Brennan said Arizona will not announce opt-outs before Holiday Bowl

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Dec 29, 2025

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Holiday Bowl between Arizona and SMU will be a battle of experienced QBs

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Dec 29, 2025

Sep 3, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; Arizona Wildcats running back DJ Williams (32) celebrates with tight end Tanner McLachlan (84) and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (4) after scoring a touchdown against the San Diego State Aztecs during the second half at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

Complete guide to Arizona versus SMU Holiday Bowl: Odds, series, TV and weather

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Dec 29, 2025

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Brent Brennan discusses memories of Arizona in the 1998 Holiday Bowl

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Dec 28, 2025

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats linebacker Taye Brown (6) attempts to take the ball out of the hands of the Baylor Bears during the fourth quarter of the game at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona and SMU had vastly different outcomes versus their 1 2025 common opponent

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Dec 28, 2025

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Brent Brennan expects 2026 to be the biggest portal opening we have ever seen

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Dec 28, 2025

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Noah Fifita has more Arizona milestones within reach at the Holiday Bowl

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Dec 27, 2025

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