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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

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

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Jan 2, 2026

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

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Jan 2, 2026

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

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive backs Treydan Stukes and Dalton Johnson celebrate a win against the Kansas Jayhawks at the end of the game at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Danny Gonzales gets emotional talking about Dalton Johnson and Treydan Stukes

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Dec 27, 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 there could be opt-outs for the Holiday Bowl

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Dec 26, 2025

Dec 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) and teammates celebrate at the bench during the second half of the game against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona freshman class has exceeded expectations during spectacular start

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Dec 26, 2025

Remaining Arizona players from 2023 can make program history in Holiday Bowl

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Dec 26, 2025

Dec 20, 2008; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Arizona Wildcats mascot Wilbur Wildcat waves an Arizona flag during the Wildcats' 31-21 victory over the Brigham Young Cougars in the Las Vegas Bowl at Sam Boyd Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee/Image of Sport-Imagn Images

Arizona 2026 edge rusher signee Prince Williams named Nevada HS POY

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Dec 26, 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 odds have moved slightly for Arizona versus SMU

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Dec 26, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) celebrates with offensive coordinator Seth Doege after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

A half dozen young Arizona players emerging during Holiday Bowl practice

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Dec 25, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales against the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona DC Danny Gonzales staying with Wildcats despite other opportunities

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Dec 25, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) against Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Tiaoalii Savea (98) at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona expected to get key player back for the Holiday Bowl

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Dec 24, 2025

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats assistant coach Lyle Moevao against the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona promoting from within for new Running Back coach

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Dec 23, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Dalton Johnson (43) celebrates an interception he caught from the Brigham Young Cougars with his team during the third quarter of the game at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona officially hires General Manager Aaron Knotts from Washington

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Dec 22, 2025

Dec 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Sean Newman Jr. (4) passes the ball against Arizona Wildcats forward Dwayne Aristode (2) in the first half during the Hall of Fame Series at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona wakes up late in first half and puts SDSU away in final 20 minutes

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Dec 20, 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

Retired NFL OT names Noah Fifita in his Top 100 CFB Players of 2025

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Dec 18, 2025

Arizona head coach Brent Brennan celebrates during a game against Arizona State at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Nov. 28, 2025.

Arizona loses 3-star safety Griffin Tillis from 2026 class

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Dec 15, 2025

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