AP Top 25 Poll

#14 Arizona Wildcats

2023

Overall Record

9-3

Last Game

vs Arizona State W 59-23

Conference Record

7-2

Next Game

@Oklahoma 12/28/2023

Oklahoma quarterback Dillon Gabriel (8) runs ahead of TCU linebacker Shad Banks Jr., background right, during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)

No. 12 Oklahoma to face No. 14 Arizona in Alamo Bowl in matchup of teams jumping conferences

Oklahoma will face Arizona in the Alamo Bowl. It will be Oklahoma’s last game as Big 12 member before heading to the Southeastern Conference.

Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita (11) throws downfield against Arizona State in the first half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Fifita throws for 527 yards, No. 16 Arizona blows out rival Arizona State 59-23

Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita throws the football against Utah during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

No. 16 Arizona faces rival Arizona State with Pac-12 title hopes still alive

Arizona head coach Jedd Fisch watches the clock during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Utah, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

No. 16 Arizona faces rival Arizona State with Pac-12 title game still within reach

Arizona running back Michael Wiley (6) scores a touchdown against Utah during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

No. 19 Arizona uses fast start to beat No. 16 Utah 42-18

Arizona head coach Jedd Fisch, front center, looks on in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

No. 19 Arizona faces No. 16 Utah with Pac-12 championship game hopes still intact

No. 19 Arizona is on a roll and is heading into its game against No. 16 Utah on a four-game winning streak.

Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita (11) hands off the ball in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

No. 19 Arizona looking to remain in Pac-12 championship game hunt against No. 16 Utah

Utah is out of the running for a third straight Pac-12 championship, but Arizona still has a longshot bid to reach Las Vegas.

Basketball Hall of Famer Julius Erving looks on as players warm up before an NCAA college football game between Arizona and Colorado, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Tyler Loop connects on 24-yard field as time expires, No. 23 Arizona rallies past Colorado 34-31

Tyler Loop connected on a 24-yard field goal with no time remaining, and No. 23 Arizona rallied to beat Colorado 34-31 at sold-out Folsom Field.

Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita throws a pass against UCLA during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona’s athletic department is struggling financially ahead of move to the Big 12

The University of Arizona’s athletic department is struggling financially ahead of its move from the Pac-12 to the Big 12. University President Robert C.

UCLA quarterback Collin Schlee (9) throws a pass over Arizona linebacker Taylor Upshaw (11) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

No. 23 Arizona rolls into Colorado on 3-game win streak and bowl eligible for first time since 2017

The 23rd-ranked Arizona Wildcats have won three straight heading into their game against Colorado at Folsom Field this weekend.

UCLA defensive lineman Gabriel Murphy (11) pressures Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Back in poll for 1st time since 2017, No. 23 Arizona looks to keep rolling against Colorado

The Wildcats have knocked off three straight ranked teams for the first time in program history to jump into the polls.

UCLA defensive lineman Gabriel Murphy (11) pressures Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

No. 23 Arizona is taking huge strides in its third season under Jedd Fisch

Jedd Fisch had the toughest sales job in college football, trying to convince recruits and assistant coaches to join what was at the time one of the nation’s worst programs.

Arizona wide receiver Montana Lemonious-Craig (5) scores a touchdown against UCLA defensive back Jaylin Davies (24) and defensive lineman Laiatu Latu during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona knocks off No. 20 UCLA to win 3 straight against ranked opponents for first time

Noah Fifita threw for 300 yards and three touchdowns, and Arizona knocked off No. 20 UCLA 27-10 to beat ranked opponents in three consecutive games for the first time in program history.

Arizona wide receiver Malachi Riley (10) catches a pass as head coach Jedd Fisch, right, watches during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Pullman, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

Arizona hosts No. 20 UCLA in the Wildcats’ fifth straight game against a ranked opponent

Arizona is at the tail end of one of the most brutal stretches in college football this season. In previous years, five straight games against ranked opponents would have likely led to five straight lopsided losses.

Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, left, is tripped up by UCLA defensive lineman Laiatu Latu, center, before lineman Gabriel Murphy, right, tackles him and forces a fumble during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, in Pasadena, Calif. Sanders recovered the ball. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

No. 20 UCLA aims for third straight win against resurgent Arizona

UCLA looks to win its third straight against an Arizona team coming off consecutive wins over AP Top 25 teams.

Arizona linebacker Taylor Upshaw (11) sacks Oregon State quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (Kelly Presnell/Arizona Daily Star via AP)

Fifita leads Arizona to 27-24 win over No. 11 Oregon State

Noah Fifita threw two touchdown passes to Michael Wiley in the fourth quarter and Arizona beat No. 11 Oregon State 27-24 for its second straight win over a ranked opponent.

Oregon State quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) hands off the ball to running back Damien Martinez (6) during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against UCLA on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Corvallis, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

No. 11 Oregon State facing tough test in the desert against Arizona

No. 11 Oregon State has beaten two AP Top 25 teams this season and is already bowl eligible for the third straight season, continuing the Beavers’ upward trajectory under coach Jonathan Smith.

Oregon State tight end Jack Velling scores a touchdown against UCLA during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Corvallis, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

No. 11 Oregon State faces stiff test with road game at Arizona

Oregon State faces Arizona as the Beavers look to start a season 7-1 for the first time since 2012. It’s a matchup of teams coming off wins over AP Top 25 teams.

Arizona running back Rayshon Luke, center left, celebrates his touchdown against Washington State with running back Jonah Coleman during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Pullman, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

Arizona rebounds from narrow losses with 44-6 victory over No. 19 Washington State

Noah Fifita threw for 342 yards, Jonah Coleman had 168 yards from scrimmage and three rushing touchdowns and Arizona forced three turnovers in a 44-6 victory over No. 19 Washington State on Saturday night.

Washington State head coach Jake Dickert watches a field goal attempt during the first half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA, Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

No. 19 Washington State looks to rebound from first loss hosting pesky Arizona

While his own team would probably get some consideration nearing the halfway point of the season, Washington State coach Jake Dickert has a quick answer for the most improved team he’s seen this season.

Washington State running back Nakia Watson, right, celebrates his touchdown with offensive lineman Konner Gomness during the second half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA, Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

No. 19 Washington State looks to rebound against improved Arizona

No. 19 Washington State and Arizona are both looking to rebound after tough road losses last week in Los Angeles.

Southern California running back MarShawn Lloyd runs in for a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

No. 9 USC hopes to show finishing touch on offense hosting Arizona

The ninth-ranked Southern California Trojans had to hold on in closer than expected road wins at Arizona State and Colorado the past two weeks, in part because of struggles running the ball in the second half to protect their lead.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. looks to pass against Arizona during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Penix picks apart Arizona’s defense in No. 7 Washington’s 31-24 victory

Michael Penix Jr. threw for 363 yards, Dillon Johnson ran for two touchdowns and No. 7 Washington picked apart Arizona in a 31-24 victory.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) looks for a receiver from behind offensive lineman Parker Brailsford (72) during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against California on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 7 Washington faces Arizona in the Huskies’ first Pac-12 road game of the season

Washington has dominated to start the 2023 season, putting up massive offensive numbers while already being touted as a potential College Football Playoff team.

Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against California on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

No. 7 Washington and red-hot QB Penix hoping to avoid letdown on the road against Arizona

Washington looks to avoid a letdown in the final Pac-12 meeting against Arizona. The Huskies opened last season 4-0, then lost their first road game to UCLA and took another loss to Arizona State to drop out of the College Football Playoff conversation.

Arizona tight end Tanner McLachlan (84) hurdles Stanford safety Alaka'i Gilman during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Stanford, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Arizona holds off Stanford 21-20 to snap 6-game losing streak against Cardinal

DJ Williams scored a go-ahead touchdown from two-yards out midway through the fourth quarter to finish off a nine-play drive as Arizona beat Stanford 21-20 to open Pac-12 Conference play with a road win.

Arizona quarterback Jayden de Laura (7) manages to get away from a UTEP defender during an NCAA college football game between UTEP and Arizona on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (Kelly Presnell/Arizona Daily Star via AP)

Arizona opens Pac-12 play at struggling Stanford

Arizona opens Pac-12 play after winning two of three nonconference games with a trip to Stanford. This is the first meeting between the schools since 2019.

Arizona quarterback Jayden de Laura (7) manages to get away from a UTEP defender during an NCAA college football game between UTEP and Arizona on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (Kelly Presnell/Arizona Daily Star via AP)

De Laura’s 3 touchdown passes leads Arizona to 31-10 win over UTEP

Jayden de Laura threw for 285 yards and three touchdowns, and Arizona’s defense shut down UTEP for a 31-10 win.

Mississippi State running back Jeffery Pittman (25) sprints past offensive lineman Steven Losoya III (64) for an overtime touchdown against Arizona during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, in Starkville, Miss. (Thomas Wells/The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal via AP)

Mississippi State forces 5 turnovers, needs OT to hold off Arizona in OT, 31-24

Mississippi State forced five Arizona turnovers but had to rally in overtime to earn a 31-24 victory.

Mississippi State wide receiver Lideatrick Griffin (5) has his dreads knocked loose by a tackle by Southeastern Louisiana defensive back Kunta Hester (11) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Starkville, Miss. Mississippi State won 48-7. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

Mississippi State, Arizona look to follow up lopsided wins in matchup of Pac-12, SEC teams

Arizona visits Mississippi State, looking to avenge last year’s 39-17 loss in a matchup of Pac-12 and SEC schools.

Arizona State guard Desmond Cambridge Jr. (4) celebrates with teammates after hitting a three point buzzer beater to defeat Arizona 89-88 during an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona State stuns No. 7 Arizona 89-88 on Cambridge’s heave

Desmond Cambridge Jr. hit a 60-foot shot at the buzzer and Arizona State rallied from a 10-point deficit to beat No. 7 Arizona 89-88.

Purdue's Mason Gillis (0) puts up a shot against Indiana's Trayce Jackson-Davis (23) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Jackson-Davis scores 25 as No. 21 Indiana beats No. 1 Purdue

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Trayce Jackson-Davis scored 25 points and Jalen Hood-Schifino delivered the clinching basket on a dunk with 2 seconds left as No. 21 Indiana beat No. 1 Purdue 79-74 on Saturday.

Oregon State forward Glenn Taylor Jr., right, shields the ball from Arizona forward Azuolas Tubelis during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

No. 5 Arizona uses massive run to rout Oregon State 84-52

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona got stuck in Oregon State’s preferred pace, forced to grind out half-court possessions. A litany of whistles further bogged down the game.

Arizona forward Azuolas Tubelis, right, drives to the basket as Oregon State forward Tyler Bilodeau, left, defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Corvallis, Ore., Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

Tubelis lifts No. 9 Arizona to 86-74 win over Oregon State

CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) — Pac-12 scoring leader Azuolas Tubelis had 25 points to help No. 9 Arizona beat Oregon State 86-74 on Thursday night.

Ohio quarterback CJ Harris (10) is sacked by Toledo linebacker Nate Givhan (5) during the second half of the Mid-American Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Wyoming, Ohio put postseason streaks on line in Arizona Bowl

Wyoming (7-5, Mountain West) vs. Ohio (9-4, MAC) Dec. 30, 4:30 p.m. ET, Barstool

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