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Arizona Wildcats Dominate at Mountain America Stadium in Football Showdown Against Arizona State Sun Devils

The Arizona Wildcats, with a record of 9-3, faced off against the Arizona State Sun Devils, holding a 3-9 record, in a game that ended with a decisive score of 59-23. The Wildcats' performance was dominant on both sides of the ball as they outscored their opponents by more than double.


Nov 25, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats linebacker Jacob Manu (top) sacks Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Jaden Rashada in the second half of the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

At Mountain America Stadium, the Wildcats showcased an offensive clinic against the Sun Devils. The passing game was particularly effective; the quarterback threw for 527 yards with an impressive completion rate of 73 percent and five touchdowns. One touchdown pass connected for an explosive gain of 50 yards. The receiving corps was equally impressive, amassing the same yardage total and scoring on five occasions as well. On the ground, Arizona managed to add another three touchdowns to their tally while rushing for a total of 92 yards.


Defensively, the Wildcats were just as formidable. They sacked Arizona State's quarterback twice and recorded two interceptions that were returned for a combined total of 40 yards. Their relentless pressure resulted in seven tackles for loss totaling negative 32 yards against their opponents.


Nov 25, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats cornerback Tacario Davis (23) returns a fumble against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first half of the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Special teams also contributed to this comprehensive victory; although they only punted once during the game, it traveled an impressive distance of 58 yards. Moreover, kickoffs by Arizona were strategically executed – out of ten kickoffs, seven resulted in touchbacks due to precise placement.


The efficiency within scoring opportunities was notable as well; red zone success stood at nearly 86 percent while converting eight out of eleven third-down attempts into first downs or touchdowns.


Nov 25, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats running back Jacob Cowing (2) is tackled by Arizona State Sun Devils defensive back Demetries Ford (4) in the first half of the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

While penalties could have been problematic areas for some teams – six infractions costing them sixty-five penalty yards – it did not significantly hinder their overall performance or momentum throughout this contest.


As fans look ahead after this commanding victory by their team over state rivals at Tempe's outdoor venue before over fifty-three thousand attendees on November twenty-fifth at half-past one PM local time (Mountain Standard Time), they can mark their calendars for another exciting game featuring the University of Arizona football team.


The next challenge awaits when University Of Arizona Wildcats travel to face Oklahoma Sooners at Alamodome in San Antonio on December twenty-ninth at eight fifteen PM Central Time (CT). Fans eager to support can tune into ESPN network broadcasts to follow all live-action from Texas.

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