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Arizona football adds key transfer players ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Arizona football adds key transfer players ahead of 2026 season

Summary

As the Arizona Wildcats prepare for their 2026 football season, they have added several impactful transfer players to bolster their roster in pursuit of a Big 12 title and a shot at the College Football Playoff. Among the new additions are cornerback Dwight Bootle II from Charlotte, running back Antwan Roberts Jr. from Marshall, and safety Malcolm Hartzog from Nebraska. Each player brings significant experience and skill, addressing areas of need following the departure of several players to the NFL. The Wildcats will look to integrate these transfers into a competitive lineup ahead of their upcoming campaign.

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Status Watch

•Arizona returns key players like Noah Fifita and Tre Spivey for 2026.
•Dwight Bootle II aims to enhance the secondary following NFL departures.
•Antwan Roberts Jr. joins the running back rotation after successful tenure at Marshall.
•Malcolm Hartzog expected to lead the safety unit after transferring from Nebraska.
•Arizona's season starts with aspirations for the College Football Playoff.

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Arizona is a week out from officially starting its 2026 campaign to compete for a Big 12 title and a possible spot in the College Football Playoff. While the Wildcats return key pieces like Noah Fifita, Tre Spivey and Jay’Vion Cole, they still needed to fill spots on the roster. Five players from the secondary […]
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