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Arizona football prepares for road matchup against No. 14 BYU

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 5:59 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Arizona football prepares for road matchup against No. 14 BYU

Summary

Arizona head coach Brent Brennan and the Wildcats are preparing to face No. 14 BYU in Provo this Saturday. Arizona enters the game following a 35-7 win over Northern Arizona in its season opener. Brennan stated the focus remains on current performance rather than previous results, including a double-overtime loss to the Cougars last season. The coach noted the challenge of competing at LaVell Edwards Stadium, where BYU has not lost since November 2024. Brennan also praised BYU running back LJ Martin for his physical play style and historical production against the Wildcats. The team is preparing for a physical contest against the Cougars in a hostile environment.

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By the Numbers

•Arizona visits Provo to play No. 14 BYU on Saturday.
•Arizona opened its season with a 35-7 win against Northern Arizona.
•BYU remains undefeated at home since November 2024.
•LJ Martin has recorded three touchdowns in two career games against Arizona.
•Brent Brennan served as a coach alongside BYU coach Kalani Sitake at Oregon State in 2025.

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5:59 PMYahoo Sports — ‘This is a big-time football game’: Arizona coach previews Wildcats’ attempt to upset No. 14 BYU

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Arizona, fresh off a 35-7 opening win over Northern Arizona, setting sights on securing an early upset of the No. 14-ranked Cougars in Provo.
— Yahoo Sports

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