Arizona coaches have been obsessing over BYU game for months
Deseret News • • sports
Key Points:
- Arizona defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales has been focused since January on preparing for their upcoming game against BYU, aiming for revenge after last year's double-overtime loss.
- Gonzales confirmed that the game plan for BYU was completed well in advance, despite Arizona recently defeating Northern Arizona 35-7.
- BYU head coach Kalani Sitake emphasized that his team prepares broadly in the offseason without focusing on any specific opponent, adjusting strategies based on game film once the season starts.
- Both Sitake and BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick expressed high respect for Gonzales and Arizona’s defense, noting their consistent toughness and ability to maintain a strong defensive identity year after year.
- BYU has won five consecutive games against Arizona, including a close double-overtime victory last season, highlighting the competitive nature of the upcoming matchup.
