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- Game breakdown: Arizona heads to Washington State on Saturday to take on the Cougars as the Wildcats look to move to 3-1 on the season.

- In Arizona's Sept. 24, 2026 notebook, Brent Brennan confirms defensive back Daylen Austin has a season-ending injury. He separately gives no update on tight end Cole Rusk, who left the Northern Illinois game hurt. Austin's season-ending designation must not be applied to Rusk, whose status remains unresolved. - After Arizona struggled to run against Northern Illinois in 2026, Brennan identified missed assignments and deficient execution as problems. Correcting those details is a priority this week after the better rushing performance against BYU; he did not announce a different offensive system or a replacement line. - Arizona used Brandon Phelps in the slot against Northern Illinois, a departure from his previous usage. In the 2026 notebook, Brennan links inside-outside flexibility to mixing receiver body types and notes that some calls and assignments differ. This documents game usage, not a permanent move or a new starting lineup. - Arizona safety Cam Chapa received an extended look against Northern Illinois largely because of injuries. Brennan called it his most confident and physical performance since arriving and linked faster play to learning the scheme. The 2026 assessment supports recent expanded usage, not a guaranteed starting role or future snap share.

- Injury: * Tight end Cole Rusk left the NIU game with an undisclosed injury and while his status remains to be seen, there was a notable update on defensive back Daylen Austin.

- TE: "The energy he had when he caught that ball, it was like 'Finally.' ...