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- Arizona's second starting cornerback job opposite Jay'Vion Cole remains open, but Chip Viney described the group as healthy and deep with multiple candidates capable of playing all five secondary spots. - Charlotte transfer Dwight Bootle has translated quickly because his Nebraska scheme was similar to Arizona's, and his press-man, off-man and ball-production skills fit the Wildcats' system. - Viney called Swayde Griffin the secondary's most improved player from spring through fall camp and said Griffin has leaned into earning work on both defense and special teams. - Jay'Vion Cole has taken on a larger leadership role and carries all-conference to All-America upside if he stays healthy and converts his playmaking opportunities. - Veteran Malcolm Hartzog is positioned to replace Treydan Stukes in the secondary after a strong camp while trying to rebound and make his own statement in 2026.

- Sawyer Anderson won Arizona's backup quarterback job behind Noah Fifita after producing more explosive plays than the other contenders during camp. - Anderson's year in the system gave him an advantage processing the offense, and Seth Doege believes he can handle nearly the same game plan as Fifita. - Anderson adds mobility, off-platform throwing and outside-the-pocket creation that distinguish his skill set from the rest of Arizona's quarterback room. - Doege expects only modest play-calling adjustments if Anderson must replace Fifita and believes Arizona can still win major games with him.

- Noah Fifita said Arizona made substantial gains in execution, mentality and consistency during fall camp before shifting to Northern Arizona preparation. - Fifita will have the same offensive coordinator for consecutive seasons for the first time, and he believes year two under Seth Doege has produced his highest level of scheme confidence and command. - Doege retained the offense's core answers while adding selected wrinkles, allowing Arizona to enter the opener with greater continuity rather than another wholesale installation. - Young receivers Jet Smith and R.J. Mosley had standout camps, with Mosley excelling on contested catches and Smith creating separation and yards after the catch. - Arizona believes it successfully reloaded after losing five defensive backs to the NFL, with Malcolm Hartzog identified as an especially difficult practice matchup.