Watch: 7 best things Kevin Sumlin said in Monday's press conference

Khalil Tate vs. Ed Oliver

Every time the Arizona offense takes the field against Houston on Saturday, Khalil Tate will stare down another Heisman hopeful in defensive tackle Ed Oliver. 

Oliver is also projected to be one of the top picks in the 2019 NFL Draft. After a 28-23 loss to BYU to start the Kevin Sumlin era, the Wildcats have their work cut out for them. 

It's also Sumlin's first return to his old stomping grounds since he left UH for Texas A&M in 2011. Sumlin held his weekly press conference on Monday and reflected on the loss to BYU, Khalil Tate's poise and returning to east Texas this weekend.

Reflection

Kevin Sumlin on what he took away from the BYU game after watching film: pic.twitter.com/bXihTT0i98

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018

Khalil Tate's performance

Kevin Sumlin on Khalil Tate’s performance against BYU: “I thought he did a really good job of staying poised.” pic.twitter.com/Dzwhe1SjoG

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018

Getting the best out of Tate

Kevin Sumlin on finding a healthy balance of passing and running for Khalil Tate: pic.twitter.com/nlA6gOxE0a

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018

Expects more pressure from D-line

Kevin Sumlin says it was disappointing Arizona’s defensive line didn’t record any sacks against BYU. pic.twitter.com/X3J0y7oWzg

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018

Ed Oliver

Kevin Sumlin on Houston DL Ed Oliver: “He’s a very, very special talent, and one of the best players in college football. ... You can’t ignore his talent.” pic.twitter.com/uNwSnsU2XN

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018

Remembering Houston

Kevin Sumlin reminisces on his time at Houston. Sumlin was UH’s head coach from 2008-11. pic.twitter.com/qY8AnEcZzS

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018

Importance of Jace Whittaker, Scottie Young Jr.

Kevin Sumlin says Scottie Young Jr. and Jace Whittaker add depth and experience to Arizona’s defense. Sumlin also explains why certain players weren’t on the sideline against BYU. pic.twitter.com/JleIWn7gHe

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) September 3, 2018