Watch: 8 most interesting things RichRod said at Arizona's news conference
Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star
Wildcats face biggest test of season against USC:
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Arizona coach Rich Rodriguez isn't happy that several UA commits ended up at Oregon but says he isn't taking it personally.
Not too many predicted Arizona to have the season its having at this very moment even with sophomore quarterback Khalil Tate as the starter. The Wildcats are ranked No. 23 in the AP Top 25 and bowl eligible after thumping Washington State by three touchdowns.
Now the Cats take their talents to Los Angeles against a No. 17 USC team that was once a hopeful for the College Football Playoff.
With Arizona State losing to the Trojans last week, Saturday's matchup will determine which team will control its destiny to represent the Pac-12 South in the conference championship. It's not a for-all-the-marbles type of game, but it's certainly an essential game for both teams moving forward.
Arizona head coach Rich Rodriguez held a press conference Monday to recap the win over Wazzu and looking forward to USC:
Tate's passing since his collegiate debut against USC last year:
UpdatedRichRod on Khalil Tate’s passing abilities this season compared to 2016: pic.twitter.com/x2pyj9n3Ha
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
Cats are scoring too quick:
UpdatedRichRod on Arizona’s “explosive” offense and the limited number of plays this season: pic.twitter.com/O5BqehmGh6
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
Hey, Darnold!
UpdatedRichRod on Sam Darnold: “He needs to go ahead and declare for the draft.” pic.twitter.com/MuV8bOlu1y
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
Where are the fans?
UpdatedRichRod on fan support and Arizona Stadium not filling up every week: pic.twitter.com/AC7VWgRv5e
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
OL Michael Eletise's diet and special teams' contributions:
UpdatedRichRod on Michael Eletise’s diet and special teams stepping up through the season. pic.twitter.com/F9JIFof18V
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
Winning on the field means success off the field in recruiting:
UpdatedRichRod on Arizona’s success leading to better recruiting: “Guys are answering their phones quicker.” pic.twitter.com/urF0947q8O
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
USC RB Ronald Jones' explosiveness and Jarrius Wallace filling in for Scottie Young Jr.:
UpdatedRichRod on USC RB Ronald Jones, freshmen playing on national stage and Jarrius Wallace’s production: pic.twitter.com/tOUVFbGiVa
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
What the heck is Khalil Tate's nickname?
UpdatedRichRod on Khalil Tate’s nickname: “Is that like a standard protocol when someone is going off the charts?” pic.twitter.com/da4SWGSRTN
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 30, 2017
