The Wildcast: Previewing the Holiday Bowl, other Big 12 bowl games and answering mailbag questions
- Justin Spears
Arizona Daily Star
- Updated
Happy holidays! The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev are joined by Jordan Hamm to preview the Arizona Wildcats taking on the SMU Mustangs in the Holiday Bowl; plus, a look at other Big 12 bowl games. The guys answer your mailbag questions, discuss the latest news with UA football and look back on a memorable year in Arizona sports in 2025.
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Arizona linebacker Max Harris has played multiple positions at multiple schools. He just put out an album. And now he’s playing in the Holiday Bowl. “I’m very blessed,” he said.
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