Photos: 2019 Arizona Wildcats pre-season football practices
- Kelly Presnell,
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The Wildcats continue their work, prepping for the upcoming 2019 season, Tucson, Ariz.
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University of Arizona's Michael Wiley slips to the turf but still manages to make the catch while running drills during a pre-season practice in Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona cornerback McKenzie Barnes takes advantage of the misters on the sidelines during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona running backs practice holding onto the ball as they work out during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona quarterback Grant Gunnell fires off a pass to Devin Green during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back Nazar Bombata eyes his route while taking a handoff from quarterback Grant Gunnell during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona Jamarye Joiner settles under a kick-off while working with the special teams during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona's Brian Casteel takes a throw as the receivers run through their drills during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona's Tayvian Cunningham gathers in a kick-off during special teams drills at a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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University of Arizona players get loose before taking the field at Arizona Stadium for a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 10, 2019.
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J.J. Taylor and his fellow Arizona tailbacks need more work against NAU after being underutilized at Hawaii.
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University of Arizona quarterbacks Grant Gunnell, left, Khalil Tate and Rhett Rodriguez find something interesting on Gunnell's helmet during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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Santiago Campas gets a high five from University of Arizona's quarterback Khalil Tate as the Wildcats file into the Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center for pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona safety Jarrius Wallace trots through warm ups during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona linemen Eyes Tapusoa, left, and Trevon Mason listen to special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona's running back J.J Taylor high-steps his way through a drill during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona's offensive line coach Kyle DeVan talks to his unit during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back Michael Wiley takes a handoff from quarterback Grant Gunnell during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona quarterback Kevin Doyle throws off to the side during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate throws over a coach while working on rolling out during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona safety Tristan Cooper reaches for pass while running drills with the defensive backs during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona's Rhett Rodriguez, left, and Grant Gunnell throw to opposite sidelines during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona running backs coach DeMarco Murray whacks running back John Burton with a pad while conducting a drill during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona Xavier Bell gets hands-on instruction from defensive coordinator Marcel Yates during a pre-season practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2019.
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Arizona quarterback Kevin Doyle (12) winds up for a throw while warming up during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona's Rhett Rodriquez (4) works on a warm up pass during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona running back Michael Wiley (6) runs through a drill during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona cornerback Malcolm Holland (10) walks into a huddle while breaking during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona wide receiver Tre Adams reaches for a pass during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate (14) talks with wide receiver Cedric Peterson (18) during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona running back Gary Brightwell (23) wipes sweat from his face during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Special Teams Assistant Nick Troyer talks with Wildcat players during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona quarterback Grant Gunnell (17) takes off his helmet as he walks to the sidelines during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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Arizona wide receiver Jamarye Joiner (10) kneels on the sidelines while taking a break during practice at the University of Arizona Friday, Aug. 9, 2019.
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University of Arizona cornerback Lorenzo Burns arrives just in time to keep receiver Tayvian Cunningham from making the grab as the Wildcats work into their third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back Nazar Bombata keeps his eyes glued to the ball carrier while running special teams coverage drills in the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona defensive lineman J. B. Brown celebrates after stuffing a run behind the line of scrimmage during the Wildcats practice session for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone, left, and head coach Kevin Sumlin have their attention divided during the Wildcats' practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Jamarye Joiner prepares to cradle a catch while running routes drills with the quarterbacks as the Wildcats go into their third week of pre-practice, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back J.J. Taylor makes a one-handed running grab while working out with the other backs during the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Drew Dixon pulls down a high throw while running drills during the third week of practice for the Wildcats, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Devin Green gets a hand to the ball but can't reel it in while running routes during the third week of pre-season workouts, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back Bryce Coleman gets a throw out wide during the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona linebacker Derrion Clark, left, lineman Kyon Barrs and STUD Lee Anderson III clog the hole and stymie running back Nathan Tilford's run up the middle during the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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Linebacker Colin Schooler (7) is back to lead the Arizona defense. He has 21 career starts.
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University of Arizona receiver Stanley Berryhill III slaps his way around a coach while working on his route running during the the Wildcats third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona safety Scottie Young Jr. closes down a ball carrier while working on special teams coverage on the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Tre Adams gets behind cornerback Christian Roland-Wallace and make the grab on the sideline during the Wildcats pre-season practice session, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona running backs coach Demarco Murray plays quarterback while working with the backs on the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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University of Arizona special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer critiques a coverage drill during the third week of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., August 6, 2019.
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Defensive end J.B. Brown tries to cool off a little on a hot morning pre-season practice session for the eighth day of the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Running back Bam Smith urns the corner on safety Chacho Ulloa en route to the end zone on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Corner back Christian Roland-Wallace ends up with a one handed grab while running drills with the d-back during the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Running back J.J. Taylor skips out of the way of safety Christian Young on a run during a scrimmage at the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Receiver Jaden Mitchell gets bundled out of bounds by a trio of Wildcat defenders after his catch and run on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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It isn't a stretch to say junior Donovan Laie is Arizona's most versatile offensive lineman.
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Quarterback Rhett Rodriguez gets off the throw with defensive end Justin Belknap getting around o-lineman Paiton Fears and collapsing the pocket on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Receiver Stanley Berryhill III can't catch up the throw despite getting behind cornerback Lorenzo Burns on a deep pass on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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STUD Jalen Harris limbers up as the Wildcats prepare to for their morning session on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Receiver Jamarye Joiner hauls in a catch while running routes on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Head coach Kevin Sumlin has a laugh while organizing the Wildcats during the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Quarterback Khalil Tate uncorks a deep pass into the corner during the Wildcats scrimmage on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Cornerback Jaxen Turner takes advantage of the misters going full blast on the sidelines of a muggy morning practice on the eighth day of pre-season for the University of Arizona football team, Tucson, Ariz., August 3, 2019.
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Everyone gathers 'round head coach Kevin Sumlin as the workout comes to a close during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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Receiver Drew Dixon makes a one-handed grab while running routes during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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Defensive end JB Brown works on his technique maneuvering around upended garbage cans during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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The offensive linemen hit the sled during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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Gary Brightwell, left, makes Bam Smith work to hold onto the ball as the running backs drill during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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Receiver Tayvian Cunningham has his eyes glued to the ball while running routes during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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Linebacker Colin Schooler blocks out running back Bryce Coleman during special teams work on day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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Head coach Kevin Sumlin walks with his Wildcats as they get loose for day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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The defensive line hams it up between reps during day seven of the University of Arizona's pre-season practices, Tucson, Ariz., August 2, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back J.J. Taylor goes through the warm up drills with the Wildcats on day 6 of their pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone gives quarterback Khalil Tate some one-on-one pointers while running the quarterbacks through their paces on day 6 of their pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back J.J. Taylor gets swatted with a pad while fine tuning his technique as the Wildcats work out on day 6 of their pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona tight end Zach Williams fields a kick during the special teams portion of the day's work out on day 6 of the pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Thomas Reid III leaps to meet the ball while working out on day 6 of the Wildcats pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Tre Adams tracks down a throw on day 6 of the Wildcats pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona Nathan Tilford takes his licks running the obstacles and getting whacked with pads while working out on day 6 of the pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver William Gunnell eyes the ball into his hands while working out on day 6 of the pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona receiver Devin Green tracks down a throw working through a drill on day 6 of the pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona's Khalil Tate throws a pass in front of Grant Gunnell as the quarterbacks throw to receivers during drills on day 6 of their pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona Bryce Wolma runs routes while working out with the tight ends on day 6 of their pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona Rhett Rodriguez cocks to throw in front of front of redshirt freshman Luke Ashworth as the quarterbacks drill with the receivers on day 6 of their pre-season, Tucson, Ariz., August 1, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back Bryce Coleman takes a beating as he gets slapped during his run at the Wildcats football practice, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona cornerbacks Troy Young, top, and Malik Hausman come down with catches while running drills with the d-backs, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer gathers his squad around to get the play during the Wildcats practice at Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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The University of Arizona o-line gets in their reps on the turf inside Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona kicker Lucas Havrisik works out with the Wildcats as they warm up before practice starts in earnest, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back J.J. Taylor takes a pad to the helmet while running the gauntlet with the other ball carriers at Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona cornerback Bobby Wolfe goes up to bring down the ball during his workout with the other d-backs, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona punter Matt Aragon has to field a high snap as the special teams unit runs through a couple of formations, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona defensive players converge on a coach during a pursuit drill at Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona running back Bam Smith takes a handoff from quarterback Rhett Rodriguez during a practice session at Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate lets go a throw while working with the receiver corps during the Wildcats practice at Arizona stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona quarterback Khalil takes aim as he works with the receivers during a drill, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona quarterback Rhett Rodriguez takes the snap at the Wildcats session, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona Grant Gunnell throws a for the sideline route during the team's practice, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona linebacker Colin Schooler rips his way past running back Nathan Tilford on a pass rush drill, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona linebacker Dayven Coleman paws his way around running back John Burton and to the quarterback stand-in during a pass rush/blocking drill at Arizona Stadium, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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Receiver Thomas Marcus Jr., right, is no longer on the UA football roster.
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University of Arizona receiver Jalen Curry gets behind the defensive backs to make the catch, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona offensive lineman Edgar Burrola, left, locks horns with STUD Lee Anderson III as the lineman work against one another, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona's Jordan Morgan gets a drink before his next rep on the o-line during drills, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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University of Arizona offensive lineman Tyson Gardner, left, and defensive lineman Mykee Irving get face-to-face as the linemen work against each other, Tucson, Ariz., July 31, 2019.
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Arizona wide receiver Jaden Mitchell settles under a punt on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona offensive lineman Jordan Morgan stays hydrated on a muggy start to the opening day of practice for the Wildcats' upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona's running back Darrius Bam Smith runs the gauntlet while working on controlling the ball on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona wide receiver Brian Casteel turns upfield in the last of the evening light while running drills on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona J.J. Taylor homes in the ball while taking a turn fielding punts on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona's head coach Kevin Sumlin watches the Wildcats trot through their early warm-ups on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate cocks to throw while working with the receiver corps on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona linebacker Colin Schooler sidesteps his way through a warm up drill on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona Jamayre Joiner runs through warm ups with a new jersey and a new position, receiver, on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona cornerback Christian Roland-Wallace eyes a punt into his arms on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona’s offensive lineman Jordan Morgan works with his line mates during drills on opening day of practice in 2019.
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Arizona's Christian Roland-Wallace, left, uses a chair on teammate Malik Hausman as they run drills with the defensive backs on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona's offensive lineman Tyson Gardner works on his technique coming out of his stance on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona receiver Devin Green braces for a catch while running drills with the quarterbacks on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona wide receiver Jaden Mitchell moves in on a catch as he runs routes with the offensive unit on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona tight end Zach Lord has an eye on the ball during opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona running back Bryce Coleman, left, tries to wrest the ball from the grip of J.J. Taylor while the two work on ball control on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona running back Michael Wiley stiff arms his way past a pad on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona receiver Jalen Johnson opens his arms to the throw while running pass routes on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona lineman Josh Donovan, left, and linebacker Richard Merritt VI tussle while running drills on opening day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Colin Schooler, linebacker, warms up during a practice at Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center on July 29, 2019 in Tucson, Ariz.
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Colin Schooler, linebacker, executes a drill during a practice at Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center on July 29, 2019 in Tucson, Ariz.
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Zach Lord, tight end, waits his turn for a drill during a practice at Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center on July 29, 2019 in Tucson, Ariz.
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Marcel Yates, defensive coordinator, watches as players execute drills during a practice at Cole and Jeannie Davis Sports Center on July 29, 2019 in Tucson, Ariz.
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Arizona corner back Jace Whittaker makes a one-handed grab while running defensive drills on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate, left, has a laugh with quarterback coach and offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone while on his way to his next drill on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona head coach Kevin Sumlin walks through his Wildcats as they stretch out in preparation for the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona linebacker Colin Schooler lines up in the defensive backfield while running drills on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona cornerback Dhameer Warren uses all his 6-1 frame to get his hand on a ball during the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona Myles Tapusoa hits the sled as the defensive line works out on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona receiver Drew Dixon looks for water after running through a warm up drill on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona's Bryson Cain slams into teammate Cody Creason as the o-line works out on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona offensive lineman Donovan Laie snaps on his helmet as he gets ready to run through a blocking drill on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona's Tyson Gardner, left, gets pushed back by teammate Josh Donovan as the offensive line works out on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona offensive linemen Tyson Gardner, left, and Robert Congel clash on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona Tyson Gardner, left, and Jamari Williams, collide as the offensive linemen run through drills on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona receiver Jaden Mitchell goes into a crouch to field a punt on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona defensive tackle Kyon Barrs keeps his eyes on his coach as the d-line works out on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona linebackers Colin Schooler, left, and Anthony Pandy face off as the two run coverage drills on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona cornerback Malcolm Holland snares a throw as he runs drills on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Sun sets over Arizona stadium and on the Wildcats' second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona Khalil Tate tracks his target while working with the receiver corps on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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Arizona cornerback Bobby Wolfe practices during the 2019 preseason.
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Arizona safeties Scottie Young Jr., left, and Blake Washington wrestle through a coverage drill on the second day of practice for the upcoming season, Tucson, Ariz., July 26, 2019.
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