Watch: 10 best things Arizona Wildcats said after spring game

UA finishes off spring practice period on Saturday

After four weeks of working in returning players and newcomers, the Arizona Wildcats packed it up for the spring. The practice period was capped off by the UA's annual spring game Saturday night, which the defense "won" with a 87-30 score against the offense.

Although quarterback Khalil Tate opened the scrimmage with a deep touchdown pass to wide receiver Devaughn Cooper, Arizona's defense — led by cornerback McKenzie Barnes and edge rusher Jalen Harris — shined at Arizona Stadium.

Statistics weren't recorded, but Harris disrupted the backfield and contributed several sacks in the time he played. Barnes had two interceptions in the secondary and flashed growth from his freshman campaign.

Tate, cornerback Jace Whittaker and head coach Kevin Sumlin spoke to the media following Arizona's spring game, here's what they had to say. 

Overall thoughts on the Wildcats from Sumlin

Arizona head coach Kevin Sumlin recaps UA’s 147-play spring game. pic.twitter.com/b0Nlv94CTq

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Tate confident in offense and connection with Cooper

Arizona QB Khalil Tate on UA’s offense in the spring game and his connection with wide receiver Devaughn Cooper: pic.twitter.com/EGF290Ys2X

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Jalen Harris carving out important role for Arizona

Kevin Sumlin on the impact of DE Jalen Harris as an edge rusher: pic.twitter.com/uo0j2jKF2S

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Assessing the QBs

Kevin Sumlin on Arizona’s QBs during the spring game: “That’s a good group. They all have strengths.” pic.twitter.com/Oa49teG7hO

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Rewarding walk-on center Josh McCauley a scholarship

Arizona head coach @CoachSumlin on center Josh McCauley receiving a full-ride scholarship: “There’s nobody more deserving of a scholarship than he is. ... He is what you want as a football player.” pic.twitter.com/zBLn7rN0YK

— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) April 14, 2019

Prepping for summer

Arizona QB Khalil Tate on his summer plans: pic.twitter.com/QyDzU86CpC

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Working in experienced newcomers

Kevin Sumlin says getting the JuCo transfers reps during Arizona’s spring practice period was a point of emphasis because “we need them to play.” pic.twitter.com/xMOZHZY5k3

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Barnes' length

Jace Whittaker on cornerback McKenzie Barnes: pic.twitter.com/BudYaMbrMH

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

Barnes' traits as a cornerback

Kevin Sumlin on what CB McKenzie Barnes brings to Arizona’s defense: pic.twitter.com/khMvgFJOHb

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019

(Bonus) UA athletic director Dave Heeke teases Arizona Stadium renovation

Arizona AD @Dave_Heeke says “the next big step” is to tear down the west side of Arizona Stadium and provide “premium seating” for fans along with upgrades under the stands. Heeke says it’s a process that will take two seasons to complete once UA breaks ground. pic.twitter.com/tXUmp29R5W

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) April 14, 2019