Watch: 11 best things Kevin Sumlin said after the Arizona Wildcats' first practice
Check out what Arizona's new lead man had to say after his first fall practice.
By Justin Spears / Arizona Daily Star
Start of a new era
Updated
Arizona Wildcats head coach Kevin Sumlin addresses the media for the first time during Fall camp.
Friday was the official start of preseason camp for the Arizona Wildcats, but most importantly, it was the birth of the Kevin Sumlin era at UA.
In years past, Arizona's practices were normally more uptempo with an in-your-face vibe specifically with the choice of music. Modern rap played at a high level and players performed their drills as usual.
The first song on the Sumlin soundtrack was the classic rock football song, "The Boys are Back" by Thin Lizzy. While rap was sprinkled in, a couple of country songs including Toby Keith's "As Good as I Once Was" could be heard at Arizona's practice. The music set the tone for a productive first day as a complete team for the 2018 season.
Sumlin? Quiet, studious and relaxed.
He spoke to media after his first fall practice as Arizona's head coach. Here's what he had to say:
Opening statement
UpdatedKevin Sumlin’s opening statement after Arizona’s first preseason practice: pic.twitter.com/biLV4Jv1bT
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
Happy birthday, coach Sumlin
UpdatedWhat’s different about Kevin Sumlin’s first preseason practice compared to his previous jobs? “Just a little different because it’s my birthday today.” pic.twitter.com/IcOOWi61x5
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
Arizona's soundtrack
UpdatedEven Kevin Sumlin was thrown off by Arizona’s playlist during its first practice today. pic.twitter.com/gPYdNLyhpN
— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) August 4, 2018
Definition of culture
UpdatedWhat is the definition of culture? Kevin Sumlin: pic.twitter.com/Pp8YJYhHAu
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
Depth chart is still a mystery
UpdatedKevin Sumlin says he still doesn’t know Arizona’s depth chart at this point. pic.twitter.com/9Nqc41AMMa
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
Sumlin on Khalil Tate
UpdatedKevin Sumlin on Khalil Tate: “He’s no different than any other player. ... We want Khalil to be better. We want everyone to take a step forward.” pic.twitter.com/HRDqDPmAZP
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
No update on Scottie Young Jr.'s status
UpdatedKevin Sumlin says he has no update on the return of Scottie Young Jr.The safety was suspended during spring ball. pic.twitter.com/ov4x4WnufU
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
Recruiting
UpdatedKevin Sumlin on recruiting at Arizona: “We’re gonna recruit the heck out of Arizona, we’re gonna recruit the heck out of Texas and we’re gonna recruit the heck out of California. And our commitments are reflective of that.”Sumlin also stresses the importance of Texas recruits: pic.twitter.com/07C7qvUExw
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
D-line size
UpdatedKevin Sumlin on the improved size of the defensive line: pic.twitter.com/dfHn1qCfsQ
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
QB room
UpdatedKevin Sumlin on having seven quarterbacks on roster: pic.twitter.com/bA6MsBanqB
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
Cornerback depth, or lack thereof
UpdatedKevin Sumlin addresses Arizona’s lack of depth at cornerback: pic.twitter.com/nQyPL8uigB
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 4, 2018
