Watch: 13 best things Kevin Sumlin, OL Cody Creason said after Arizona's Saturday practice

Wildcats wrap up first full week of preseason training camp

The eighth practice of Arizona's preseason training camp was the warmest day of preseason training camp. A warm 96-degree day at Arizona Stadium provided a closer look at who's competing for snaps leading up to the season opener in Hawaii. 

During the team portion of practice, Arizona's first offensive unit consisted of quarterback Khalil Tate, running back J.J. Taylor, wide receivers Jaden Mitchell, Tre Adams and Stanley Berryhill, left tackle Donovan Laie, left guard Josh Donovan, center Josh McCauley, right guard Cody Creason and right tackle Edgar Burrola. 

Here's the UA's first defensive unit: edge rusher Jalen Harris, nose tackle Finton Connolly, defensive tackle JB Brown, stud linebacker Kylan Wilborn, linebacker Colin School, will linebacker Tony Fields, cornerback Lorenzo Burns, bandit safety Christian Young, spur safety Tristan Cooper, free safety Scottie Young Jr. and cornerback Jace Whittaker. 

Arizona head coach Kevin Sumlin and Creason spoke to the media following Saturday's practice, here's what they had to say. 

Welcome to Tucson

Cody Creason said Saturday morning’s practice “was a good learning experience” for the newcomers to get adjusted to the Tucson weather. pic.twitter.com/hAfJCMGF5B

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Takeaways

Kevin Sumlin’s biggest takeaways from Arizona’s practice on Saturday: pic.twitter.com/SlPXqLBP5N

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Evaluation process

Kevin Sumlin said Saturday’s practice at Arizona Stadium was a “real evaluation.” pic.twitter.com/ljV7sHjWXW

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Jamarye Joiner standing out at wide receiver

Kevin Sumlin says Jamarye Joiner is “probably a top two or three athlete on this team.” pic.twitter.com/Y2nz0iChz5

— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) August 3, 2019

'Young, but talented' wide receiver group

Kevin Sumlin on Arizona’s wide receiver group: “They’re young, but they’re all talented. ... They’re all gonna help us.” pic.twitter.com/U7BpEP0O9y

— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) August 3, 2019

Big goals for Arizona's offensive line in 2019

Arizona OL Cody Creason says the offensive linemen’s goal is to “lead the Pac-12 in rushing for the fourth straight year.” pic.twitter.com/WVNnr8nikM

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Stud linebacker Kylan Wilborn's strengths

Kevin Sumlin on stud linebacker Kylan Wilborn: “He can get off the ball, he’s got great hands and can rush the passer.” pic.twitter.com/ZW5QjLaYC5

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Athletic roots

Kevin Sumlin on the importance of players coming from athletic families: pic.twitter.com/WHkXFMwkyv

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Jordan Morgan's progress through training camp

Arizona offensive lineman Cody Creason on freshman Jordan Morgan: “I was impressed with his athletic ability and what he can do.” pic.twitter.com/XuBn8eue6O

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Drex Dixon working on consistency, but can help Cats at wide receiver

Kevin Sumlin on wide receiver and Tucson native Drew Dixon: pic.twitter.com/VHEYkKNxQY

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

Scottie Young Jr. maturing

Kevin Sumlin on Arizona safety Scottie Young Jr.: “He’s really upped his game. ... He’s a much different player — much different guy than when I first got here.” pic.twitter.com/KjJdkOvJlU

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

The gospel of Kyle DeVan

Cody Creason on what he’s learned from Arizona OL coach Kyle DeVan: (@CoachDeVan) pic.twitter.com/paZ5ThNQI3

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019

JB Brown's strength makes up for size

Cody Creason on Arizona DT JB Brown: “He’s a little small, but he doesn’t lack strength.” pic.twitter.com/UHPILCOYLy

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 3, 2019