Watch: 15 best things Theron Aych, Taylor Mazzone said after Arizona's practice

Wide receivers coaches still searching for rotation

One of the biggest questions hovering over the Arizona Wildcats: Who is going to catch Khalil Tate's passes in 2019? 

Arizona is losing three of its top four wide receivers, but the Wildcats are hopeful with the amount of potential they have at the position.

With Shawn Poindexter, Tony Ellison and Shun Brown gone, playing time is up for grabs for every wide receiver on roster with the exception of 6-foot-1 redshirt senior Cedric Peterson, who is expected to be the leader of a young and inexperienced group. 

Outside receivers coach Taylor Mazzone coached Poindexter last season and Peterson will most likely be his replacement, but the Wildcats are also looking at Tucson native Drew Dixon and Tre Adams along with freshmen Jalen Johnson and Boobie Curry. Redshirt sophomore Stanley Berryhill III among others has also worked with the outside receivers.  

Inside receivers coach Theron Aych is entering his third season in Tucson and has a group that consists of quarterback-converted-receiver Jamarye Joiner, Brian Casteel and Jaden Mitchell. 

Aych and Mazzone spoke to the media following Monday's practice, here's what they had to say. 

Peterson's leadership

Taylor Mazzone on Cedric Peterson’s growth as a player and leader: “He has that everyday drive you want everyone in the room to have.” pic.twitter.com/3UB3pmmvRu

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Joiner's transition

Arizona wide receivers coach Taylor Mazzone on @Jamaryejoiner making the transition from QB to WR: “It’s exciting to have an athlete like that join our receiver room.” pic.twitter.com/72avUDMImb

— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) August 13, 2019

Joiner's transition Pt. II

Arizona inside receivers Theron Aych on @Jamaryejoiner switching from QB to WR: “He made a great career decision — a business decision.” pic.twitter.com/78Q6uSaoHX

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Dixon's size

Taylor Mazzone on what @DrewDixon_1’s 6-3 frame brings to the outside receivers group: “He should know that if the ball is up in the air, it’s his.” pic.twitter.com/8skX51jvNb

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Casteel among consistent Cats when healthy

Theron Aych says Brian Casteel (@BCasteel5) “has been a steady player since I’ve walked through the door.” The key for a successful season? Health. pic.twitter.com/jMovVew0x9

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Freshman RB Michael Wiley turning heads

Taylor Mazzone has been impressed with freshman RB @_michaelwiley. pic.twitter.com/vJY4I4LzoD

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Adams' progress

Taylor Mazzone on redshirt freshman Tre Adams: pic.twitter.com/kDXQKJzpBy

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Utilizing tight ends Bryce Wolma and hybrid Zach Williams

Theron Aych compares tight end-receiver hybrid to @Titans TE @delaniewalker82. Aych also says tight ends will be used more in the passing game this season. pic.twitter.com/BDC5fe2Z6j

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Johnson's size and maturity

Taylor Mazzone on UA freshman WR Jalen Johnson: pic.twitter.com/DLBScYCPYy

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Gaining trust between QB, WRs and coaches

Taylor Mazzone on how coaches, quarterbacks and wide receivers develop trust in each other: pic.twitter.com/zlyPhEvfgC

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Using six receivers on the outside

Taylor Mazzone says he would like to utilize 6 outside wide receivers during games: pic.twitter.com/pDpwlLwvrB

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Learning from the best

Taylor Mazzone on working with @DeMarcoMurray: “He has a great perspective on what it takes to be at the next level.” pic.twitter.com/NUFbyac4IG

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Berryhill working with outside group

Taylor Mazzone has been impressed with Stanley Berryhill’s (@stanb14_sb) quickness off the line of scrimmage and his competitiveness: “When I think of Stan Berryhill, I think fearless.” pic.twitter.com/qCnlpv4X5i

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

DeMarco Murray's impact

Theron Aych says @DeMarcoMurray “has the mark of a great coach already.” “He’ll be a head coach probably in a year or two.” pic.twitter.com/iZy0OelXiZ

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019

Coaching the younger Aych

Theron Aych on coaching his son Thomas, who is a redshirt sophomore at Arizona: “His dad, I don’t know about him. ... Genetics are against him.” pic.twitter.com/BJWVTFYdZV

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) August 13, 2019