Watch: 6 best things Kevin Sumlin said in Monday's press conference

Wildcats prepare for road showdown with UCLA

Arizona faces an interesting week ahead after falling to Utah 42-10 last Friday. Quarterback Khalil Tate's status this week against UCLA is questionable after he left the Utah game with an ankle injury, the same one that's been lingering since the season opener. 

With the Bruins coming off a 37-7 win at Cal and Tate's and other starters' health status in doubt, there's no question the Wildcats face adversity this week. 

Kevin Sumlin held a Monday press conference to recap last week, look ahead to UCLA and discuss other topics. 

Jamarye Joiner, Rhett Rodriguez

Kevin Sumlin on the decision to put Jamarye Joiner in the game against Utah before Rhett Rodriguez: pic.twitter.com/Z33YcxlgUs

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 15, 2018

Khalil Tate's status

Kevin Sumlin on the status of Khalil Tate (ankle): pic.twitter.com/2cpRBiIvOE

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 15, 2018

Third-down offense

Kevin Sumlin on Arizona’s 3rd down offense: “We have not met our goal and that’s shown up.”Sumlin says he wants UA to be over 40% on 3rd down. pic.twitter.com/t9G7ZgXh8q

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 15, 2018

Recruiting L.A.

Kevin Sumlin on the importance of recruiting in Los Angeles this week: pic.twitter.com/x4QlvsJhlj

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 15, 2018

Sumlin's love for Tucson

Kevin Sumlin’s assessment on the first half of the season at Arizona: “We want to put a product on the field that the city is proud of. That’s our goal.” pic.twitter.com/pU5jYQ4UJL

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 15, 2018

Relationship with Chip Kelly

Kevin Sumlin on UCLA hiring Chip Kelly: “I know he’s excited about the beach. ... I think he’s just a great fit.” pic.twitter.com/p3Dw25jXQr

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) October 15, 2018