Cincinnati Bearcats beaten, bruised up front in loss to Arizona

The Cincinnati Bearcats experienced a significant setback in their season as they were defeated by the Arizona Wildcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats secured a convincing 34-7 victory over the Bearcats. However, JC French IV managed to salvage some dignity for his team by rushing for a touchdown just after the two-minute warning, preventing a shutout, which had not occurred at Cincinnati since a loss to Ohio State seven years ago.

Arizona's defensive prowess, particularly in the rushing game, proved to be a major factor in the win, holding the Bearcats to a 238-74 deficit in rushing yards. UC's offensive efforts were largely ineffective in the second half, as they could not capitalize on opportunities and ultimately fell short. The loss marked UC's first defeat of the year and their second consecutive season with such an outcome.

They now stand at 4-1 (1-1 Big 12) while Arizona's record improved to 4-1 (1-1 Big 12). The Bearcats will face the BYU Cougars in Provo on November 28, while Arizona travels to Morgantown to take on West Virginia on October 10.