What Brent Brennan, Chase Kennedy and Brandon Phelps said after Arizona’s win over Cincinnati

After a 34-7 home victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday, the Arizona Wildcats celebrated their fourth consecutive win following a 4-1 start for the second year in a row. Coach Brent Brennan expressed his contentment in the immediate moment while acknowledging the need to prepare for the next game against West Virginia on Sunday.

Brennan credited his coaching staff for the successful performance, especially in running the football and overcoming receiver injuries. He highlighted the depth of the receiver room and the importance of the young players coming through. The defense was praised for nearly achieving a first shutout since 2013, with Brennan emphasizing the team's commitment to not allowing Cincinnati to run the ball.

Receiver Brandon Phelps was commended for his work ethic, resilience, and versatility on the field. Despite facing setbacks with injuries earlier in his career, Phelps had shown significant improvement and was a vital asset to the team. The impact of ineligible players Ismail Mahdi and Max Harris was acknowledged with disappointment, but Brennan stated that they would focus on moving forward after the game.

Quarterback Noah Fifita's ability to throw accurately on the move was praised, noting his consistent performance throughout the game. The team's overall performance was described as a display of complementary football, with outstanding offense and defense working together to achieve victory.