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Arizona Throttles Hawaii 40-6 in Opener as Defense Forces Five Turnovers

An offseason coaching overhaul under Brent Brennan showed immediate payoff in a takeaway-fueled debut.

Overview

  • Quarterback Noah Fifita threw a touchdown, ran for another and moved to sixth on Arizona’s all-time passing list with 6,126 career yards.
  • Portland State transfer Quincy Craig broke loose for 125 yards and a 54-yard score on seven carries in his Arizona debut.
  • Arizona’s defense produced 10 tackles for loss with five sacks, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries while holding Hawaii to 67 rushing yards.
  • Hawaii freshman quarterback Micah Alejado exited in the third quarter with a right ankle injury after throwing for 157 yards with one interception.
  • Arizona extended its season-opening win streak to four as Brennan’s staff changes — OC Seth Doege, DC Danny Gonzales and ST coordinator Craig Naivar — drew early validation before next week’s game vs. Weber State.