Jedd Fisch Leaves Arizona for Washington, Leaving Wildcats in Uncertainty

Financial difficulties at Arizona and potential player departures add to the challenges for the Wildcats as they search for a new head coach.

Jedd Fisch, who led the University of Arizona's football team to a 10-3 season, has accepted a job as the head coach at the University of Washington, leaving the Wildcats in a state of uncertainty.
Arizona's financial difficulties, including a $240 million budget shortfall, may have played a role in Fisch's departure, as his new contract with Washington is worth more than double his previous salary at Arizona.
There is concern that key Arizona players, including quarterback Noah Fifita and receiver Tetairoa McMillan, may follow Fisch to Washington, further destabilizing the Wildcats' program.
Despite the challenges, Arizona's football program has seen significant improvements under Fisch's leadership, including a jump from 1-11 to 10-3 in three seasons and a No. 11 finish this year.
Potential candidates to replace Fisch include UNLV head coach Barry Odom, San Jose State head coach Brent Brennan, and Texas State head coach GJ Kinne, among others.