Overview

• Coach Chris Klieman has overseen 16 months of planning, coordinating support staff, sports science and nutrition strategies for the Wildcats’ overseas opener.
• Spring practices were trimmed to 10 sessions and preseason camp was advanced to late July to accommodate the August 23 game in Dublin.
• Quarterback Avery Johnson has begun refining his deep-ball accuracy and pocket mechanics during early on-field drills.
• The Wildcats are integrating new rotations on the offensive line and in the secondary during a key personnel transition.
• Players have met with sleep specialists and nutritionists to develop recovery and meal plans for the transatlantic trip and immediate return for Week 1.