Arizona Wildcats suffered a disappointing 31-7 loss to Kansas State, ending their 9-game win streak—the longest in FBS. Coach Brent Brennan expressed his frustration but emphasized the need for improvement and resilience moving forward. The loss comes alongside a bye week, which Brennan sees as an opportunity to address weaknesses and get players healthy. The team needs to tackle penalties that hindered their performance and improve their discipline on the field.

By the Numbers
  • The Wildcats ended a 9-game win streak, tied for the longest in school history.
  • Arizona failed to score after their initial offensive drive in the game.
Yes, But

Brennan acknowledged that while the loss was painful, it revealed critical areas for improvement, particularly regarding discipline and penalties that have plagued the team in key moments.

State of Play
  • The Wildcats will use the bye week to address tactical shortcomings and improve player health.
  • Improved performance is needed in both offensive execution and penalty reduction leading into the next game against Utah.
What's Next

The Wildcats aim to regroup in practice over the next two weeks, focusing on refining techniques and boosting discipline before their upcoming matchup with Utah.

Bottom Line

Brennan believes that despite the setback, the Wildcats have potential to grow and should not dwell on one loss, stressing the importance of discipline and teamwork for future success.