Arizona: 2025 Week 16 recap

Arizona sits at No. 28 in GIE's ratings after a convincing 23–7 win over Arizona State in Week 14. The Wildcats' 9–4 record reflects a team that's steadied itself in Big 12 play, and that rivalry victory underscored their ability to execute when it matters. The rating of 12 suggests they're operating in the upper-mid tier of college football—solid, but not elite. With the regular season winding down, Arizona's trajectory hinges on closing strong; the margin between tournament consideration and the outside looking in remains narrow at this tier of competition.