The Utes, now 4-1 overall and 1-1 in Big 12 play, played without their starting quarterback, Cameron Rising, who is still recovering from a hand injury sustained on September 7. Freshman quarterback Isaac Wilson led the offense but struggled to convert in key moments, throwing two interceptions and failing to capitalize in the red zone.

The Wildcats struck first in this one going 3-0, but Utah quickly tied it. It was all Arizona after that for the most part as they led 16-3 in the fourth quarter, but a touchdown to make it 16-10 gave Utah some life. Arizona scored again, however, and that was the nail in the coffin as they won 23-10 on the road.

The frustration was visible on the faces of every Utah player after a 23-10 loss to Arizona. Here’s what Whittingham told his players postgame