No. 14 Arizona Upsets No. 12 Oklahoma 38-24 in the Alamo Bowl
In a surprising turn of events, the No. 14 Arizona Wildcats pulled off a stunning upset against the No. 12 Oklahoma Sooners with a final score of 38-24 in the Alamo Bowl. The game was full of twists and turns, but it was ultimately turnovers that cost Oklahoma their chance at victory.
Despite outperforming Arizona in various categories, including total offense, it was the six turnovers forced by the Wildcats that made all the difference. One of the critical turning points came when Arizona’s defense successfully forced a fumble and returned it 87 yards for a touchdown, sending shockwaves through the crowd.
Safety Genesis Smith was one of the standout players for Arizona, celebrating one of the six turnovers forced by his team. Another player who made a significant impact was Gunner Maldonado, who recorded two fumble recoveries and an interception during the game.
Adding to the excitement, the Wildcats brought out a turnover sword to commemorate each forced turnover. However, the sword soon ran out of room as Arizona’s defense continued to create havoc for the Sooners.
Oklahoma started the game strong, holding a 24-13 lead. However, the turnovers allowed Arizona to rally back and eventually take control of the game. Quarterback Jackson Arnold struggled with three interceptions, which proved to be costly for the Sooners.
Despite his interceptions, Arnold still managed to finish the game with an impressive 361 passing yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions. On the other hand, Arizona’s quarterback, Noah Fifita, completed 24 of 38 passes for 354 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception.
While the Sooners dominated in total offense, it was Arizona’s ability to capitalize on turnovers, converting them into touchdowns, that ultimately gave them the edge. Tetairoa McMillan and Jacob Cowing had standout performances for Arizona’s offense, contributing to the team’s victory.
With this win, Arizona finishes the season with a ten-win record and a remarkable seven-game winning streak. It was undoubtedly a memorable season for the Wildcats, who showed their resilience and determination throughout the Alamo Bowl.
Overall, the game between No. 12 Oklahoma and No. 14 Arizona was full of twists and turns. Despite Oklahoma’s strong start, it was Arizona’s ability to force turnovers and convert them into touchdowns that ultimately secured their victory. The Wildcats’ impressive performance in the Alamo Bowl sets the stage for an exciting future for the team.
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