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Arizona Wildcats Dominate Weber State 48-3 in Lightning-Delayed Victory

9/7/2025

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Summary

Wildcats Dominate Weber

Arizona Wildcats won against Weber State 48-3, advancing to a 2-0 season record.
Quarterback Noah Fifita achieved a career-high with 353 passing yards and five touchdowns.
Receiver Javin Whatley excelled with five receptions for 168 yards, featuring an 85-yard touchdown.
Arizona's defense limited Weber State to 184 total yards and forced two turnovers.
The game experienced a two-hour lightning delay, Arizona's first since 2009.

Summary

Weather Delays Kickoff

Severe weather delayed the Arizona football game against Weber State, originally scheduled for 7 p.m. on September 6, 2025.
Lightning and 60 mph wind gusts pushed kickoff to 9:10 p.m. MST.
Fans evacuated to shelters returned at 8:25 p.m.
Arizona is 1-0 after defeating Hawaii; Weber State is 0-1 after losing to James Madison.
Arizona's next game is against Kansas State on September 12, 2025.

History

Historical Context

The Arizona Wildcats football team, established in 1899, has faced weather-related disruptions throughout its history, including a notable two-hour delay during a 2009 game against the Oregon Ducks. The recent lightning delay on September 6, 2025, underscores ongoing challenges in outdoor collegiate sports, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety protocols as the Wildcats transition to the Big 12 Conference after leaving the Pac-12.

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Wildcats Dominate Weber

Arizona Wildcats won against Weber State 48-3, advancing to a 2-0 season record.
Quarterback Noah Fifita achieved a career-high with 353 passing yards and five touchdowns.
Receiver Javin Whatley excelled with five receptions for 168 yards, featuring an 85-yard touchdown.
Arizona's defense limited Weber State to 184 total yards and forced two turnovers.
The game experienced a two-hour lightning delay, Arizona's first since 2009.

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