Arizona Football's Turnaround: How Coach Brennan Built a Winning Team

Arizona football is on a roll, with a 9-3 record and a top-20 ranking heading into the Holiday Bowl against SMU. But how did they get here? It wasn't just about one person. Coach Brent Brennan made some smart moves that turned things around. Brennan didn't suddenly become a football genius. He made one big change in his strategy: being more aggressive on fourth downs. But the real game-changer was the people he brought in. He surrounded himself with a great team. Brennan said, \"Every person in our football program is important. Everybody contributes and is treated with respect. \" Brennan's first big move was hiring Seth Doege as the offensive coordinator. Doege is smart, confident, and works hard. He helped quarterback Noah Fifita play his best football ever. On the defensive side, Brennan promoted Danny Gonzales to defensive coordinator. Gonzales was already on the staff and did an amazing job. He turned Arizona's defense into one of the best in the nation. Brennan also brought back Joe Salave’a to coach the defensive line. Salave’a brought a lot of experience and helped the defensive line improve a lot.But Brennan didn't get it right the first time. Last year, he hired some coaches who didn't fit well. He learned from his mistakes and made better choices this time. Brennan also hired smart people in the front office. Gaizka Crowley and Fletcher Kelly helped build this year's roster. Even though they left for other jobs, Brennan replaced them with promising new hires. Brennan's success isn't just about him. It's about the team he built. He knows that having the right people in the right jobs is key. He also knows that college football is changing. General managers and recruiting coordinators are becoming more important. Brennan is wise enough to focus on what really matters: building a strong team.