5 Most Important Games on Arizona Wildcats Football Schedule

No. 2

(#2) September 29th vs. USC Trojans

Anytime Arizona is hosting the USC Trojans, it’s a big deal — just like when the D-Backs host the Yankees. It’s an even bigger deal when USC is ranked nationally and the ‘Cats have grand aspirations.

This game, although not set in stone yet, will certainly be on national television. Presumably, it’ll be on the ESPN family of networks but wherever it is, just make sure you’re in front of your television.

Last year, they were both ranked nationally when they met — Arizona at No. 22 and USC at No. 17. You’ll remember that the game was very exciting, although the ‘Cats fell 49-35 at the Coliseum. Do you know what I’m going to say now? Revenge game!

No. 1

(#1) November 24th vs. Arizona State Sun Devils

The Dual in the Desert is one of my favorite games of the year and has to be one of the best rivalries in all of college football. Like the Apple Cup in Washington, standings and team records pretty much go out the window when the Territorial Cup is on the line.

Of course, this game will be nationally televised although it’s not set in stone yet. I imagine it’ll either be on the ESPN family of networks or Fox Sports/FS1.

Last year, the Sun Devils shocked the ‘Cats with a 42-30 win. With that said, it was at ASU’s place. This time around it’s in Tucson and that, as you know, means a whole lot.

Heading into 2018’s Arizona-Arizona State battle, the Wildcats have a 49-41-1 all-time record in their meetings.