The Arizona Wildcats’ rampant defensive changes came with a twist when spring practice began Monday evening.
Defensive backs coach Demetrice Martin — the only assistant retained on that side of the ball from last year’s staff — left to take a similar job at Pac-12 South rival Colorado.
The timing of Martin’s departure was suboptimal and forced Kevin Sumlin and his staff to quickly formulate short- and long-term plans for the secondary.
New defensive coordinator Paul Rhoads took charge of the unit Monday, with help from graduate assistant Pierre Cormier.
“We’re fine with where we are,” Sumlin said.