It’s not uncommon for an opposing coach to rave about aspects of the team they’re about to face. The more they can make the opponent look better, the more impressive it looks when beating that team.
So it wasn’t surprising to hear that Oregon Ducks coach Mario Cristobal has given high praise to the Arizona Wildcats’ running game:
Mario Cristobal says Arizona's running backs are the most underrated position group in the Pac-12.
— Matt Prehm (@Prehmmr247) October 24, 2018
Turns out, he’s not just blowing smoke.