SAN FRANCISCO — It’s strength vs. strength.
The Arizona Wildcats rank third in the nation in rushing offense. Purdue ranks 29th in rushing defense. You needn’t look further to find the area where Wednesday’s Foster Farms Bowl will be won.
“The heart of their team is that front seven,” UA senior guard Jacob Alsadek said. “That’s going to be a big challenge for us. It’s going to be a battle.”
The Boilermakers (6-6) will devote almost all of their manpower to slowing the Wildcats’ Khalil Tate-led rushing attack, which averages 324.4 yards per game. It’s nothing Arizona hasn’t faced before.