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Former Wildcats support fired Arizona coach Rich Rodriguez, who had his flaws

The Daily Collegian | January 6, 2018

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Arizona quarterback Matt Scott (MATT SCOTT) takes the ball himself during the third quarter of the Arizona Wildcats vs. Arizona State college football game on Friday, Nov. 23, 2012, at Arizona Stadium in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona State won 41-34. Photo by Mike Christy/Arizona Daily Star *NO MAGS NO SALES, MANDATORY CREDIT*

Mike Christy/Arizona Daily Star

While acknowledging his temperamental nature, three former Wildcats who played under Rich Rodriguez painted a different picture of the ex-Arizona coach than the one portrayed in the notice of claim that contributed to his firing.

The players said Rodriguez helped them to become tougher and to learn the value of hard work.

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