Utah Utes vs. Arizona Wildcats: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Arizona Wildcats defeated Utah Utes 42–18 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Utah Utes 18, Arizona Wildcats 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Utah Utes	6	6	3	6	18
Arizona Wildcats	12	6	0	12	42

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Noah Fifita (Arizona) — 253.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +12.96 EPA
• Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona) — 21.0 yds · 1 TD · +3.12 EPA/play +3.12 EPA
• Jayden de Laura (Arizona) — 41.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.01 EPA/play +3.03 EPA

Rushing

• Bryson Barnes (Utah) — 72.0 yds +0.10 EPA
• Jonah Coleman (Arizona) — 105.0 yds · 1 TD +0.19 EPA
• Ja'Quinden Jackson (Utah) — 47.0 yds +0.08 EPA

Receiving

• Devaughn Vele (Utah) — 9 rec · 111.0 yds +1.25 EPA
• Tetairoa McMillan (Arizona) — 8 rec · 116.0 yds +1.62 EPA
• Munir McClain (Utah) — 6 rec · 70.0 yds +1.42 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Noah Fifita	Arizona	30	73.3%	253	2	+0.43	+12.96
Tetairoa McMillan	Arizona	1	100.0%	21	1	+3.12	+3.12
Jayden de Laura	Arizona	3	66.7%	41	1	+1.01	+3.03
Bryson Barnes	Utah	55	56.4%	342	2	-0.02	-1.17

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Utah	Arizona
Plays	89	57
EPA / play	-0.007	+0.353
Total EPA	-0.65	+20.13
Success rate	38.2%	50.9%
Pass EPA / play	-0.021	+0.562
Rush EPA / play	+0.016	+0.044
Yards	487	458

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Arizona	8	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Utah	3	5	-2.41	Touchdown
Q1	Utah	4	16	-1.88	Punt
Q1	Arizona	6	80	+5.49	Pass TD
Q1	Utah	3	2	-2.79	Punt
Q1	Arizona	6	72	+4.36	Pass TD
Q2	Utah	13	96	-2.99	Interception
Q2	Arizona	3	6	-2.15	Punt
Q2	Utah	10	92	+6.80	Pass TD
Q2	Arizona	8	55	+1.15	Missed FG
Q3	Utah	11	66	+1.46	Field goal
Q3	Arizona	9	42	-0.37	Missed FG
Q3	Utah	5	22	-4.80	Ended
Q3	Arizona	6	19	-1.64	Punt
Q3	Utah	12	34	-2.77	Interception
Q4	Arizona	7	61	+3.88	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Utah Utes · Bryson Barnes pass intercepted (-5.99 EPA)
2. Q2 · Utah Utes · Bryson Barnes pass to Devaughn Vele for a touchdown (20 yards) (+5.54 EPA)
3. Q4 · Arizona Wildcats · Jayden de Laura pass to Tetairoa McMillan for a touchdown (51 yards) (+5.41 EPA)
4. Q1 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass to Malachi Riley for 36 yards (3rd & 15) (+4.76 EPA)
5. Q1 · Utah Utes · Punt return touchdown (-4.31 EPA)
6. Q4 · Utah Utes · Penalty (4th & 20) (+3.89 EPA)
7. Q4 · Utah Utes · Bryson Barnes pass intercepted (-3.7 EPA)
8. Q1 · Arizona Wildcats · Tetairoa McMillan pass to Michael Wiley for a touchdown (21 yards) (+3.12 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Arizona Wildcats controlled the final (42–18) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Noah Fifita (Arizona) — 253.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Arizona at 0.353 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Utah Utes vs Arizona Wildcats?

Utah Utes 18, Arizona Wildcats 42 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Utah Utes vs Arizona Wildcats?

Arizona Wildcats won with a final score of 18–42.

Where can I find the Utah Utes vs Arizona Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401524058.

Who led Utah Utes vs Arizona Wildcats in passing?

Noah Fifita (Arizona) led passers with 253.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Utah Utes at Arizona Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.