Pac-12 Bowl Projections: Arizona Faces Must-Win Against Colorado

UPDATE: As the college football season intensifies, the latest Pac-12 bowl projections reveal critical matchups that could define postseason fates. With the conference’s dissolution in 2024, teams like Washington, Utah, and struggling Arizona are under the spotlight, especially as crucial games loom.

In an urgent update, Arizona’s chances for bowl eligibility hinge on a pivotal game against Colorado this week. Currently sitting with a record just above .500, the Wildcats must secure at least two wins from their remaining five games to reach the postseason. Their upcoming trip to Boulder is crucial, following Colorado’s recent humiliating 53-7 defeat to Utah, which highlighted their struggles.

Arizona’s previous losses to BYU and Houston still linger, but the Wildcats can capitalize on Colorado’s apparent weaknesses. As the Buffaloes grapple with their own setbacks, including poor quarterback performance and defensive failures, Arizona must seize this opportunity to improve their standing in the Big 12.

Current bowl projections show the following potential placements:

• Alamo Bowl: Washington (6-2), needs to defeat ranked opponents to stay in the College Football Playoff conversation.
• Las Vegas Bowl: Utah (6-2), projected to secure a nine-win season if they continue their current trajectory.
• Holiday Bowl: USC (5-2), facing a challenging schedule that may lead to further losses.
• Sun Bowl: Arizona State (5-3), struggling to maintain momentum in a competitive landscape.
• ESPN Bowl: Arizona, with their fate hinging on the upcoming game against a reeling Colorado team.

If the Wildcats falter against Colorado, their shot at postseason glory becomes increasingly bleak. Next up, they face two middle-tier opponents, Kansas and Baylor, both coming off losses, but without a win against Colorado, doubts about their capabilities will intensify.

“If they aren’t capable of opening a gift delivered to the doorstep, what chance do they have to win a single game down the stretch?”

As bowl season approaches, the stakes are high for Arizona. They not only need to win but also to demonstrate their ability to compete against formidable teams. Their upcoming clash against Colorado is more than just a game; it’s a defining moment that could either pave their path to a bowl game or seal their fate for the winter.

Stay tuned for ongoing updates as the college football landscape continues to evolve and teams fight for their postseason lives.