They say imitation is the most sincerest form of flattery. Whether or not the Arizona Wildcats and Arizona State Sun Devils want to be accused of mimicking their bitter in-state rivals remains to be seen.
Both teams have star-caliber running backs, dual-threat quarterbacks and first-year coaches. They want to control the clock and young defenses that thrive upon their home field advantage.
Advantage: Wildcats
If this game was in Tempe, ASU would likely be able to suffocate the Wildcats with their running game and home field advantage. The young Sun Devils squad has struggled this season on the road, and need a win in Tucson to secure an above .