Quarterback Oscar Rios is the Arizona representative as ESPN named "2026 college football recruiting: Most exciting recruit for each top-40 team." Rios is the 12th-ranked prospect in Arizona history and the third-best QB to commit to or sign with the Wildcats per 247Sports.
Rios is the heir apparent to Arizona third-year starting QB Noah Fifita. Fifita has eligibility remaining through the 2026 season. If Fifita chooses to return for his fourth season as a starter, Rios could redshirt as a true freshman and be the favorite to become the starter in 2027.