The performance by Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita in the 36-14 loss at Iowa State on Saturday played right into the 3-3-5 defense played by Iowa State. Fifita took the blame for the lack of rhythm from the Arizona offense on Saturday.
Fifita completed 32 passes in 48 attempts for 253 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. Arizona had only three pass plays for more than 15 yards. Two of those long completions came after Iowa State extended its lead to 36-7.
According to Pro Football Focus via Michael Lev of the Arizona Daily Star, Fifita completed all four of his attempts behind the line of scrimmage, was 21-25 in attempts from zero to nine yards, 6-12 on passes from 10 to 19 yards and 1-4 on passes thrown for 20 yards or more.