What to make of the truck that was Arizona in running over Oregon State in a 35-14 loss Saturday at Reser Stadium? Here are 12 takeaways, plus some notes:
Could we see this one coming? Meaning an opponent bludgeoning Oregon State’s defensive front seven with a running game for four quarters? In short, yes. Arizona did what many feared some opponents would do to the defensive line-challenged Beavers. The Wildcats challenged Oregon State early and often with their running game. And to make sure the Beavers couldn’t consistently rotate men up front, played without a huddle and some tempo.