Arizona Daily Star

The Wildcast

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Michael Lev and friends break down the Arizona Wildcats. A product of the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com.

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Arizona Daily Star

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Sports

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tucson.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The Wildcast, Episode 447: Red-hot Arizona football is flying high; answering mailbag questions 28.11.2023

Arizona punctuated its regular season with a 36-point beatdown of rival Arizona State. How did the Wildcats emerge from 1-11 to bonafide winners in two years? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss the latest regarding Arizona football. Plus, the guys answer some of your mailbag questions! More mailbag questions will be answered later this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

The Wildcast, Episode 446: Arizona looks to end regular season on high note with Territorial Cup win 24.11.2023

It's Territorial Cup week! The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview everything Arizona-Arizona State football ahead of Saturday's game in Tempe, along with predictions for the final week of the regular season. Are the Wildcats on upset alert? Could they play for a Pac-12 championship? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 445: Arizona thumps Utah to remain alive in Pac-12 title picture 21.11.2023

Arizona dominated Utah to keep its Pac-12 championship dreams alive. As the Wildcats turn to Territorial Cup week, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev discuss the latest storylines with the program and answer your X (Twitter) mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 444: Will Arizona take down the defending Pac-12 champs Utah? 17.11.2023

The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview Arizona's highly anticipated matchup with the Utah Utes on Saturday in Tucson. Will the Wildcats make it five straight wins? Plus, a preview of the other Pac-12 football games this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 443: Arizona edges Colorado, climbs up in the rankings; mailbag questions 14.11.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev return to recap Arizona football's statement road win over the Colorado Buffaloes in Boulder. Plus, updates heading into Utah week, and the guys answer your X/Twitter mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 442: Previewing Arizona's battle with Primetime-led Colorado Buffaloes 10.11.2023

It's a trap! After winning three straight games against ranked opponents to become bowl eligible and entering several rankings for the first time in six years, are the No. 21 Arizona Wildcats facing a "trap game" at Colorado? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview Arizona-Colorado along with other Pac-12 games this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 441: Arizona is bowling! How much better can the Wildcats get? 07.11.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev recap Arizona's historic weekend after taking down UCLA, entering the AP Top 25 and punching its bowl ticket for the first time since 2017. Plus, the guys answer your mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 440: Will Arizona punch its ticket to a bowl game with a win over UCLA? 03.11.2023

Following back-to-back wins over ranked opponents, can the Arizona Wildcats make it three straight with a win over UCLA — and qualify for a bowl bid? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera discuss Arizona's matchup with the Bruins, along with other notable games in the Pac-12 this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 439: Are the Arizona Wildcats legit?; answering mailbag questions 31.10.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev return for another episode to break down Arizona's big-time — and balanced — win over No. 11 Oregon State and quarterback Noah Fifita's presence in the offense. Plus, answering your mailbag questions for the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 438: Will Arizona move one step closer to bowl eligibility against Oregon State? 26.10.2023

Arizona (4-3) returns from the bye week and hosts 11th-ranked Oregon State in Tucson. Can the Wildcats' improved rushing defense stop Oregon State's elite rushing attack? Plus, Pac-12 picks for the week and a rundown of the latest storylines in the conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 437: Looking ahead to Arizona-Oregon State, answering Twitter (X) mailbag questions 24.10.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev return to talk about the bye week and the latest storylines with Arizona Wildcats football. Who will start at quarterback against No. 11 Oregon State? The show wraps up with your Twitter (X) mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 436: Arizona's defense dominates Wazzu; who should start at QB between Noah Fifita and Jayden de Laura? 17.10.2023

Arizona's defense outclasses No. 19 Washington State in Pullman. How dominant have the Wildcats been on defense? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down the gains Arizona has made on that side of the ball, along with UA's quarterback controversy. Did Jayden de Laura play his last snap at Arizona? Will Noah Fifita start the rest of the season? Plus, the guys answer Twitter mailbag quest...

The Wildcast, Episode 435: Grading Arizona at halfway point of the season; Who will start between JDL or Fifita? 14.10.2023

Arizona will face No. 19 Washington State on Saturday in Pullman. Will this game determine Arizona's starting quarterback for the rest of the season? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera weigh in on the Wildcats' quarterback situation and how Arizona has fared halfway through the 2023 season. Plus, Pac-12 Pick Ems! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 434: On Arizona's QB situation, and Elijah Rushing decommitting 10.10.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's 43-41 loss to No. 9 USC in triple-overtime, including decisions on two-point conversions and the situation at quarterback for the Wildcats. Is it Noah Fifita time or will Jayden de Laura remain the starter? Plus, five-star edge rusher Elijah Rushing decommitted from the UA. What does this mean for the Cats in 2024? The guys answer you...

The Wildcast, Episode 433: Can Arizona upset No. 9 USC in La La Land? 06.10.2023

The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and sports editor Brett Fera are back for another episode to preview the Arizona Wildcats' last matchup in Los Angeles as a Pac-12 member, when they battle No. 9 USC and Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams. Plus, a preview of the four-game Pac-12 slate this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 432: Wildcats show grit against Washington; answering mailbag questions 03.10.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's 31-24 loss to No. 7 Washington and how quarterback Noah Fifita performed in his first start under center. Will Jayden de Laura play this week at USC or is it Fifita time? Then the guys answer your Twitter mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 431: Is there a path to victory for Arizona against No. 7 Washington? 29.09.2023

Arizona hosts seventh-ranked Washington and the Huskies' high-powered offense for the Wildcats' Pac-12 home opener. How can Arizona slow down Michael Penix Jr. and Washington's elite passing attack? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview Arizona-Washington, among other Pac-12 games this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 430: Who will start at QB for Arizona vs. Washington?; Twitter mailbag 26.09.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's 21-20 win over Stanford and the Wildcats' situation at quarterback. With Jayden de Laura's ankle injury, is it Noah Fifita time for the Wildcats? Plus, the guys answer your Twitter mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 429: Previewing Arizona's final Pac-12 opener at Stanford, other conference matchups 22.09.2023

Arizona begins its final conference schedule as a member of the Pac-12 on Saturday against the Stanford Cardinal. The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera preview Arizona-Stanford, discuss the Wildcats' MVPs, and look ahead to other games around the conference this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 428: Analyzing Arizona's strengths/weaknesses through 3 games; answering Twitter mailbag questions 19.09.2023

As Arizona turns its attention to Pac-12 play, the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on the Wildcats' win over UTEP, and discuss how the Wildcats stack up against the rest of the conference. Plus, the guys answer your Twitter mailbag questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 427: What to expect in Arizona's nonconference finale vs. UTEP, busy weekend in the Pac-12 15.09.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev break down Arizona-UTEP and what viewers can expect when they watch the Wildcats wrap up nonconference play against the Miners. Plus, a look at the Pac-12 slate including the center of the college football universe in Boulder, Colorado this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 426: Takeaways from Arizona's OT loss to Mississippi State; Twitter mailbag questions 12.09.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev look back on Arizona's overtime loss to Mississippi State in Starkville. Does Jayden de Laura's production outweigh his interceptions? Plus, a look at the Wildcats' defense standing up to their first test of the season. To wrap up the podcast, the guys answer Twitter mailbag questions sent over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

The Wildcast, Episode 425: How can Arizona pull off a win over Mississippi State in Starkville? 07.09.2023

Arizona's true test of the 2023 season is on Saturday at Mississippi State. How much different are the Wildcats and Bulldogs this time around? The Star's Justin Spears, Michael Lev and Brett Fera break down the UA-MSU battle, along with other notable Week 2 matchups in the Pac-12. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 424: What did we learn from Arizona's dominant win over NAU? 05.09.2023

The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev dissect Arizona's 38-3 win over Northern Arizona, and how the improved defense fared in its first contest after an overhaul of talent in the offseason. Plus, the guys sift through the Twitter mail bag and answer UA football-related questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wildcast, Episode 423: Previewing Arizona-Northern Arizona season opener in Tucson 01.09.2023

Star reporters Justin Spears and Michael Lev, along with Star sports editor Brett Fera, look ahead to the Arizona Wildcats season opener against Northern Arizona on Saturday in Tucson. A look-ahead to notable storylines and expectations for a "revenge game." Plus, breaking down the most interesting Pac-12 matchups with Pac-12 Pick 'Ems. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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