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Teams, mascots get into brawl during Rivalry Week action
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Even the mascots were heated during the Arizona-Arizona State rivalry game.
The 2022 edition of the Duel in the Desert series featured an on-field scuffle, 17 penalties, and a mascot duel. 5 players were ejected for the scuffle at the end of the game.
Emotions are high in Tucson 😳 pic.twitter.com/QtLGJe6XfA
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) November 25, 2022
Things have gotten chippy- and not just with the guys on the field…@HouseOfSparky pic.twitter.com/vNDv6usmb9
— Matt Venezia (@Matt_Venezia) November 25, 2022
The Wildcats were able to hold on and secure a 38-35 victory over the rival Sun Devils. The win marks Arizona’s 1st win in the series since the 2016 season.
The loss marks the end of a disappointing season for the Sun Devils, who finished 3-9. The Wildcats ended up falling just short of bowl eligibility with a final record of 5-7.
Bryce Lazenby covers college football for Saturday Tradition. A Nashville native, his previous stops include FanSided, Dimers, and The Leaf-Chronicle.