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12.20.08 - Arizona quarterback and Holiday Bowl MVP Willie Tuitama – 24-of-35, 325 yards, two touchdowns, no interceptions – spread the wealth against BYU in the Las Vegas desert. For the last two seasons, slot receiver Mike Thomas has been Tuitama’s top target with sophomore tight end Rob Gronkowski’s 672 receiving yards second on the team and his 10 touchdown receptions leading the way. Overall, Tuitama looked sharp, taking what the defense gave him most of the night. The senior did a nice job stepping up in the pocket to avoid pressure – pocket presence is still something he’s working on. The strong-armed signal caller will be remembered in Tucson for bringing home the Wildcats’ first bowl win in 10 years. - College Football Insiders Holiday Bowl Notes

Scout's Take - 8.1.08

Playing in the spread attack brought over from Texas Tech by Sonny Dykes as a junior, Tuitama saw a boost in his numbers, leading the Pac-10 in both touchdown passes and passing yards. While he certainly benefited from a pass-friendly system last season, he was asked to carry too much of the offense in his first two seasons under center. Tuitama has a strong arm and is a good athlete, but lacks ideal size and bulk. It is doubtful he will be able to start at the pro level due to his lack of size and durability but could develop into a solid backup. A concussion and various head injuries plagued Tuitama during his freshman year, causing him to miss nearly half the season.