Freshman wide receiver Gio Richardson is pushing to be in the mix this fall, according to Arizona head coach Brent Brennan. Richardson is pushing to get healthy after suffering a broken fibula during a Chandler Basha playoff game that required surgery.
Richardson missed spring practice while recovering from the broken fibula. Arizona reloaded at WR in the offseason. Richardson is one of two true freshmen WRs for Arizona on the 2025 roster and there are four incoming transfers at the position.
Richardson can develop at his own pace with the WRs in front of him. Chris Hunter is the leading returning WR for Arizona. Incoming transfers Kris Hutson and Luke Wysong are projected to start with Hunter. Football Championship Subdivision transfer Javin Whatley is also projected to make an impact…