TUCSON, Ariz. — Following a well-deserved off day on Wednesday, the Arizona Wildcats were back in action on Thursday as they continued prep for their season opener on Sept. 2 against NAU.

Passing Game Coordinator & Quarterbacks Coach Jimmie Dougherty, along with quarterback Jayden de Laura, two of the main architects of the Wildcats No. 6 ranked passing attack last season, took the stage following practice to speak to the media.

De Laura, who had enjoyed a successful camp all-around, posted his best performance of the fall on Thursday morning.

For more coverage of Thursday's practice, continue reading below.

Passing Game Coordinator & Quarterbacks Coach Jimmie Dougherty

Quarterback #7 Jayden de Laura

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Social Media Coverage

Can't wait to see @jayden_delaura back at ?????????????? ?????????????? this season???? pic.twitter.com/3rJ1qIbjZG

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Things we love to see ?? ?? ?? @jaycowing_ ?? pic.twitter.com/PX4OZbBsj2

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Home away from Home??

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Day 7??

Let's get it?? pic.twitter.com/wUnO9l7slm

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