Connolly is a 6-5, 301(+26 since 2017), redshirt Junior defensive lineman. Last year he played in every game making 20 tackles (4.5 for a loss), 2.5 sacks, and 1 fumble recovery. In 2016 Connolly had 6 tackles (2 for a loss) in 7 games. Connolly should be a big part of the defensive line rotation this year.
91.7% is the highest single game completion percentage in Arizona history set by Tom Tunnicliffe against UTEP in 1981 when he went 11 for 12.