Arizona DB CJ Flores: a depth-piece with local pedigree and a gritty, multi-sport edge
CJ Flores entered Arizona as a Tucson-area product who earned a two-year starting role and one-year captaincy at Cienega, finishing high school with 47 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss and two passes defended; Arizona’s roster lists him as a defensive back who did not see game action in 2023 or 2024, so the key takeaway is upside rather than proven college production. What makes him interesting is the leadership background, wrestling-toughness, and hometown fit—traits that usually translate to physicality, coachability, and special-teams value if he breaks through.
