Sun Devil Source Report: An ASU Football Podcast

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Gabby Chernoff go around the world of ASU athletics with detailed insight on spring football through the midway point, the mass exodus of ASU basketball players and the portal prospects Bobby Hurley has brought in, a midseason update on ASU baseball, plus a look back at the conclusion to Sun Devil hockey's season and the what's next for Greg Powers program. All that and more packed into this edition of the Sun Devil Source podcast.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann analyze how ASU has turned into 'Run it Back' U by not losing any regular starters to the transfer portal. Meanwhile, what players did the Sun Devils pick in the portal to help fill the voids of players who are moving on to the NFL Draft, including Cam Skattebo, Shamari Simmons, Leif Fautanu, and others? Also, Arizona State men's basketball snapped its four-game losing streak with a 65-57 win over No. 23 West Virginia in Morgantown. How does this affect the Sun Devils' chances at getting to the "Big Dance," and how will they strengthen their resume for the rest of the season? Plus, ASU hockey has been red hot recently, receiving points in each of their last 11 games to rise to the top of the NCHC standings. SunDevilSource hockey insider Gabby Chernoff joins the show to discuss the Sun Devils' stellar season thus far and lays out ASU's path to making just its second NCAA tournament in program history.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann give an unfiltered perspective of the Sun Devils' sensational 2024-25 season that came to a heart-shattering finish in Atlanta with ASU coming up just short 39-31 in a double-overtime thriller to Texas. Contained in this podcast are reflections on the greatest single-season turnaround in Arizona State football history, the inspiration that ASU's players and coaches are, and the lessons that can be learned from them. Discussing Cam Skattebo's epic All-American season and Peach Bowl MVP performance and how he will go down as one of the greatest ASU players ever. Also, why Kenny Dillingham is the best leader of young men we've ever seen at ASU and what his contract extension means for the future of the program. Plus, unrivaled insight into the game that will be remembered for decades, from the controversial calls to the game-changing plays.

SunDevilSource Podcast: Initial thoughts on ASU vs. Texas CFP matchup and recapping ASU basketball's impressive non-conference showing by Sun Devil Source

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's emphatic 45-19 win over Iowa State in the Big 12 Championship. The victory marked the culmination of ASU's remarkable run from being picked to finish last in the Big 12 in the preseason to now being crowned as conference champions. The Sun Devils were led once again by their Heisman hopeful running back Cam Skattebo, who struck the pose after each of his three touchdowns in his breakout performance on the biggest stage possible. Plus, second-half chaos caused by three consecutive turnovers turned things into a blowout and earned ASU a bye to the quarterfinals of the CFP, where they will await the winner between No. 12 seed Clemson and No. 5 seed Texas in the Peach Bowl on January 1. Insightful perspectives and analysis are packed in this podcast episode.

SunDevilSource Podcast: Recapping ASU's 49-7 thrashing of Arizona to advance to Big 12 Championship by Sun Devil Source

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's chaotic 28-23 victory over BYU in a classic in Tempe. The win capped off an undefeated home stretch for the Sun Devils this season, the first time they have accomplished such a feat since 2004. Everything from the two-field storms, Kenny Dillingham's late game decisions, Cam Skattebo's monster first half and ASU's path to a Big 12 championship are packed in this podcast episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann discuss ASU's coaching staff contract situations and possible extensions, Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson weekly Big 12 honors for their performances against Kansas State, Cam Skattebo being named a Doak Walker Award semifinalist and an update on Sun Devil men's basketball which is off to a 4-1 start for just the fourth time in the Bobby Hurley era. All that and more is packed inside of this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman, Jake Seymour, and Blake Niemann give an unfiltered perspective of ASU's 24-14 win over Kansas State and the Sun Devils resurgence under Kenny Dillingham on their trek back from Manhattan. Contained in this podcast are thoughts on Kenny Dillingham taking a program in shambles and turning it into a conference contender, the rising star tandem of Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson. Plus, unrivaled insight into the most important areas ASU's administration must center its focus in order for Sun Devil football to have sustainable success for many years to come.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's slim come-from-behind victory over the UCF Knights. The Sun Devils have now surpassed their combined win total over the last two seasons as the remarkable turnaround in Tempe continues in year two under Kenny Dillingham. Despite ASU being without arguably its two best offensive and defensive players in running back Cameron Skattebo and linebacker Keyshaun Elliott, the Sun Devils found a way to win through the major game-altering plays made on special teams by freshman Martell Hughes and Montana Warren. Plus, the star-studded duo of Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson continued to shine through with the two connection for two touchdowns, including one on the game-winning drive. Get full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's dominant win over Oklahoma State to clinch bowl eligibility for the first time since 2021. The Sun Devils were once again powered by the stardom of Cam Skattebo, who had 274 total yards from scrimmage plus three touchdowns, while quarterback Sam Leavitt threw for over 300 yards for the first time in his career. Despite leading by just one score at the break that ended up lasting 2 hours and 38 minutes due to lightning in the area, ASU managed to regroup and manhandled the Cowboys in the second half, leading to their sixth win already with still four games to go. Get full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's 10-point loss at Cincinnati. The Sun Devils started out strong, scoring on their first offensive possession, but upon a Cameron Skattebo fumble, things sputtered out of control for ASU, allowing the Bearcats to score 24 unanswered first-half points. Plus, two costly field goals caused Kenny Dillingham to give a viral comment about hosting kicking tryouts. Get full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's 27-19 win over No. 16 Utah. Cameron Skattebo continued to shine, earning his third Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week honor for his explosive performance on the ground. Caleb McCullough earned Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week for his massive two interceptions and critical 12 tackles. Get full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode and insight into what ASU's 5-1 start means for the trajectory of the season.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's 35-31 win over Kansas. Trailing in the winding minutes of the contest, redshirt QB Sam Leavitt led the Sun Devils game-winning drive to push ASU to 4-1 on the season, already surpassing their season win total from a year ago. Get full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's first loss of the season in Lubbock. The Sun Devils found themselves in an early 14-0 hole and couldn't manage to cut away at the Red Raiders' lead as a limited ASU run attack placed extra weight on Sam Levitt's shoulders that he could not carry. Get a full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's down-to-the-wire win at Texas State. The Sun Devils trailed for the first time this season but managed to respond behind redshirt freshman QB Sam Leavitt's playmaking and game-changing turnovers forced by the Sun Devil secondary in the fourth quarter. Get a full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman, Jake Seymour, Adam Beadle and host Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's first SEC win. The Sun Devils outscored the Bulldogs 27-3 in the first half and stifled off a second-half comeback, with Cameron Skattebo sealing the deal on his career-high 262 rushing yards. Get a full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman, Jake Seymour and host Blake Niemann recap everything from ASU's dominant 48-7 season opening victory over Wyoming. The Sun Devils put up nearly 500 yards of total offense while forcing three turnovers, including two that were taken back for touchdowns. Get a full analysis and breakdown of the game in this episode.

SunDevilSource's staff makes their season predictions about ASU football, from win totals to team leaders in touchdowns to the strongest position group for the Sun Devils and so much more. Make sure to tune into this episode to get the crew's full thoughts about ASU and its players entering the 2024 college football season.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann give detailed analysis of what has transpired during ASU fall camp from the QB competition to positional makeup, it's all covered in this podcast. Plus, thoughts on the Sun Devils season trajectory as they enter their first year as a member of the Big 12 conference.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann give their initial reactions to top-25 national prospect Joson Sanon's decision to flip his commitment from Arizona to Arizona State. Plus, insight into how Bobby Hurley's NIL generation has enabled the Sun Devils to achieve the top 2024 recruiting class in the Big 12 and No. 3 in the nation. Additionally, an outlook of what to expect out of ASU's overhauled roster in its first season in the Big 12.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann analyze ASU football's roster makeup now that the spring transfer portal window has closed. Also, insight into how the Sun Devils have managed to attain the No. 1 2025 recruiting class in the Big-12. Plus, perspective on ASU hoops' historic incoming high school class headlined by Five-Star center Jayden Quaintance.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann explain and evaluate the NCAA's findings in ASU's mitigated level-1 recruiting infractions case. The ASU program will be on probation for the next four years and face punishments that align with a penalty matrix that is the lowest of three tiers for Level I infractions. Individual show-cause penalties against four former staffers, including Herm Edwards, were objectively much more severe. We'll have the details on the implications of these infractions and how they will impact Sun Devil athletics moving forward.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, Jake Seymour, and host Blake Niemann give their review of ASU men's basketball's final season in the Pac-12, early transfer portal losses, and the adaptations Bobby Hurley should make with his coaching style and roster construction as the Sun Devils enter the Big 12 next season. Sun Devil spring football is less than a week away. How will the Sun Devils navigate the QB completion with Jaden Rashada, who is expected to be out for most of spring ball? Plus, thoughts from head coach Kenny Dillingham and his assistants as the Sun Devils embark upon their first season in the Big 12 conference. Lastly, the crew chats about ASU baseball and the tailspin the Sun Devil offense has taken as of late.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and host Blake Niemann evaluate where ASU baseball, men's basketball, and hockey are at in relation to the rest of the country. The Diamond Devils took a trip down to Arlington, Texas, for three top-10 matchups that served as an eye-opener for where ASU is now compared to where it once was. Sun Devil men's hoops' second-half effort fell short against No. 6 Arizona last Wednesday. How will ASU compete as postseason play nears? Plus, Sun Devil Hockey capped off its season with a program-record 23rd win. How does this propel ASU as it moves into "the SEC of college hockey" the NCHC next season? The crew has you covered on all the answers and analysis.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, Jake Seymour, and host Blake Niemann break down where Sun Devil hoops stand following its top-25 upset over Washington State. How has ASU's recent rollercoaster stretch resembled the volatile culture in Tempe under Bobby Hurley? Sun Devil baseball is in full swing, and the offense has lived up to the hype. However, the pitching remains piled with question marks. The crew provides their insight on Willie Bloomquist's ball club through the first two weeks of the season.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann break down Arizona State's roster and positional makeup after a quiet 2024 National Signing Day. The Sun Devils are one of five Power Four programs with 40 new scholarship newcomers. What does the large influx of newcomers indicate about ASU's roster construction? Plus, a sneak peek into ASU's 2025 recruiting class and how Kenny Dillingham is setting the Sun Devils up to have more pull on the recruiting trail in the Big 12.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann break down Arizona State's inaugural Big 12 football schedule which includes six road games and two bye weeks. Also, a look at where Bobby Hurley and the Sun Devil basketball squad stands after being swept at the Oregon schools for the first time since 2017-2018.

SunDevilSource's Chris Karpman and Blake Niemann break down Arizona State's duo of double-digit deficit comeback wins over Stanford and Cal in the Bay Area. The Sun Devils have completed 43 halftime deficit comebacks under Hurley's direction, which leads the Pac-12 over that span. A look at how this style of basketball has created concerns surrounding ASU's consistency.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle and Chris Karpman are back once again to detail ASU's newest transfers and signees. Karpman breaks down what the additions mean for the Sun Devils and what fans can expect to see in the coming weeks and months.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour break down ASU's loss to No. 15 Arizona in the Territorial Cup this past weekend. The crew also debriefs on the season and details the transfer portal and what to expect.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle and Chris Karpman discuss the current NIL situation in Tempe with executive director of Sun Angel Collective, Brittani Willet. The duo also recap ASUs 49-13 loss to No. 6 Oregon from this past Saturday at Mountain America Stadium.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle and Chris Karpman break down the resignation of Ray Anderson from the athletic director position at ASU. The two also detail the potential impact the resignation will have on university athletics moving forward. Finally, the last matchup against UCLA is discussed to close the podcast.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour are back once again to break down ASU football's most recent loss to No. 18 Utah. The Sun Devils had a historically slow Saturday and the crew details what led to the struggles.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour break down ASU's 38-27 win over Washington State. The crew also talks basketball ahead of the start of the Sun Devil basketball season.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour discuss ASU's most recent performance against No. 5 Washington. The crew emphasizes the offensive struggles and gives the defense its deserved credit.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Jake Seymour and Noah Furtado return for another recap. This past week ASU was on the road for the first time and fell by just three points to the Golden Bears. Listen to the podcast to get an injury update and to learn about ASU's struggles on Saturday.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour discuss ASU's most recent game against the No. 5 Trojans and Caleb Williams. Analysis on both sides of the ball and Chris details why he decided to right a column on the accountability of ASU athletics leadership.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour break down ASU's game against Fresno State in arguably its worst offensive performance. The crew updates the Sun Devil fanbase on injuries and more as well.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour break down ASU's 24-21 win over Southern Utah. The crew details their thoughts of ASU's performance both offensively and defensively and provides analysis of freshman starting QB Jaden Rashada.

SunDevilSource's Ethan Tuttle, Chris Karpman, Noah Furtado, and Jake Seymour discuss ASU's upcoming football season. The crew predicts season-long stats for several ASU positions and returns the segment, "Pick the Pac" once again to finish off the podcast.

On this episode of the SunDevilSource Report Podcast Chris Karpman and Ethan Tuttle make a return from a summer hiatus on the mic. The two discuss ASU's recent news on the move to the Big 12 and take stock of QB play and a variety of other positions.

Review of ASU basketball's finish, Bobby Hurley's contract extension, and ASU spring football by Sun Devil Source

Review of ASU Football's 43 new additions and Sun Devil Baseball update by Sun Devil Source

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporter Noah Furtado as they discuss Arizona State's coaching staff hiring under Kenny Dillingham and what it might mean for the program. They also discuss the Sun Devil hoops season thus far and the upcoming game against the Oregon Ducks. Covered on this episode: — A look at the finalized coaching staff put together by Dillingham and what impact the new coaches may have. — How the offense could look in Tempe with new offensive coordinator Beau Baldwin expected to be the play caller of a Dillingham system. — What type of defense new defensive coordinator Brian Ward is expected to use. — What positives and negatives the composition of an Arizona heavy staff could bring. — The unprecedented level of movement on the roster including high school recruits and a nation-high 24 Division 1 transfers. — How the Sun Devil offense looks with a lot of incomings and outgoings including Notre Dame transfer quarterback Drew Pyne, Sacramento State transfer running back Cameron Skattebo, and USC transfer wide receiver Jake Smith. — The current state of ASU's defense that like the offense has had a lot of changes. — What's left for Dillingham and the staff to do in reference to recruiting. — If Bobby Hurley leading ASU basketball to a 13-3 (4-1 Pac-12) start is a surprise and what has allowed them to do so. — How shot selection and choice of offense will be key for a strong finish to the season. — An in-depth breakdown of an Oregon Ducks team that is getting healthier and should be a very important test for ASU. — The odds of Sun Devil Hoops making the NCAA tournament and what would need to happen for that to materialize.

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporters Cole Bradley and Noah Furtado as they discuss Arizona State's hiring of Kenny Dillingham as head coach. They also discuss Sun Devil Hoops and the twelfth and final game of the football season, a 38-35 loss on the road to Arizona in the Territorial Cup. Covered on this episode: — A deep dive into the Kenny Dillingham head coaching hire and what it means for the future of the ASU football program. — Looking back at Dillingham's overall positive introductory press conference that included high emotions and a road map for expectations in his time in Tempe. — Dillingham's emphasis of importance on relationships. — A look into who Dillingham has signed to his staff already including former Idaho State head coach Charlie Ragle and former ASU standout Vince Amey, and what he may look to do with subsequent hiring. — Initial takeaways from ASU's 38-35 Territorial Cup loss to Arizona. — Whether sophomore quarterback Trenton Bourguet, the rest of the offense, or the defense was more to blame for the loss. — A discussion surrounding an impressive start to the season by Bobby Hurley and Sun Devil Hoops and what a possible absence of forward Marcus Bagley could mean for the rest of the season.

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporters Cole Bradley and Noah Furtado as they discuss Arizona State's eleventh game of the season, a 31-7 loss at home to Oregon State. Covered on this episode: — Whether our staff was surprised by ASU being blown out by OSU on senior day. — Why a Sun Devil offense that seemed to have found a path to success when changing to Shaun Aguano as the play caller and sophomore Trenton Bourguet as starting quarterback struggled against the Beavers. — How defensive coordinator Donnie Henderson and the ASU defense continued to struggle against the Oregon State offense. — What can be taken away from ASU basketball's historical 25-point win over No. 20 Michigan to win the Legends Classic. — A discussion about whether this win is a fluke or a performance head coach Bobby Hurley and the team can replicate for the rest of the season. — The potential of Sun Devil hoops this season and what they need to do to reach that potential.

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporters Cole Bradley and Noah Furtado as they discuss Arizona State's tenth game of the season, a 28-18 loss on the road to Washington State. Covered on this episode: — Initial takeaways from a game where ASU struggled with multiple injuries both before and during the game on a day that was the coldest at kickoff than any other game ASU has played in since at least 2004 at 36 degrees. — A discussion around what contributed to the Sun Devils being down 28-0 at half time. — Looking at the second half from ASU and what it says about the team to continue fighting and win the second half 18-0 even when the game looked destined to be a blowout win for the Cougars. — With the season coming to an end we discuss recent comments from current interim head coach Shaun Aguano and defensive coordinator Donnie Henderson regarding the right attributes for the next head coach and what there is to play for in the last two games. — The timeline for the new coaching search and when a new head coach may be announced.

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporters Cole Bradley and Noah Furtado as they discuss the start of the ASU basketball season and give an in depth preview of what's to come for head coach Bobby Hurley and the squad. Covered on this episode: — Takeaways from a season opening 62-59 win over Tarleton State at Desert Financial Arena. — An in-depth look at the returning guards on the roster including junior DJ Horne, senior Luther Muhamad, and sophomore Jamiya Neal. — What the new guards on the roster can bring to the team including freshman Austin Nunez, senior Desmond Cambridge and sophomore Frankie Collins. — An in-depth look at the returning forwards on the roster including sophomore Marcus Bagley, junior Alonzo Gaffney, sophomore Enoch Boakye, and senior John Olmsted. — What the new forwards on the roster can bring to the team including junior Devan Cambridge, junior Warren Washington, and freshman Duke Brennan. — A discussion about the keys to a successful season and what things would likely hold them back from success. — Predicting team leaders in statistical categories including leading scorer, highest three point percentage, assists leader, and rebounding leader among others. — Discussing the possibility of Hurley's job being in jeopardy if ASU doesn't have a successful season.

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporters Cole Bradley and Noah Furtado as they discuss Arizona State's ninth game of the season, a 50-36 loss at home to UCLA. Covered on this episode: — Initial takeaways from a bad ASU loss that was highlighted by large defensive struggles. — A discussion surrounding the Sun Devil defense and what caused such a poor performance from the group. — An ASU offense led by sophomore quarterback Trenton Bourguet and senior running back Xazavian Valladay that had another impressive day despite the final score. — With ASU needing to win all three of its final games we discuss how likely it is that Shaun Aguano and the team are bowling in December

On the latest episode of The Sun Devil Source Report podcast, host Ethan Ryter is joined by site publisher Chris Karpman and reporters Cole Bradley and Noah Furtado as they discuss Arizona State's eighth game of the season, a 42-34 win at Colorado. Covered on this episode: — Initial takeaways from the win including a record breaking three touchdown performance by sophomore tight end Jalin Conyers. — A discussion surrounding the impact of interim head coach Shaun Aguano calling offensive plays and a 435-yard, three touchdown performance in a first collegiate start for sophomore quarterback Trenton Bourguet. — The continued success of sophomore wide receiver Elijhah Badger who had career-highs in receptions and receiving yards and senior running back Xazavian Valladay who totaled 136 all-purpose yards and three rushing touchdowns. — Biggest takeaways from a shaky performance by the Sun Devil defense against a Colorado offense that was averaging 13.7 points per game heading into the game. — What ASU's defense needs to do to be more consistent moving forward.