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The Sun Devils continue to rest up on their second bye week as the homestretch of the season looms. Brad Denny and Joe Healey outline their top 3 goals that ASU needs to accomplish in order to finish 2025 successfully.
With the season on the brink, the Sun Devils answered the bell. After a look at the news, we recap the impressive road win over Iowa State, the historic performance by Jeff Sims, and what it can mean for the remainder of the season. Then we look ahead to Sun Devil hoops and preview the season ahead with DevilsDigest.com publisher Hod Rabino (26:08)
(31 minutes) We all remember the strong finish to the 2024 season, which propelled ASU into the Big 12 championship game. This year, a road victory at Iowa State is a good indicator that the Sun Devils can run the table again in November, but will this lead to a repeat appearance in Arlington? My conversation with the co-host of the Speak of the Devils podcast, Brad Denny, discusses the road win last Saturday and Arizona State's prospects for the rest of the season.
It was a weekend of essential wins and massive Big 12 chaos for Arizona sports! The Suns found their rhythm, and ASU battled through adversity for a critical road victory. On today's episode of The Valley Verdict, we break down the two most important wins of the season so far.In this episode:ASU's Road Warrior Win & Big 12 Shakeup: We recap the thrilling 24-19 victory over Iowa State, won without Sam Leavitt or Jordyn Tyson. This win was magnified by Houston losing to West Virginia and Cincinnati falling to Utah, drastically improving the Sun Devils' position in the standings.The Sims Paradox: We dissect Jeff Sims' record-setting 228 rushing yards (a new school QB record) and account for his three costly turnovers and the team's relentless penalty issues.The Coaches' Take: We dive into the post-game comments from Kenny Dillingham and hear from Jeff Sims, Chamon Metayer, Justin Wodtly, and Jordan Crook on how the team held it together.The Suns Find Their Rhythm: We break down the two-game win streak, including the dominant 130-118 win over the Spurs where the Suns led by 31 points. We analyze how this run sets the team up for a chance to get back to .500 with a win tomorrow night against Golden State.Player & Coach Reaction: We analyze the post-game insights from Devin Booker, Jordan Ott, and Grayson Allen (from Sunday's win), plus the on-court commentary from Ryan Dunn and the veteran perspective from Royce O'Neale (joining Tom Leander and Tom Chambers).Don't miss our final verdict on which team showed the most growth this weekend! Subscribe to The Valley Verdict and follow us on Facebook [@thevalleyverdict], Instagram [@thevalleyverdictpodcast], and YouTube [@thevalleyverdict] for more analysis.
The hits keep on coming. ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt is out for the year, as he will undergo surgery to address his season-long injury. Ralph Amsden joins The Untimed Down to discuss the injury impact and look at what the Sun Devils must do to score an upset win over Iowa State on Saturday. Plus, hear from new ASU special teams coordinator Jack Nudo.
The boys are back in the regular spot and with plenty of Houston Cougar on field triumphs to talk about and look ahead to, with the following topics this week: 0:00- RIP Kurt Hester 3:51- Recapping a top 25 Cougar football road upset of Arizona State 42:33- Previewing West Virginia, in year 1 of HC Rich Rodriguez's 2nd run there 1:01:38- Down W/the Pickness, weeks 9/10 1:06:46- Cougar soccer gets 2 results to stay alive for the Big 12 tournament 1:15:02- Cougar volleyball lets another Big 12 match slip away 1:20:23- Quick thoughts on Cougar men's hoops' opener next Monday vs Lehigh
Healey talks about life without Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson, and if the Sun Devils can still have a "successful" season.
The Sun Devils took a tough loss to Houston, but the biggest challenges came on Monday morning. On today's episode of The Valley Verdict, we dive into the fallout, breaking down the difficult questions Head Coach Kenny Dillingham had to face from Doug Franz, and what it means for the program's foundation.In this episode:The Ragle Riddle: We break down the resignation of Special Teams Coordinator Charlie Ragle due to "health reasons" and analyze Doug Franz's brutal question on whether a high-performing unit would have seen the same result.The Coaching Carousel: We discuss the inevitable rumor mill, including The Athletic's article linking Dillingham to future openings, and the coach's direct response to Franz about his role with future opportunities.Tough Questions and Empathy: We analyze Dillingham's response to the personal question about checking in on former Sun Devil Cam Skattebo after his season-ending injury.Postgame and Monday Pressers: We cover the key takeaways from Kenny Dillingham's Saturday postgame comments and his full Monday press conference as the team tries to regroup after the loss.Don't miss our final analysis on the future of the Sun Devils program! Subscribe to The Valley Verdict and follow us on Facebook [@thevalleyverdict], Instagram [@thevalleyverdictpodcast], and YouTube [@thevalleyverdict] for more analysis.
(29 minutes) For most of Saturday night, ASU struggled for long stretches in a home loss to Houston, a defeat that did all but officially take them out of contention for a return appearance in the Big 12 championship game. And once again, the resolve will be tested as they visit Iowa State this weekend. What were the deficiencies that plagued Arizona State in that 24-16 loss, and what remedies are in order for this team to try and get back in the win column? Here's my conversation with the Sun Devil Network's sideline reporter, Kevin Turner.
The high from beating Texas Tech is over, and Head Coach Kenny Dillingham is trying to pump the brakes ahead of a critical home game against Houston. On today's ASU Tailgate show, we dive into the coach's clear message: Do not take the Cougars lightly!In this episode:The Coach's Warning: We break down Kenny Dillingham's concerted effort to remind his team that Houston's 6-1 record is no accident. We analyze his stats on ASU's brutal schedule: four straight games against one-loss teams.Injury Crisis: We discuss the challenge facing the Sun Devils' offense with Jordyn Tyson out and the status of multiple key defensive players listed as questionable.The Playmakers' Pressers: We hear the final words from Sam Leavitt, Offensive Coordinator Marcus Arroyo, and Defensive Coordinator Brian Ward as they prep for a must-win game.Driver's Seat for the Big 12: We examine why a win over the Cougars is crucial to putting ASU firmly in the driver's seat for a spot in the Big 12 Championship game.Don't miss our final verdict before the Sun Devils take the field! Subscribe to The Valley Verdict and follow us on Facebook [@thevalleyverdict], Instagram [@thevalleyverdictpodcast], and YouTube [@thevalleyverdict] for more analysis.
In this week's tailgate the Texas Tech Red Raiders drop their first game of the season to the defending Big 12 Champs, Arizona State. We recap the loss to the Sun Devils and what was a tough day for the offense (1:10)Offensive problemsDefense did their thing again but come up just short at the end of the gameWe take a look at the upcoming matchup with the struggling Oklahoma State Cowboys (29:15)Final Shots ft TORTILLA BAN (40:35)Catch you at the next tailgate! #WreckEm
Matt Barrie is on campus at GA State today as the Panthers take on South Alabama tonight on ESPN2. Saturday CFB Studio Host with Joey Galloway & EJ Manuel. Thursday night CFB PxP. SportsCenter Host. TGL Host. Scottsdale native. Arizona State alum. He trolled the GameDay crew Saturday after they all picked Texas Tech to beat his Sun Devils. He hosts The Matt Barrie Show, airing with exclusive content and guests, all while chronicling Matt's travels during the College Football season. Tune in every Sunday morning when The Matt Barrie Show presented by AllState sees none-other than Paul Finebaum also join the fold to recap the weekend that was.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona State put together their best game of the season for their best opponent of the year. Sam Leavitt, Jordyn Tyson and the Sun Devils played great games against a talented Texas Tech team that lived up to the billing. Mark talks about what this win means for ASU, previews the Houston game, and talks about ASU hockey's recent struggles.
Just when you count them out... The Sun Devils put together an impressive performace to take down No. 7 Texas Tech, and another tough battle is ahead. After a look at the news, we talk with ASU wide receiver Jaren Hamilton (15:34) and center Makua Pule (19:12) about the victory before breaking down exactly how the Sun Devils got the job done. Then we welcome Houston insider Ryan Monceaux of GoCoogs.com (50:12) for a detailed look at the Cougars before diving into our game preview and predictions and a conversation with ASU safety Boogie Wilson (1:43:18).
(25 minutes) In the college football world, that operates by the mantra, “What have you done for me lately?” It was easy following an embarrassing loss at Utah to have low expectations, if not genuine apprehension of ASU's chances versus an undefeated Texas Tech team, which led the Big 12 both in offense and defense. Yet, the Sun Devils were more than happy to defy that narrative and earn a gritty 26-22 win over the Red Raiders, getting back on the winning track and providing a resounding statement in the process. Is it a sign that Arizona State is truly ready to defend its conference crown? To review last Saturday's contest and project what the rest of the regular season could look like for Arizona State I invited the Sun Devil Network color analyst and 1987 Rose Bowl MVP Jeff van Raaphorst to discuss those topics and more.
Matt Barrie discusses Arizona State football's big win over Texas Tech, the dynamic duo of Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson being one of the best in the country and if Kenny Dillingham could leave the Sun Devils for a bigger job.
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The Sun Devils pulled off a critical win over Texas Tech, and we're breaking down how they battled back to hand the Red Raiders a loss. On this special edition of The Valley Verdict, we open the show by dissecting the perfect mistake—CFB on FOX announcer Connor Onion's now-infamous quote that Texas Tech was "undefeated and unchallenged" just before a commercial break.In this episode:The Announcer's Jinx: We play and react to the dramatic quote from Connor Onion and how ASU responded to the pressure of the moment.Sun Devil Commentary: We dive into the most important comments from Kenny Dillingham and Sam Leavitt after the hard-fought victory.The Gauntlet of a Schedule: We analyze Dillingham's eye-opening stat: four one-loss teams in a row. We discuss what this brutal stretch (TCU, Utah, Texas Tech, and next week's opponent, Houston) says about the new reality of the Big 12 and the competitive ceiling of the Sun Devils.Don't miss our latest take on the Arizona sports world! Subscribe to The Valley Verdict and follow us on Facebook [@thevalleyverdict], Instagram [@thevalleyverdictpodcast], and YouTube [@thevalleyverdict] for more analysis.
Utah vs. BYU Football Pick Prediction 10/18/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Utah at BYU 7PM ET—Utah improved to 5-1 following their 42-10 home victory against Arizona St. The Utes gained 412 yards with good work in the run and pass. They limited the Sun Devils passing attack plus allowed 135 yards rushing for 3.4 yards per carry.
Mark is joined by college friend Justin Toscano to talk about the Sun Devils' embarrassing loss to Utah and their upcoming game against a great Texas Tech team.
Tim Healey joins Wolf and Luke to discuss how the Arizona State Sun Devils can clean things up before their game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, how Sam Leavitt is moving around in practice, and what ASU has to do to beat Texas Tech.
Bickley blasts on the importance of an ASU win vs. Texas Tech for the Sun Devils' season.
Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino deliver their College Football Week 8 Preview, breaking down three pivotal matchups that could shake up conference races and playoff positioning. In this episode, they dive into: Miami vs Louisville: Can Mario Cristobal and Carson Beck keep Miami's playoff hopes alive, or will Jeff Brohm and Miller Moss deliver a massive ACC upset? Texas Tech vs Arizona State: Will Joey McGuire and Behren Morton's offense outgun Kenny Dillingham and Jordyn Tyson, or will the Sun Devils defend their home turf? LSU vs Vanderbilt: Can Brian Kelly and Garrett Nussmeier keep LSU in the SEC title hunt, or could Diego Pavia and Clark Lea pull off the unthinkable? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Haller talks Cardinals, Suns and Sun Devils.
Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and Damon Allred react to Arizona State football's embarrassing loss to Utah and discuss what it means for the Sun Devils moving forward.
Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and Damon Allred preview the Arizona State at Utah game and discuss if the Sun Devils can win with Jeff Sims at quarterback due to an injured Sam Leavitt.
The much-awaited night game setting for a Utah football game is coming Saturday. The game serves as a big test for both Utah and Arizona State in what could have Big 12 title implications. Host Josh Furlong previews the game with a look at some key storylines, including a deeper dive into the stats to see the nuances between the two teams. Furlong is also joined by Arizona State beat writer Michelle Gardner to breakdown the Sun Devils' trip to Salt Lake City. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
Arizona St vs. Utah Football Pick Prediction 10/11/2025 by Tony T. Recent Box Score Key Stats Arizona St at Utah 10:15 PM ET—Arizona St improved to 4-1 following their 27-24 home victory against TCU. The Sun Devils gained 498 yards with effectively running and throwing the football. On defense they held the Horned Frogs to ten rushing yards with 259 passing for 7.8 yards per pass attempt.
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Karpman talks ASU and previews the big game vs Utah.
The bye week is over and the Sun Devils must be ready for a war. After a look at the news, we dive deep into ASU's crucial road trip to Utah. We get a detailed look at the opposition from Ute insider Patrick Kinahan (18:10) before launching into our game preview and giving our predictions. Plus, we talk with ASU running back Raleek Brown (8:49) and linebacker Jordan Crook (12:13). We wrap up with a move to the rink and preview the Sun Devil hockey season with Tom Hardon of Let's Mullet Over (1:28:05).
The Sun Devils are back from the bye week, and they face a huge challenge against the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City. Mark previews the pivotal Big 12 matchup.
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The Sun Devils are in a good spot after another thrilling 27-24 Big 12 conference win, this time beating the TCU Horned Frogs. Mark analyzes the win over TCU and talks about some other developments in the athletic department.
Simone talks about Sam Leavitt, replacing Cam Skattebo, the defense, and the 4-1 Sun Devils.
(39 Minutes) A 4-1 record and 2-0 in Big 12 play is certainly a strong start to a season and the quest to defend ASU's Big 12 crown. Yet, in all three phases, shortcomings were revealed that were fortunately offset by Arizona State's trademark resiliency and a willingness to make clutch plays. My conversation with Speak of the Devils Podcast co-host Brad Denny examines the Sun Devils' season to date and assesses whether repeating as conference champions is still a reasonable goal for 2025.
Jordan Simone discusses Arizona State football's win over Baylor, ASU having a kicker this season and what he wants to see the Sun Devils do against TCU.
After a tight win road win over Baylor, the Sun Devils return to Tempe to face off against No. 24 TCU. Mark reviews the win over Baylor, then looks ahead to ASU's big game against TCU.
Sousa talks ASU, Sam Leavitt, and where the Sun Devils sit in the Big 12.
Join us for a PRessing On in Public Relations conversation with Jennifer Kaplan, Founder of Evolve PR & Marketing, Arizona's largest PR firm. Since launching the agency in 2010, she has led Evolve's growth from a small, client-focused team into a powerhouse of 27 full-time publicists serving more than 100 clients across local and national markets. A proud Phoenix native and Arizona State University alumna, Jennifer's deep Valley roots and relationship-driven approach have helped her build lasting partnerships and elevate brands across industries. Her leadership and impact have earned her numerous honors, including the Inaugural Hugh Downs School of Human Communication Alumni of the Year Award, Phoenix Business Journal's 40 Under 40, AZ Business Magazine's Most Influential Women in Arizona Business, Ranking Arizona #1 PR Agency, AZ Big Media's Most Admired Companies and PR News' 2025 Top Women in PR and People of the Year. Outside the office, Jennifer enjoys time with her family, giving back to the community, and finding balance on her yoga mat. She's always cheering on the Sun Devils—forks up! Tune in for real stories, practical advice, and a dose of PR inspiration. Like, share, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! ----------------------------------------------------------------- To track down Jennifer visit: https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolveprandmarketing https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-kaplan-b331948/ https://evolveprandmarketing.com/ https://www.facebook.com/EvolvePRandMarketing/ https://www.instagram.com/evolveprandmarketing/ For more information on the PRessing On podcast visit PressingOnPodcast.com RMGComm.com DeGravePR.com
Jordan Simone joins Wolf and Luke to discuss if Arizona State football took a step forward against Texas State, what the Sun Devils need to do in order to beat the Baylor Bears, and who is his favorite defender is on ASU's defense.
Damon Allred discusses what he expects to see from Arizona State football against Baylor, Chamon Metayer's success as a blocking tight end this season and who he thinks the top running back is for the Sun Devils right now.
Mark is joined by Chris Jenkins (@SmartSunDevil on Twitter/X) to recap Arizona State's win over Texas State, and the Sun Devils' upcoming trip to Baylor.
Now that's more like it. After a look at the latest news, we recap the Sun Devils' solid win over Texas State and discuss whether it means ASU is back on track. Next up, we talk with ASU linebacker Keyshaun Elliott about the defense bouncing back (12:25). Then we go behind Baylor lines with Bear insider Zach Smith of the Waco Tribune-Herald (37:04) before diving into our game preview and giving our predictions. We then wrap up with an interview with running back Demarius "Man Man" Robinson (1:19:39).
Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com, BHIhats.com, turnkey-tailgate.com, Austin.Patchmaster.com - The new Pac-12 against the old Pac-12, the Texas State Bobcats (2-0) are headed to Tempe for a rematch of a prime time loss from last season to the Arizona State Sun Devils (1-1). Keff Ciardello is here to rehash the 2024 game between TXST and ASU, preview this year's contest with 5 players to watch on each side, and finally ending with his game prediction for Saturday night. (Produced by Zachary Webb) (Follow WNOGB Twitter, Tik Tok and Instagram)
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Thursday on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, the Jets hold a private practice without assistant coaches, a move Aaron Glenn may have learned from Bill Parcels. Arizona State Head Coach, Kenny Dillingham stops by to preview the season for the Sun Devils. Plus, the return of an oldie but a goodie in Headline or Lie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Jets hold a private practice without assistant coaches, a move Aaron Glenn may have learned from Bill Parcels. Arizona State Head Coach, Kenny Dillingham stops by to preview the season for the Sun Devils. Plus, Bears backup QB, Tyson Bagent sheds light on the real impact contracts have on players lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.