SHAKEUP: Can Brian Ward’s Arizona State Sun Devils DEFENSE Thrive With an Entirely New Secondary?

Arizona State Sun Devils football face a complete overhaul in the secondary, raising questions after losing all five starting defensive backs. Can transfer standouts like Nigel Pringle and versatile playmakers Boogie Wilson and Montana Warren anchor Brian Ward’s rebuilt defense amid lingering injury woes? Parker Porrill and Philip Mulford assess the newcomers, analyze ASU’s Texas recruiting pipeline, and explore whether increased size and athleticism across the roster can close the gap against physical Big 12 opponents. ASU baseball surges back into the national rankings for the first time in a year after a statement series win over No. 17 TCU. The hosts spotlight Dean Toigo’s red-hot bat, Landon Hairston’s grand slams, and the pitching staff’s historic shutout. Plus: women’s basketball punches its NCAA Tournament ticket under Molly Miller’s leadership. Can this resilient squad’s relentless defense spark a Cinderella run in front of a home Phoenix crowd? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.