SHOCKER: Why Bill Connelly's Rankings MISS the Sun Devils' True Potential

Arizona State Sun Devils face skepticism despite revamped special teams and a shifting recruiting philosophy—can Kenny Dillingham’s squad prove the doubters wrong? Analytics like ESPN’s SP+ rank ASU just 42nd nationally, weighed down by last season’s special teams woes and a daunting Big 12 schedule. Key questions surround the quarterback battle between Jake Fette and Cutter Boley, plus how Kyson Brown and Marquis Gillis will replace departed offensive talent. The conversation focused on Dillingham’s bold approach: recruiting only players fully committed to ASU, highlighted by the retention of the Sun Devils’ wide receiver corps and the rise of blue-chip prospect Jake Hildebrand. The discussion explored the high-stakes matchup with Texas Tech and the ongoing Brandon Sorsby eligibility controversy, setting the stage for a fiery showdown in Lubbock. Will ASU’s chip-on-the-shoulder mentality and culture of development fuel another Big 12 upset? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.