Speak Of The Devils

The Sun Devils are back in Tempe as fall camp heats up. We break down the big developments from the team's time at Camp Tontozona, including separation in the quarterback battle, and project the starting lineup. Plus, hear from quarterback Sam Leavitt (25:45), wide receiver Malik McClain (46:50), and defensive lineman Justin Wodtly (51:42).

Another day dominated by the defense...until the end. Get a recap of Tuesday's action, plus hear from DT Jacob Kongaika & DE Albert Smith III.

The Devils are back in Tempe for fall camp's homestretch. It was a bad day for the quarterbacks, but an excellent day for the defense. Get a full practice rundown, and then hear from OL Sean Na'a and WR Melquan Stovall.

Time to head down the hill. The big scrimmage on Saturday capped the Sun Devils' annual trip to Camp Tontozona, and while both sides of the ball had several highlights, we also had some major separation in the quarterback battle. Get a full scrimmage recap, plus hear from quarterback Sam Leavitt, head coach Kenny Dillingham, wide receiver Jake Smith, and cornerback Keith Abney

On Camp T Scrimmage Eve...they rested. Sort of. A very light practice of walkthroughs and special teams work took place Friday before the main event...dodgeball! Plus, hear the latest on key battles, scrimmage format, and more from QB Sam Leavitt, head coach Kenny Dillingham, and offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo.

The Devils' hard week of practice continues. The second day at Camp Tontozona featured uneven quarterback play, drops, short-yardage scenarios, and some ballhawking DBs. Get a recap of the day's action, plus hear from ASU defensive lineman Justin Wodtly and cornerback Laterrance Welch.

Football in the pines! The Devils held their first practice at Camp Tontozona, and it was a physical affair. Get a recap of the day's action, and hear from WR Malik McClain, WR Zechariah Sample, TE Cameron Harpole.

Football is back, and the action is heating up. With six practices in the books, we dive into the latest fall camp position battles and story lines to emerge through the first week. We also talk to a pair of new Sun Devil running backs: Alton McCaskill (41:55) and Jason Brown (46:01).

Getaway day for the Devils! We recap the final Tempe practice for the team before their trip to Camp Tontozona. We then get an update on the linebackers from position coach A.J. Cooper.

A scorching practice, a QB shakeup, and ice cream! Get a full recap of the day and then hear from RB Jason Brown and OT Champ Westbrooks.

The season is almost here, so it's time to gear up at Cactus Sports. We recorded live from the go to spot for all things Sun Devil merchandise and apparel, as owner Troy Scoma about his Sun Devil origin story and the history of the business. And we couldn't be in the best place to get Sun Devil jersey without talking to the man who knows all things ASU uniforms and the author of the popular Uniformity column, Cole Streeper.

It was the "worst practice" so far in fall camp. Get a rundown of what happened during Saturday night's session at Mountain America Stadium, then hear from head coach Kenny Dillingham on why he was displeased, the QB race after one week, Camp T, and more.

The pads came on and the hits were poppin. Get a recap of today's physical session, why Kenny Dillingham likes the "piss and vinegar" of the squad, and hear from a trio of newcomers: RB Alton McCaskill, DT Zac Swanson, & DE J'Mond Tapp.

Day 2 is in the books, and it was a balanced session with some big plays from boths sides of the ball. Get a recap of the day's action, plus hear from a pair of early defensive standouts: CB Javan Robinson and LB Jordan Crook.

On a hot July day, the Devils hit the field. Get a recap of the first day of fall camp for ASU, learn who stood out, and get a depth chart update. Plus, we talk with wide receivers coach Hines Ward.

It seems like yesterday that Shaun Aguano's Chandler Wolves were dominating Arizona high school football. But the 2024 season will be Shaun's sixth overseeing the Sun Devil running backs. So far, it has been a very productive half decade, and this year, Aguano may have his deepest backfield yet. On this episode, Shaun and I discuss the challenges and opportunities from a tough season, his growth as a coach at the college level, how local relationships are developing, the Poly pipeline, how he will manage the many talented backs at his disposal, and much more.

Football is back! The Sun Devils are hitting the practice field to open up fall camp. We preview the key position battles, the X-factor players, and the storylines to track over the month of August. Plus, we are joined by ASU offensive lineman Ben Coleman to debut his new series Unblocked (33:49)

Charlie Ragle isn't used to losing football games in Arizona. One of the most success Arizona prep coaches in recent history returned to the Valley last year to become Arizona State's assistant head coach and special teams coordinator. As we know, 2023 was a tough year for the Sun Devils, but through the adversity, Ragle feels the lessons learned will be of great benefit for the program moving forward. Heading into 2024, Ragle will oversee a special teams unit that will be replacing all of its specialists. With the grind of the Big 12 schedule, their play will be crucial. On this episode, Charlie and I discuss how the staff navigated the tough year and how they grew, the progress of the program's culture, a rundown of the special teams units and fall camp battles, and much more.

With fall camp just a few weeks away, it's time for one of our annual traditions. We're counting down our picks for the 10 most important (non-quarterback) Sun Devil players for 2024. Plus, we talk to new 2025 defensive line commit Daeshon Morgan (42:15).

Snakes and sacks. Two things at the core of ASU defensive end and reptile enthusiast Clayton Smith. A former 5-star recruit, Smith's first year in Tempe started slow as he battled injuries, but picked up down the stretch, with pieces of sacks in four of the last five games. Heading into 2024, he added muscle over the offseason, helping him to a very strong spring practice showing. He's also growing as a leader, and was one of the players to represent the program at Big 12 Media Day. On this episode, we discuss his growth and maturation, the makeup of the D-line, turning his love of reptiles into a NIL opportunity, his new position coach, and much more.