Arizona State's 2025 season falls apart -- what's next for coach Kenny Dillingham, QB Sam Leavitt and the Sun Devils?

Arizona State's 2025 football season began with high expectations following their 2024 Big 12 title and a near College Football Playoff appearance. The team returned 17 starters, including quarterback Sam Leavitt and wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. Preseason polls favored Arizona State as Big 12 champions, ranking them 11th in the AP Top 25. However, the season took a downturn with an early loss to Mississippi State and subsequent injuries to key players.

Leavitt sustained an injury in the Big 12 opener against Baylor, leading to season-ending surgery. Tyson has also been limited by a hamstring injury, missing key games. Currently, Arizona State holds a 5-3 record, with a slim chance of returning to the College Football Playoff. Coach Kenny Dillingham, known for his offensive acumen, is a potential candidate for coaching vacancies at other major programs, including LSU and possibly Penn State and Florida.

The Sun Devils face significant challenges on offense, struggling