Arizona State’s Possible Paths to the Big 12 Title Game

In today's edition of the Sun Devils Insider Podcast, we take a look at the two ways the team can reach the Big 12 title game.

Dec 7, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils running back Cam Skattebo (4) holds up the WWE Big 12 championship belt after the Sun Devils defeat the Iowa State Cyclones and win the 2024 Big 12 Championship at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

TEMPE --  In today's edition of the Sun Devils Insider Podcast, we examine the two major paths to the Big 12 championship for Arizona State in week 14.

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Below is a partial transcript from Sam Leavitt's final talk with media this season following the October 18 win over Texas Tech.

Leavitt on Kenny Dillingham

Sep 26, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) celebrates with head coach Kenny Dillingham after win against TCU Horned Frogs at Mountain America Stadium, Home of the ASU Sun Devils. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Reiner-Imagn Images | Jacob Reiner-Imagn Images

"I mean, honestly throughout the week, you know, you talk about a coach that just knows your players well, so it knows I approach you in those moments. And, you know, talk about someone who talks about every single scenario there is."

On Game-Winning Drive

"I mean, you know, we had done really good with control passing all game. So going into that two minute, you know, there wasn't too much worry there. I was just getting our guys dialed, you know, no pre-snap penalties, holdings, taking care of the ball, and, you know, we're gonna drive down the field, and then it just really up to me to, you know, put the ball in their hands and have them make plays. That's what happened. You know, up front, I was really proud of the guys, but, you know, we had some guys dinged up, and people had to step up."

Sep 26, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (10) celebrates touchdown with wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the TCU Horned Frogs in the first half at Mountain America Stadium, Home of the ASU Sun Devils. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Reiner-Imagn Images | Jacob Reiner-Imagn Images

On Jaren Hamilton's Breakout Game

"Yeah, kid that can really roll. You know, he's been coming to work for a while now, and kind of, you know, challenged him in a lot of ways. So, you know, someone who's just know when the lights come on. Some people make plays, you know. And he's one of those guys, you know. So really proud of him. He brings really positive energy every single day, you know, I really like the kid and shows up on game day."

"I don't know. I feel like we've always just been good at two minute. I don't know why. You know, it's not like we really do too much different. Kind of just clicks better. Because I feel like, you know, we kind of have to win. You know, this is a team. We compete in everything that we do now, like you said, we play Clash Royale, you know me and JT always compete in everything.

You know, I'm at the game, I'm at the house, and I got a mini football and I'm taping this cardboard box with a target in my house, playing against all my buddies, like, just stuff like that. You know, when you get into those moments, it's just a situation you're comfortable with, and everything kind of clicks."

Read more on why the Arizona State men's basketball team will exceed expectations in the 2025-26 season here, and on major takeaways from the Sun Devils’ convincing win over Colorado in week 13 here.

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