Former Arizona State QB Linked to Open NFL Coaching Position

Nov 14, 2015; Tempe, AZ, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils head coach Todd Graham celebrates with quarterback Mike Bercovici (2) after beating the Washington Huskies 27-17 at Sun Devil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images | Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

TEMPE -- The Arizona State football program has seen several players and coaches find success at the NFL level over the years.

A former quarterback and author of some of the most iconic moments in recent years for the Sun Devils is potentially poised to take another massive step in his coaching career heading into the 2026 season - more on that below.

Mike Bercovici to Potentially Interview for Promotion

NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported on Monday afternoon that the Washington Commanders requested permission to interview Bercovici from the Carolina Panthers - where the 32-year old currently serves as an assistant QB coach.

"Sources: The #Commanders have requested to interview #Panthers assistant QBs coach Mike Bercovici for their QBs coach position on OC David Blough’s staff.

A former QB himself and just 32, Bercovici has played a big role on Carolina’s staff working with Bryce Young. He also crossed paths with Jayden Daniels at Arizona State in 2019."

Bercovici has been seen as a rising star in the coaching world ever since beginning that part of his career in 2019 - more on that below.

Former ASU quarterback Mike Bercovici works with quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) during practice at Camp Tontozona on Aug. 10, 2019 near Kolhs Ranch, Ariz. Camp Tontozona 2019 | Rob Schumacher/The Republic via Imagn Content Services, LLC

Bercovici is Influential Part of Arizona State History

The former Sun Devil began his collegiate career in 2011, serving as a backup to starter Brock Osweiler. He then redshirted the 2012 season after Taylor Kelly won the starting job.

Bercovici received a chance to start early on in the 2014 season after Kelly suffered a foot injury - he took part in the iconic "Jael Mary" play that ended a 38-34 win over USC that kept the Sun Devils alive for a spot in the Pac-12 title game. Bercovici started in his senior season in 2015, throwing for 30 touchdowns and putting his best effort forward in a season that could have gone differently with a few plays going their way.

The five-year member of the program then set out to carve a professional career out for himself, which eventually reached a stalemate. Arizona State head coach Herm Edwards reached out to the California native in early 2019 about an opportunity to join the coaching staff, but he declined in favor of playing in the newly-formed AAF league. He then joined the staff in May once the league ceased operations - eventually joining the Arizona Cardinals, before getting to the spot where he is today.

Bercovici reuniting with Jayden Daniels and potentially more former Arizona State standouts would certainly be an intriguing endeavor.

Read more on why the Arizona State men's basketball team will exceed expectations in the 2025-26 season here, and on why the bright future of the football program isn’t dimmed by the loss to Arizona here.

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