ASU to Host 2 Elite In-State Prospects on Visits

Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils are making a push for two of the top Arizona prospects in the 2027 class.

Nov 23, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of an Arizona State Sun Devils helmet at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona State and head coach Kenny Dillingham have had a busy month on the high school recruiting trail. Throughout January, the Sun Devils have made progress with several of their top targets in the 2027 class, and this weekend, they are set to host a Junior Day.

Numerous prospects are expected to be on campus in Tempe this weekend for the Junior Day, including two four-star in-state recruits, as Dillingham and company continue to make a push for some of the top 2027 prospects in Arizona.

Pair of Four-Star In-State Recruits Set to Visit Arizona State

According to Rivals’ Adam Gorney, Arizona State will host two elite prospects from Basha High School in Chandler, Arizona, on campus in Tempe this weekend: Noah Roberts, a four-star running back recruit, and Jake Hildebrand, a four-star offensive tackle recruit.

Oct 11, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; A general view of the helmet worn by the Arizona State Sun Devils during the game against the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Hildebrand and Roberts have been two of Arizona State’s top targets in the 2027 class, and both were recipients of the “Golden Ticket” program, which Dillingham implemented to help the Sun Devils recruit top in-state talent.

Here’s a closer look at where Arizona State currently stands in Hildebrand and Roberts’ recruitments and how their upcoming trip to Tempe could help the Sun Devils’ chances of landing the Basha High School stars.

More on Arizona State’s Pursuit of Jake Hildebrand

Dillingham and his staff have been pursuing Hildebrand for over two years and have made steady progress with the four-star offensive lineman in the past few months.

Basha tackles Dajohn Yarborough (75) and Jake Hildebrand (74) sit on the bench after another rushing touchdown against Brophy Prep during a game at Central High School in Phoenix on Aug. 28, 2025. | Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

On Jan. 1, Hildebrand named Arizona State as one of his final 10 schools, and on Jan. 17, Sun Devils offensive line coach Saga Tuitele traveled to Chandler for a home visit with the young offensive tackle. 

While Hildebrand likely won’t make a decision this weekend, a strong Junior Day visit could help Arizona State inch closer to landing one of the nation’s top offensive tackles. 

Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham holds a news conference on Oct. 27, 2025, in Tempe. | Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

More on Arizona State’s Pursuit of Noah Roberts

The Sun Devils have pursued Roberts for over two years, first extending an offer in June 2023. Dillingham and his staff continued to make progress with him throughout the fall, and in December, the four-star running back named Arizona State among his final 10 schools.

Basha running back Noah Roberts (6) avoids a Brophy Prep tackler during the teams' 6A season opener on Aug. 28, 2025, at Central High School. | Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

While Arizona State is in a strong position in Roberts’ recruitment, several other programs are actively pursuing him. Last weekend, he traveled to Eugene to visit Oregon. Aside from the Ducks, Michigan, Texas, and Notre Dame are also in the mix to land him. 

If the Sun Devils can impress Roberts during his visit to Tempe, they should be able to solidify their standing as a contender for one of the top running backs in the 2027 class.

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