Arizona State Ranked as Middling Team in Big 12

• "I mean, it's starting to show up," Dillingham said. "You know, this is when we really start to grade quarterbacks, in my mind, after we get the meat and potatoes of the install in, and then we get to just go see guys rep, the same thing over and over again. And this is where I really start right now, not just quarterback, but all positions."

Earlier this week, ESPN ranked every team in the Power Four conferences. Arizona State was ranked seventh in the Big 12. Here is what was said about the Sun Devils heading into next season.

What Was Said

• "Arizona State retained coach Kenny Dillingham with an enhanced contract and further commitments to the program after he was linked to vacancies at LSU and Michigan. Dillingham again kept the core of his staff together, as coordinators Marcus Arroyo (offense) and Brian Ward (defense) are back."

• "Demetrice Martin, who has extensive regional experience with stops at UCLA (twice), Arizona, Colorado and Oregon, joined the staff as a senior defensive assistant. Martin and Dillingham coached together at Oregon."

Why This Ranking Makes Sense

As mentioned, the Sun Devils' quarterback position is ambiguous, with no clear-cut great option in that room. Boley will most likely end up being the Week 1 starter, but it is not a guarantee that he will be a good option. However, the weapons at his disposal form one of the most dangerous pass-catching groups in the nation.

Arizona State lost Jordyn Tyson to the NFL, but Dillingham and his staff landed Colorado transfer Omarion Miller and Boston College transfer Reed Harris in the portal. Both wide receivers have been elite over the last three seasons at their respective programs, and Miller is a projected first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

If Boley proves to be a competent starter, the Sun Devils should boast one of the most potent offenses in the country next season. There is a solid amount of roster turnover from 2025, but Arizona State could exceed these expectations.