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State of the Sun Devils

Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and Mitch Vareldzis discuss and break down Arizona State Sun Devils athletics. 
August 22, 2023

Jaden Rashada time at ASU! Reaction to the freshman set to start Week 1

On this episode of State of the Sun Devils, the guys react to the news that Jaden Rashada is set to start Week 1 against Southern Utah. What do we think and what does this mean for Trenton Bourguet and Drew Pyne.   (23:12)
August 17, 2023

Is it too soon to start Jaden Rashada at quarterback for Arizona State? - August 17

The guys debate if the Sun Devils should go with highly-touted freshman Jaden Rashada or returning starter Trenton Bourguet as ASU's quarterback competition is heating up, react to ASU president Micha...   (39:47)
August 11, 2023

More on ASU's move to the Big 12 and why did the NCAA deny Jake Smith's waiver? - Aug. 11

The guys discuss how the NCAA has blocked one of Arizona State football's top wideouts from playing this season, the happenings at Camp Tontozona and comments ASU vice president of university athletic...   (32:44)
August 4, 2023

Arizona State is headed to the Big 12 REACTION! - August 4

The guys react to Arizona State officially moving from the Pac-12 to the Big 12 and what it means for Sun Devil athletics going forward.    (40:20)
July 27, 2023

Is the Pac-12 done? What's next for ASU athletics? - July 27

The guys discuss Colorado reportedly being set to move to the Big 12, why Arizona State should follow suit, the Sun Devils' quarterback competition and an impressive record set by a Sun Devil.   (29:49)
July 21, 2023

What is the Pac-12 doing? - July 21

The guys discuss Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff's ridiculous comments at Pac-12 football media day, Kenny Dillingham's NIL comments and ASU soccer player Gabi Rennie's success in the Women's World Cup.    (38:21)
July 12, 2023

Why is Arizona football out-recruiting Arizona State? - July 12

The guys discuss Arizona football landing 5-star Tucson defensive end Elijah Rushing, the Wildcats' recruiting class being 10 spots ahead of the Sun Devils according to 247 Sports, ASU's hiring practice for head coaches and ASU Hockey joining a powerhouse hockey conference.    (29:58)
July 3, 2023

ASU QB Trenton Bourguet joins the show! - July 3

Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and Mitch Vareldzis talk to Arizona State starting quarterback Trenton Bourguet, discuss if Bourguet should be the starter once the season starts and discuss why so many players have left Bobby Hurley's team.    (44:40)
June 1, 2023

Jake's final show - May 25

We say goodbye to Jake as he is heading to a new job. We also discuss the transfer news with the ASU football team and men's basketball team.    (19:29)
May 31, 2023

Ro Torrence talks ASU head coach Kenny Dillingham and the culture he's created

Arizona State corner Ro Torrence joins the show to talk about the offseason, graduating from college and his journey to get to this point.    (12:06)
April 15, 2023

Trenton Bourguet solidifies himself as QB1 after ASU spring game - April 15

The guys react to the first spring game of the Kenny Dillingham era. They discuss the quarterback competition, the play of the offensive and defensive lines and the energy of the team.     (13:35)
April 15, 2023

Dan Futrell, Pat Tillman Foundation CEO

Dan Futrell talks about the success of the 19th annual Pat's Run and what the foundation has in store for future years.   (12:38)
April 15, 2023

Kenny Dillingham, Arizona State football head coach

Kenny Dillingham gives his early takeaways from spring practices and looks ahead to what he expects from the annual spring game.   (10:37)
April 15, 2023

Arizona Sports Saturday State of the Sun Devils show

Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and Jake Anderson join Mitchell Vareldzis of Arizona Sports Saturday live from Sun Devil Stadium for ASU's annual spring game. The guys chat with head coach Kenny Dillin...   (01:06:15)
April 10, 2023

Jon Rahm has a green jacket and the ASU football spring game is on Saturday! - April 10

The guys discuss ASU alum Jon Rahm winning The Masters, what they want to see in ASU's spring game and the latest ASU men's basketball transfer news.    (18:47)
March 30, 2023

ASU football is changing its culture - March 30

The guys discuss how Kenny Dillingham is setting a new standard for the culture of the Arizona State football team in spring practice, Austin Nunez reportedly hitting the transfer portal and Bobby Hurley's comments about the state of Desert Financial Arena.    (38:30)
March 25, 2023

Could Jaden Rashada start at QB for ASU in 2023? - March 25

The guys are finally back together in-person as they get into the quarterback battle heating up in Arizona State football spring practice, Bobby Hurley's contract extension and DJ Horne transferring.    (46:00)
March 18, 2023

Disappointment in Denver - March 17

Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison break down ASU men's basketball's loss to TCU in the NCAA Tournament round of 64, discuss if this season was a success for the Sun Devils and where they would like to see the program go moving forward.    (29:02)
March 15, 2023

ASU thumps Nevada to advance to round of 64 REACTION! - March 15

ASU crushes Nevada in the First Four to move onto the round of 64 in the NCAA tournament. The Sun Devils will now face off against TCU. The show reacts to the big win!   (31:50)
March 12, 2023

ASU is headed to the NCAA Tournament REACTION! - March 12

Jeremy Schnell and Jesse Morrison react to Arizona State men's basketball being selected as one of 68 teams in the NCAA Tournament and preview the Sun Devils' First Four matchup with Nevada.    (17:08)
March 11, 2023

ASU firmly cements itself on the bubble heading into Selection Sunday - March 10

Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and big U of A guy Kellan Olson discuss ASU's 19-point loss to Arizona in the Pac-12 Men's Basketball Tournament semifinals and if it means the Sun Devils will be out of the NCAA Tournament.    (21:02)
March 10, 2023

Desmond Cambridge Jr. propels ASU into the last four in REACTION! - March 9

Jeremy Schnell and Jesse Morrison react to Desmond Cambridge Jr.'s fantastic performance against USC that propelled ASU into ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi's last four teams into the NCAA Tournament....   (16:17)
March 9, 2023

ASU moves on to second round of Pac-12 Tournament REACTION! - March 8

Jeremy Schnell and Jesse Morrison react to ASU beating Oregon State in the first round of the Pac-12 Men's Basketball Tournament and discuss what the Sun Devils need to do to beat USC in the second round.    (14:59)
March 7, 2023

How can the Sun Devils make the NCAA tournament? - Mar. 7

Jesse and Jeremy react to the Sun Devils' two brutal losses against UCLA and USC. The guys preview the PAC-12 tournament and what ASU needs to do in order to make the NCAA tournament. Jake gives his pick for the Oregon State game via proxy.    (30:17)
February 25, 2023

Miracle at McKale REACTION! - Feb. 25

The guys react to Desmond Cambridge Jr.'s buzzer-beater from beyond half court to beat No. 7 Arizona and discuss what it means for ASU men's basketball's tournament chances.    (35:37)
February 21, 2023

Bobby Hurley joins the show! - Feb. 21

On the latest edition of the show, the guys talk to ASU men's basketball head coach Bobby Hurley about the team's upcoming matchup at No. 7 Arizona, if he feels like the team's remaining three games are must-wins and the squad's NCAA Tournament chances.    (11:03)
February 15, 2023

Tillman scholar and Super Bowl LVII honorary captain HyeJung Park joins the show - Feb. 15

The guys open the show by talking to Tillman Scholar and Super Bowl LVII honorary captain HyeJung Park about her experience at the game, then they get into ASU men's basketball's continued life on the...   (52:43)
February 5, 2023

Another crucial loss for ASU men’s hoops - Feb. 4

The guys react to ASU’s 75-70 loss to Oregon and discuss what the defeat means to the Sun Devils’ NCAA Tournament chances.   (12:04)
February 2, 2023

4-star QB recruit Jaden Rashada signs with ASU football REACTION - Feb. 2

The guys react to Jaden Rashada signing with ASU and preview some must-win games for the ASU men's hoops team.    (48:43)
January 25, 2023

Why is DJ Horne struggling? - Jan. 25

The guys discuss why ASU guard DJ Horne is struggling and look ahead to this weekend's men's basketball games at Washington and Washington State.   (33:06)
January 22, 2023

Is ASU going to Dayton, AGAIN? - Jan. 21

The guys react to ASU men's basketball losing to USC and discuss the Sun Devils' path to the NCAA Tournament.   (16:29)
January 20, 2023

Almost, but not quite - Jan. 19

The guys react to ASU MBB faltering down the stretch and falling 74-62 to No. 5 UCLA.    (15:13)
January 17, 2023

Arizona State men’s basketball needs best performance against UCLA - Jan. 17

The guys recap the Sun Devils' two wins in Oregon and look ahead to the team taking on No. 5 UCLA.    (25:37)
January 4, 2023

Why did Connor Soelle enter the transfer portal? - Jan. 4

The guys discuss ASU linebacker Connor Soelle entering the transfer portal and look ahead to this weekend's ASU basketball games.    (37:21)
December 31, 2022

ASU loses 69-60 to Arizona REACTION - Dec. 31

The guys react to ASU men's basketball's loss to No. 5 Arizona and discuss how the second half made them still feel good about this Sun Devil team.    (19:49)
December 27, 2022

Can Arizona State basketball upset Arizona/Kellan Olson joins the show - Dec. 27

The guys discuss if the Arizona State basketball program can upset the No. 5 Arizona men and No. 18 Arizona women this week and get big U of A guy Kellan Olson's thoughts on both matchups.    (54:52)
December 22, 2022

Well, that wasn't fun - Dec. 22

The guys discuss the trouncing ASU men's hoops took against San Francisco and give an early update on ASU football's quarterback situation going into 2023.    (42:04)
December 15, 2022

Can ASU men's hoops win the Pac-12? - Dec. 15

The guys debate whether or not the 10-1 ASU men's basketball team can win the Pac-12 and discuss the latest transfer portal news surrounding ASU football under new head coach Kenny Dillingham. Also stay tuned as the guys debut a new game involving ASU football.     (51:42)
December 7, 2022

Arizona State head football coach Kenny Dillingham joins the show - Dec. 7

The guys talk to new Arizona State head football coach Kenny Dillingham about his recruiting strategy, offensive mindset and what he deems success to be in early in his tenure.    (10:03)
November 27, 2022

Arizona State hires Kenny Dillingham as head football coach REACTION - Nov. 27

The guys react to Kenny Dillingham being hired as ASU football coach and predict the amount of success he will have.    (25:14)
November 25, 2022

Arizona State loses its first Territorial Cup since 2016 REACTION - Nov. 25

The guys react to ASU's 38-35 loss to Arizona and what a 3-9 season means for the program.   (11:14)
November 23, 2022

The Duel in the Desert is upon us - Nov. 23

The guys preview this year's Territorial Cup, talk to Arizona sports lead editor and Arizona alum Kevin Zimmerman to get a Wildcat perspective on the game and discuss the Legends Classic victory for ASU men's basketball over a ranked Michigan squad.   (01:00:05)
November 19, 2022

ASU gets stomped on senior day - Nov. 19

The guys discuss ASU’s 31-7 blowout loss to No. 23 Oregon State on Saturday and look ahead to the Territorial Cup.    (20:50)
November 15, 2022

What should ASU look for in its next football coach? - Nov. 15

The guys discuss who ASU should look for in its next head football coach, if Arizona recruiting really matters, the upcoming Oregon State game and men's basketball's collapse against Texas Southern.    (42:18)
November 12, 2022

No bowl game for ASU - Nov. 12

ASU fails to become bowl eligable for the first time since 2016. The guys discuss what this means for the future of Shaun Aguano.    (18:53)
November 10, 2022

Can ASU stop the run against WSU? - Nov. 10

The guys preview ASU football’s matchup with Washington State and the challenges it poses for the Sun Devils.   (29:40)
November 7, 2022

Can Marcus Bagley help lead ASU to unexpected heights? - Nov. 7

The guys preview the men's and women's basketball season ahead of their first games.    (53:57)
November 6, 2022

ASU fans leave early as Sun Devils fall to UCLA 50-36 - Nov. 5

The guys react to ASU falling to 3-6 with a loss to UCLA and Jesse rants about the lack of support the program gets from the fanbase.   (22:22)
November 4, 2022

Tim Healey helps preview matchup against No. 12 UCLA - Oct. 4

Tim Healey joins the guys to talk about QB Trenton Bourguet, Glen Thomas and what ASU needs to do to beat No. 12 UCLA.   (32:41)
October 29, 2022

It's Trenton Time! - Oct. 29

The guys react to Trenton Bourguet's amazing performance against Colorado and the first game of play calling by Shaun Aguano.    (19:06)
October 27, 2022

Is ASU putting up a smoke screen? - Oct. 27

The guys discuss if ASU is putting up a smoke screen as to who will start at quarterback Saturday and they preview the game at Colorado.   (26:40)
October 22, 2022

It's time to go with Trenton Bourguet full-time - Oct. 22

The guys react to ASU football's 15-14 loss to Stanford and discuss why the Sun Devils need to go with Trenton Bourguet at quarterback moving forward.   (19:06)
October 21, 2022

Are we ok with Emory Jones starting against Stanford? - Oct. 21

The guys debate whether ASU is making a good decision starting Emory Jones instead of Trenton Bourguet against Stanford and preview the game against the Cardinal.    (39:30)
October 14, 2022

Would Matt Rhule be a good fit at ASU? - Oct. 14

On the bye week edition of State of the Sun Devils, the guys discuss if recently unemployed Matt Rhule could work as ASU's next head football coach, Emory Jones being back at practice and if it means ...   (25:40)
October 8, 2022

ASU upsets No. 21 Washington REACTION! - Oct. 8

The guys react to ASU football’s shocking 45-38 win over No. 21 Washington and ask if Trenton Bourguet should be the starting quarterback moving forward.    (20:50)
October 6, 2022

Jaelen Strong talks Jael Mary and the direction of ASU football - Oct. 6

Sun Devil legend Jaelen Strong joins the show to talk about the 8-year anniversary of the Jael Mary and then he shares his thoughts on the direction of the ASU football program. The guys then preview ASU football vs. No. 21 Washington.   (39:22)
October 1, 2022

ASU football loses 42-25 to No. 6 USC reaction - Oct. 1

The Sun Devils lost again but the guys found some positives.    (26:27)
September 29, 2022

Do we believe in Shaun Aguano? - Sept. 29

The guys react to some sound from ASU football interim head coach Shaun Aguano that has Jesse believing he may be the coach of the future and they preview Saturday’s game at No. 6 USC with Reign of Troy site expert Evan Desai.    (41:03)
September 25, 2022

Will ASU football win another game this season? - Sept. 24

The guys break down what they saw out of ASU football in its 34-13 loss to No. 13 Utah on Saturday in interim head coach Shaun Aguano's debut.    (16:57)
September 22, 2022

What should we expect from Shaun Aguano's Sun Devils? - Sept. 22

Jake Anderson, Jeremy Schnell and Jesse Morrison preview the first game under interim head coach Shaun Aguano against Utah. They talk to Alex Markham, publisher of UteNation to get some insight on the Utah team as well. Follow us on Twitter @AZSportsDevils.    (30:52)
September 18, 2022

Herm Edwards out as ASU football coach reaction - Sept. 18

The guys react to Herm Edwards "relinquishing duties" as Arizona State football coach.   (14:43)
September 18, 2022

ASU football loses shocker to Eastern Michigan reaction - Sept. 17

The guys react to ASU's embarrassing loss to MAC school Eastern Michigan.    (12:45)
September 13, 2022

What can we gauge about ASU football from the upcoming Eastern Michigan game? - Sept. 13

The guys preview and predict ASU football vs. Eastern Michigan and react to some big news coming out of the men's golf program and the basketball programs.    (33:33)
September 10, 2022

ASU loses to No. 11 Oklahoma State 34-17 reaction - Sept. 10

Jeremy Schnell, Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison react to ASU football's 34-17 loss to Oklahoma State. They discuss ASU's penalty issue popping back up, the play of quarterback Emory Jones and the performance from the Sun Devils' secondary.    (18:08)
September 8, 2022

How can ASU beat Oklahoma State? - Sept. 8

On this episode of State of the Sun Devils, the guys talk to Scott Wright of the Oklahoman about what ASU can expect from the Cowboys on Saturday. Audio courtesy Sun Devil Source.   (30:52)
September 2, 2022

ASU defeats NAU 40-3 reaction! - Sept. 1

Jeremy Schnell, Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison react to ASU football's season-opening win over Northern Arizona, the play of new quarterback Emory Jones in the game and the 267 yards the Sun Devils gained on the ground.    (15:58)
August 25, 2022

ASU Football season preview - Aug. 25

The State of the Sun Devils crew talks with Sun Devil Football radio pregame host Jeff Munn about expectations for the season. The guys also go game by game to break down the schedule.   (50:02)
August 18, 2022

Emory Jones named starting QB - Aug. 18

On an emergency edition of State of the Sun Devils, Jeremy Schnell, Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison talk about Emory Jones being named the starting QB for ASU.    (22:10)
August 16, 2022

ASU TE Messiah Swinson - Aug. 16

The guys are joined by ASU TE Messiah Swinson this week. He talks about the offense, his father playing in the NFL and why he chose Tempe.    (37:50)
August 9, 2022

Run the ball! - Aug. 9

On the third episode of State of the Sun Devils, Jeremy Schnell, Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison promote the Sun Devils running the ball this season due to Herm Edwards saying the team was dropping p...   (32:16)
August 1, 2022

What's the identity of the ASU football team? - Aug. 1

On the second episode of State of the Sun Devils, Jeremy Schnell, Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison react to ASU football coaches media day, the quarterback competition being confirmed and what Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff had to say about conference expansion on Friday.    (32:24)
July 27, 2022

What's next for the Pac-12? - July 27

On the first episode of State of the Sun Devils, Jeremy Schnell, Jake Anderson and Jesse Morrison discuss UCLA and USC leaving the PAC-12. They also talk about the Sun Devil football program and what we should expect from the offense.    (31:45)