TEMPE — In an eventful start to the game against Houston, Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt briefly left the field after experiencing a hard fall following a run on his opening drive. Despite the scare, Leavitt returned to the game before the end of the first quarter.
The incident occurred while Leavitt was attempting to convert a critical third-and-16, but he fell short by two yards after being tackled. He remained on the field for some time before heading to the medical tent and later to the locker room for evaluation. In his absence, Jeff Sims stepped in and successfully converted a fourth down with a quarterback keeper, leading to a missed field goal attempt by ASU.
Fortunately for the Sun Devils, Leavitt made a swift return for their second drive. This matchup was particularly challenging as ASU was already missing star receiver Jordyn Tyson while facing a formidable Houston team with just one loss.
Leavitt’s presence is crucial for the Sun Devils, especially considering he had missed the previous game against Utah due to a foot injury. His quick recovery and return to the field underline his resilience and the team’s hopes for a strong performance in the ongoing season. Fans can keep up with the ASU-Houston matchup on 620 AM and through the Arizona Sports app.