Quarterback Sam Leavitt’s season came to an unexpected halt following the announcement of his need for season-ending foot surgery. Reports from Pete Nakos of On3 suggest that this injury may also mark the end of his tenure at Arizona State.
Leavitt, who initially made his mark at Michigan State, found new opportunities with the Arizona State Sun Devils, where head coach Kenny Dillingham has successfully revitalized the team’s performance as they transition into the Big 12. In his 20 games with the Sun Devils, Leavitt impressed fans and scouts alike by passing for 4,513 yards, accumulating 34 touchdowns against just nine interceptions, while completing 61.3% of his attempts.
Given this strong performance, Leavitt’s camp is expected to seek a significant offer as he considers his options this offseason, and there will likely be numerous teams interested in enhancing their quarterback situation or replacing current starters.
Despite the setback with Leavitt’s injury, the Sun Devils remain competitive and are still in contention for the Big 12 championship. However, they will need some assistance from other teams, as Texas Tech and BYU hold the keys to their fate. The possibility of a rematch between these two formidable Big 12 teams looms, reminiscent of last season when the Sun Devils clinched the Big 12 title in their inaugural year in the conference and advanced to the College Football Playoff.
Leavitt’s future in college football appears bright, with many teams eager to court the former four-star recruit from Oregon. His track record and abilities on the field may set the stage for an exciting offseason.