The Arizona State Sun Devils football team is set to face off against the Utah Utes on Friday, October 11, as part of their 2024 schedule. The game will take place at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.
Fans can follow live updates during the game, which is part of Week 7 of the Big 12 Conference, including score updates, news, notes, and analysis as the Sun Devils look to improve their season record.
Arizona State heads into this matchup with a 4-1 overall record and a 1-1 mark in Big 12 play, following a victory against Kansas last week, where they won 35-31. Utah, also 4-1 and 1-1 in the conference, had a bye week in Week 6 after losing to Arizona in Week 5, 23-10.
In the second quarter of the game, Arizona State leads Utah 13-6. However, the Sun Devils’ offense faced challenges as they were unable to capitalize on consecutive possessions, managing only 18 yards on a series of plays before having to punt.
In a critical moment, ASU’s defense made a significant play by intercepting a pass from Utah quarterback Cam Rising, ending a promising drive for the Utes and marking ASU’s first takeaway of the game after a nine-quarter drought without one.
In another development, ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt had to leave the game after sustaining an injury, potentially impacting the Sun Devils’ offense significantly.
The game continued with ups and downs for both teams. Arizona State managed to tie and then take the lead against Utah, showcasing strong defensive efforts throughout the first half.
At the end of the first quarter, the teams were tied 6-6. Despite Arizona State outgaining Utah in total yards, turnovers played a crucial role in the tight matchup.
Arizona State’s defensive unit has been under pressure, especially with several players, including Keyshaun Elliott and Clayton Smith, sidelined due to targeting calls from the previous game.
The historical context of this matchup shows Utah has dominated Arizona State in recent years, winning the last four games in the series. This game marks their first meeting as members of the Big 12, giving the winner bragging rights in their new conference rivalry.
The stakes are high for both teams, as fans cheer on from the stands, clad in black despite Arizona State opting for maroon jerseys for this “blackout” game. The game is available for viewing at 7:30 p.m. MST on ESPN, as both teams aim to secure a crucial victory in their conference campaigns.