Episode 393 - What We Learned from Spring Practice

We kick off the show with a look at the imminent hire of a new athletic director and a rundown of the newest Sun Devil football players and how they fit into a now completed roster. Then we dive into baseball's recent turnaround and discuss whether it will be enough with DevilDigest.com reporter Scott Sandulli (31:25). Finally, we catch up with 2025 commit Dajon Hinton about why he picked his hometown Devils and how he can become the part of a local turnaround (55:08).

Spring ball is officially in the books. Let's talk about it. Joined in studio by Hod Rabino and Caleb Campero of DevilsDigest.com, we examine the winners, losers, and remaining questions from spring. Plus, we hear from QB Sam Leavitt (1:52:19) after his spring game performance.

The final practice before the spring game is in the books. Get a recap of a light day of action, then hear from a pair of Purdue transfers who have contributed along the defensive line, tackle J.P. Deeter and end Roman Pitre.

The final week of spring practices began with a physical practice punctuated by some big defensive turnovers. Get a recap of the key developments, plus hear from WR Derek Eusebio, OL Sean Na'a, and RB George Hart III.

One year can change everything. Such was the case with Dashaun Mallory. After several years at Michigan State, Dashaun came to Arizona State and flourished. Lifted up by the confidence the staff had in him, he became a key contributor along the defensive line for the Sun Devils and a key leader in the locker room. As he prepares for the NFL, Dashaun reflects on his journey, the growth he had in Tempe, his appreciation for the smaller moments, and much more.

Four down, one to go. ASU wrapped up their fourth week of spring ball with what Kenny Dillingham called the best practice of the spring. Get a full recap of the action, learn who Dillingham said would start at QB if the season ended today, hear from DE Clayton Smith, CB Rodney Bimage, and C Leif Fautanu, and get analysis on the spring's stars and remaining to do lists from DevilsDigest.com's Caleb Campero and Scott Sandulli.

After nearly three years of the NCAA investigation, the penalties for ASU have been announced. Well, some of them. With guest Ralph Amsden, we break down the penalties so far, their impact now and moving forward, who's to blame, and what's next.

There's never a dull moment in Tempe. We are joined by Hod Rabino of DevilsDigest.com to break down the news of Jaden Rashada's decision to enter the transfer portal and what it means for the Sun Devils.

After a run of intense practices, the Devils ramped things down a little bit on a hot Thursday morning. Get a recap of the day's action, plus hear from safety Shamari Simmons and wide receiver Korbin Hendrix.

A notable return, a marquee hire, and position battles heating up. Week 3 of ASU's spring practice held a lot. After a look at the news, hear from new ASU wide receivers coach and Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward (11:18). Then after a chat with ASU's newest 2025 commit Xavier Skowron (35:39), we recap the latest moves and developments from spring practices. We also hear from Sun Devil WR Coben Bourguet (56:14), cornerback Laterrance Welch (1:04:41), and defensive end Ramar Williams (1:08:18).