Speak Of The Devils

And...Kalen Ballage just scored another touchdown. Just in time for the new Speak of the Devils. We begin with a look back at the wild win over Texas Tech. From Ballage's barrage, to Manny's breakout, to defensive questions, we break it all down. We're then joined by House of Sparky writer Kaelen Jones, who gives us an expert analysis of the Sparky formation and what made it so successful. Then, we're joined by ASU running backs coach John Simon to discuss Ballage's run at history, his dynamic duo, and what to expect on the ground moving forward. After an insightful Sun Devil Stock Report, we look ahead to Friday's battle against UTSA. Roadrunner insider Mike Craven gives us an overview of what UTSA will bring to the game, and we finish with our game preview and predictions. 

It's good to be 1-0, but things get a lot tougher for the Sun Devils this week. Good thing you have Speak of the Devils handy. We begin with our analysis of Arizona State's 44-13 win over NAU. Some fans are feeling good, others think it's a bad omen. We cut through the smoke to find the truths. We're then joined by ASU legend, and new sideline reporter, Derek Hagan. He gives his takes on what he saw from ASU's new-look offense and what adjustments must be made going forward. Then it's time to buy or sell some hot stocks on the Sun Devil Stock Report before we are joined by ASU secondary coach T.J. Rushing. He breaks down how the Sun Devils will try to stop the Red Raider attack and which young DBs are standing out so far. We wrap up with our preview of Saturday's big game. Chris Level of RedRaiderSports.com gives us an insider's look at what Texas Tech will bring to Tempe, and Brad and Joe give their keys to the game and fearless score predictions. 

It's here! GAME WEEK. Speak of the Devils goes all out during our in-depth preview of Arizona State's season opener against NAU. After a look at the latest news, we talk with ASU assistant linebacker coach Chans Cox. The former linebacker talks about how injuries ended his playing career and how he was able to stay with the team and transition into a coaching role. Next up, it's Buy or Sell time on the Sun Devil Stock Report before we talk with ASU DT Tashon Smallwood and WR Tim White.  Then we go behind enemy lines...with a familiar face. We catch up with former ASU wide receiver and current NAU receivers coach Aaron Pflugrad on his best Sun Devil memories and how the Lumberjack passing game is stacking up. We also hear from NAU play-by-play announcer Mitch Strohman, who returns to break down the Xs and Os of the 'Jacks. We wrap with our in-depth game preview, keys to victory, and our fearless game predictions.

Are you ready for some football? Of course you are. The Speak of the Devils season preview special gets your ready for this critical 2016 season. Brad Denny and Joe Healey are joined in studio by Hod Rabino of DevilsDigest.com and Ralph Amsden of Rivals.com. The in-depth discussion hits several key points, including the impact of expectations, positions battles, breakout candidates, areas of strength and weakness, the impact of newcomers, and more.  Finally, it's time for a set-it-in-stone (please don't) season preview version of the Sun Devil Stock Report, where the group buys or sells several key points surrounding how this season will take shape.

Just a few more weeks, folks... To tide you over, Speak of the Devils brings you an unmatched lineup of guests live from ASU's Media Day.  The Lineup (and time index) Defensive Coordinator Keith Patterson (2:50) RB Kalen Ballage (16:15) CB Kareem Orr (24:32) K Zane Gonzalez (28:59) LB Christian Sam (35:15) Offensive Coordinator Chip Lindsey (39:27) QB Manny Wilkins (49:05) DL JoJo Wicker (57:22) WR Tim White (105:13) RB Demario Richard (113:52) Head Coach Todd Graham (122:50)

Even an abbreviated Speak of the Devils is still the best ASU show around. We kickoff the mini-episode with a look at the transfer rumors swirling around QB Bryce Perkins, and talk with Ralph Amsden of DevilsDigest.com  Then it's a series of interviews with some prominent Sun Devils looking to make their mark in fall camp. First up, it's an honest and candid talk with TE Kody Kohl. Next up, QB Dillon Sterling-Cole talks about his first weeks at ASU and the quarterback battle. LB Marcus Ball discusses the setbacks he's battled in his career and how he's looking to contribute. Finally, CB/RB Gump Hayes shares his thoughts on his disappointing debut year and how he's working to be a two-way star.

It's almost here! Sun Devil football starts this week with a trip up to Camp Tontozona, and we get you dialed in with our fall camp preview. But first we catch you up on the latest news, including a major transfer #Boom that landed Arizona State a speedy new weapon. That weapon, former Texas Longhorn WR Ryan Newsome, joins us to explain why ASU was the right place for him and what he'll bring to the field in 2017. Then it's time to get ready for camp. We take a position-by-position look at the team and discuss the top position battles, storylines, and breakout candidates. We're also joined by a trio of potential stars in QB Bryce Perkins, WR Jalen Harvey, and OLB Jalen Bates as they tell fans what they could bring to the field in 2016. We wrap up with a visit from DevilsDigest.com's Hod Rabino, to get the latest notes from the recruiting trail and his thoughts on what to look for during fall camp.

It's so close. Can you feel it? FOOTBALL is nigh. As we unofficially kick off our sixth season, we take our annual preview of the Sun Devils through a national and Pac-12 lens. First off, we take a look at a commonly held belief among fans: ASU does better when expectations are lower. Joe brings some hard data to this anecdotal fight. Next up, we're joined by Kaelen Jones of House of Sparky to hear his experiences from Pac-12 Media Day and get his thoughts on the Sun Devils, RichRod, and the Pac-12 title race. Then it's time to buy or sell the major storylines around the Pac-12 on a special conference version of the Sun Devil Stock Report. We then welcome back ESPN SportsCenter anchor and ASU alum Matt Barrie to get his thoughts on Todd Graham's job security, the quarterback battle, and how ASU stacks up against their division rivals. HOT TAKE ALERT: Brad and Joe then dish out their Pac-12 season predictions on a wide range of topics. Some are even bound to be right! We wrap up with a talk with the legendary

The fence is going up around the state. ASU received an unprecedented trio of commitments from powerhouse Saguaro High School, and Speak of the Devils is here to break it all down like no one can. After a look at the latest news, we're joined by Rivals.com analyst Ralph Amsden, who gives us an in-depth look at the three players, what they bring to the program, and who else may soon be joining them in Tempe. We then talk to the three players themselves: LB Kyle Soelle, TE Jared Poplawski, and OL Corey Stephens. They tell us why they picked ASU, what they bring to the field, and how they're now working to convince other local stars to join them. Finally, former Saguaro and ASU star—and current Saguaro coach—Kyle Caldwell returns to discuss the improvement the Sun Devils have made in local recruiting, and why "staying true" is such a special thing.

Good things come to those who wait, and Speak of the Devils is back after a little offseason break. Brad Denny and Joe Healey are joined in-studio by special guests Ralph Amsden and Hod Rabino of DevilsDigest.com and Rivals.com. They kick things off with a breakdown of some early announced game times, and a detailed analysis of some recent additions to ASU's 2016 recruiting class, including who should make an early impact. Up next is Brad's interview with new Sun Devil quarterback Dillon Sterling-Cole. The talented Texan shares his thoughts on picking ASU, how Texas high school ball is unlike anything else, and why he thinks he has a chance to win the starting job. Then it's the main event, an in-depth roundtable breakdown of what to expect from this 2016 season. What are the top reasons for optimism? Biggest concerns? X-factors? Realistic win total? There is much to discuss and many bold predictions to make.

Where do we go from here? Arizona State's spring practices have wrapped up, but the big question remains: Who will be the next Sun Devil starting quarterback? In the season finale of Hard Count: The Devils' Decision, I take an in-depth examination of the key pieces of evidence we can take from the last 15 practices. We hear from head coach Todd Graham, offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey, as well as quarterbacks Manny Wilkins, Brady White, and Bryce Perkins. I also bring in a panel of experts—Hod Rabino, Nick Krueger, and Fabian Ardaya—to get their thoughts on what we've seen, what it means, and who will take that first snap against NAU on Sept. 3

There's no place like home.  Arizona State may not have to look far for their next starting quarterback. Bryce Perkins comes from a talented football family and is looking to he turn his incredible talents into the Sun Devils' starting job.  The Sun Devil legacy has no shortage of support as the Valley community is rallying behind him. Will it be enough?

Arizona State has a long history of outstanding quarterbacks, but perhaps none have come to Tempe with the pedigree of Brady White. In episode 4 of Hard Count: The Devils' Decision, we take a detailed and in-depth look at what White, the highest-rated quarterback recruit in Sun Devil history. He brings a wealth of talent to the program, but will that be enough to win him Arizona State's starting quarterback job?

"I'm eager, I'm anxious, and I'm hungry." Playing quarterback at the collegiate level can be incredibly daunting, but it's nothing compared to what Arizona State's Manny Wilkins has already faced through his young life. A troubled childhood led to an adolescence that nearly derailed everything, before the love of his family and a newfound resolved put him on the path to success. In episode three of Hard Count: The Devils' Decision, Wilkins opens up about the obstacles he has overcome, we hear from the uncle and father figure who turned it all around, his teammates explain just what that special something he has actually is, and expert writers weigh in on his chances in winning ASU's starting quarterback job.

In the Hard Count series premiere, we set the stage for Arizona State's quarterback battle. Now, we take an in-depth look at the newcomer who will be calling all the shots. Chip Lindsey is the new Sun Devil offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, and he has some pretty big shoes to fill. In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey to examine how his offensive scheme and playcalling philosophy developed, how he has become an effective mentor of quarterbacks, and what things will be most crucial to winning ASU's three-man battle. We also get excellent insight from record-setting Southern Mississippi quarterback and Lindsey pupil Nick Mullens, as well as USM beat writer Jason Munz. You won't find a more comprehensive overview of what to expect from ASU's newest offensive general.

On the heels of a disappointing season, several key departures, and significant coaching turnover, the Sun Devils head into 2016 facing several questions. However, none are larger than: Who will be the quarterback? Welcome to Hard Count: The Devils' Decision, a new audio documentary series that will tackle this question head on and in greater depth than anywhere you will find. In episode one, we'll examine the current situation, hear from former ASU starting quarterbacks on what it takes to be successful, how best to handle a high-pressure position battle, and look back at the 2012 competition to learn some key lessons moving forward. Stay tuned for episode two, when we'll find out about what new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey will bring to the program, both as a playcaller and a mentor of the young quarterbacks.

It's one of the most important days of the college football year: National Signing Day. It's here. Now. On the new Speak of the Devils, we take an in-depth examination of ASU's 2016 class...and how it very well may not be complete. To get the most detailed analysis possible, we bring in Hod Rabino and Ralph Amsden of DevilsDigest.com & Rivals.com to get their expert takes. We also take a recruit-by-recruit look at what exactly the Sun Devils are getting with these new additions.

It's the #BOOM homestretch, and Speak of the Devils is here to break down all the madness. We kick off the show with a review of all the coaching staff changes—and near-changes—that have happened on the Sun Devil sideline. We're then joined by Hod Rabino (18:10) of DevilsDigest.com to get expert insight into where ASU's 2016 class currently stands and which high-priority targets could join the group on Signing Day. Next up, we talk with two of the current members of the class. Four-star Devilbacker Dougladson Subtyl (45:23) discusses his journey to the U.S. and how he fits into the ASU defense, while Michael Sleep-Dalton (50:35) breaks down how he is striving to be the next in a long line of excellent Australian punters. We then dive into our review of where ASU's class sits right now, who the top ASU targets are, what they could bring, and whether the Sun Devils can seal the deal. Finally, we are joined by Joe Cajic of Sun Devil Family Charities to tell us about Cornhole Bowl III and the amazing work they do

It's a late holiday gift with a new episode of Speak of the Devils. We begin with a look at the news and a breakdown of the eight new Sun Devils signees who come in as midyear transfers. We then chat with ASU running back Demario Richard and linebacker Christian Sam to get their thoughts on the season-to-date, the keys to a bowl win, and what they're doing to get ready for 2016. Then it's on to our Cactus Bowl preview. Guest correspondent Tim Healey chats with ASU defensive coordinator Keith Patterson about the keys to slowing down the West Virginia attack, and we then talk with WVU insider Greg Madia about what to expect on Saturday. We wrap up with our detailed keys to the game.

It may be the bowl break, but there's no shortage to discuss on the new Speak of the Devils. We open with a breakdown of the big story: Mike Norvell's departure to Memphis. We talk with insider Hod Rabino of DevilsDigest.com to find out what is going on during the search for a new offensive coordinator and who are the names to watch.  How will Norvell's departure impact the future? Good point. We talk with ASU's talented freshmen quarterbacks Bryce Perkins and Brady White to get their reaction. Then it's time to go bowling as we take an early look at ASU's Cactus Bowl date with West Virginia, before we check the stars and mostly snubs of the official All-Pac-12 teams. Next up is a talk with wide receiver D.J. Foster. The senior shares his thoughts on Norvell's departure, what went right and wrong in 2015, and his favorite memories of his career. We wrap up with our 5th Annual Speak of the Devils Awards Spectacular. See who took home the hardware—both good and bad—as Brad and Joe make their year-end picks.