The Arizona State roster will have a much different look than in recent years. Between a talented returning core and a host of newcomers, the fate of ASU's 2026 season will hinge on some key Sun Devils. As we kick off our 16th season of the show, Brad Denny and Joe Healey count down their rankings of the 10 most important (non-quarterback) players for 2026. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast

Life can change in an instant. Just a week out from the 2024 season opener Arizona State offensive tackle Jalen Klemm suffered a stroke, immediately posing questions about his future. But with a tremendous outpouring of support and a resilient nature, Jalen put in the hard work to make a full recovery and a return to football. He's now poised to battle for a starting job this season. He opens up on the rehabilitation process, how he hopes his story inspires others, the competition for a starting job, and more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast 

Home is where the Sun Devils are. Following his career as an All-Big 12 center, Leif Fautanu has returned to Tempe to begin a promising coaching career. The twist? The former offensive lineman is now working with ASU's defensive line. The Sun Devil legend discusses his new chapter as a coach, reminisces about his Sun Devil career, and looks ahead to what to expect in the trenches this fall. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast 

The 2026 Arizona State defensive line will have a new look. While a few key players like C.J. Fite and Clayton Smith return, several newcomers have joined the Sun Devils in the trenches. ASU defensive line coach Diron Reynolds joins the show to give in-depth insight to the 2026 group of defensive linemen, the keys to the program's culture, his growth as a coach, and much more.

From hunter to hunted and now back to hunter? While 2026's Big 12 Media Day had a different feel for the Sun Devils than a year ago, ASU's contigent still provided plenty of insight into the program. Joined by 3TV & CBS 5 reporter Griffin DeMarrais, we break down the major takeaways from the day's events. Plus, hear from ASU head coach Kenny Dillingham.

Death. Taxes. Arizona State having a wildly productive running back under Shaun Aguano. The longest-tenured member of ASU football's coaching staff, Aguano again led a successful rushing attack for the Sun Devils despite injuries hitting the backfield. With a loaded and talented depth chart that includes Kyson Brown, Marquis Gillis, Jason Brown, Demarius Robinson, Cardae Mack, David Avit, and Grayson Rigdon, ASU figures to once again be a force on the ground. On this episode, we break down each running back, employing multiple-back sets this season, how the workload may be distributed this fall, and more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast

Arizona State will have a new look to its offense in 2026. The quarterback battle between Cutter Boley, Mikey Keene, Cam Dyer, and Jake Fette will take center stage, but depth at running back, wide receiver, tight end, and all across the offensive line will bring intrigue. Offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo goes in-depth on the quarterbacks and position battles, QB development, program culture, Kenny Dillingham's increased role with the offense, and much more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast

As the temps heat up, the Sun Devils' recruiting stays hot. After a flurry of new commitments and a fresh batch of Golden Tickets, we examine ASU football's recruiting run, in both a local and national view from DevilsDigest.com reporter Adam Beadle (12:20) and Brandon Huffman, the National Recruiting Analyst for Rivals and On3 (32:37). Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast 

Bryan Carrington is one of the coaching industry's fastest-rising stars. Since arriving in Tempe, he's made a name for himself as an elite recruiter and developer of cornerbacks. This season, he's moved into a new role: Assistant head coach and defensive passing game coordinator, allowing him oversight of the secondary while adding higher-level responsibilities. On this episode, we take a deep dive into his new position, the makeup of the secondary, recruiting in the NIL era, the keys to maintaining program culture, and more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast 

Everything starts up front, and for ASU offensive line coach Saga Tuitele, that includes a new look in the trenches in 2026. After fielding veteran units over the last two seasons, the Sun Devils will have some new faces along the line this fall. On this episode, we discuss the 2026 offensive linemen, the program's culture, keys to trench development, the best hoopers on the team, and more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast