Arizona State drops in ESPN future rankings while Arizona improves

The Arizona State football program has fallen to No. 27 in ESPN's College Football Future Power Rankings through 2027, down from No. 12 a year prior. In contrast, the Arizona Wildcats have moved up to No. 32, rising from No. 64 last year. The rankings reflect evaluations of various program aspects, including quarterback situation and roster management. Arizona State’s new starting quarterback is expected to be Cutter Boley, while Arizona's rise is attributed in part to senior quarterback Noah Fifita's performance. Both programs face tough competition in the Big 12 over the next two years.

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