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Arizona State set to name starting quarterback before season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:38 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Arizona State set to name starting quarterback before season opener

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The Arizona State Sun Devils are finalizing their starting quarterback decision ahead of the September 5 season opener. Head coach Kenny Dillingham is under pressure to replace Sam Leavitt, with Cutter Boley and Mikey Keene as the leading candidates. Boley, a Kentucky transfer, is favored despite turnover concerns, while Keene offers veteran experience. Dillingham has emphasized the importance of ball security and distributing the football within a talented skill position group. The competition is proving beneficial for team dynamics and will soon come to a head as the opener approaches.

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•Arizona State will decide on its starting QB in the coming days.
•Cutter Boley is emerging as the frontrunner over Mikey Keene.
•The season opener is set for September 5.
•Team dynamics have improved due to healthy competition for the QB spot.
•Dillingham prioritizes limiting turnovers and effective distribution of the ball.

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The Arizona State Sun Devils are entering the 2026 season with designs of winning another Big 12 title.Head coach Kenny Dillingham is also facing pressure to replace Sam Leavitt in a sufficient manner.A decision appears to be looming in finding Leavitt’s successor – just two weeks ahead of the September 5 season opener. Chris Karpman […] The post Arizona State Starting Quarterback Decision is Imminent appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 11:38 PM
Arizona State Starting Quarterback Decision is Imminent
The Arizona State Sun Devils are entering the 2026 season with designs of winning another Big 12 title.Head coach Kenny Dillingham is also facing pressure to replace Sam Leavitt in a sufficient manner.A decision appears to be looming in finding Leavitt’s successor – just two weeks ahead of the September 5 season opener. Chris Karpman […] The post Arizona State Starting Quarterback Decision is Imminent appeared first on HEAVY.

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