Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt Out Against Cincinnati

Arizona State freshman quarterback Sam Leavitt has been ruled out for this weekend's game against Cincinnati due to a fractured rib sustained during last week's victory over Utah. Senior transfer Jeff Sims is set to start in Leavitt's place, having completed one of two passes for 13 yards and rushed for a touchdown in relief against Utah. Leavitt expressed disappointment over not being able to play, emphasizing his desire to support his teammates. Sims brings significant experience, having previously played at Georgia Tech and Nebraska, where he amassed 4,759 passing yards and 1,372 rushing yards in his college career. As ASU leans on its running game, facing a Cincinnati defense that allows an average of 164.8 rushing yards per game, the game is crucial for both teams, with ASU boasting a 5-1 record against Cincinnati's 4-2. The matchup kicks off at noon local time, 9 a.m. in Arizona.