No. 12 Arizona State Prepares for Mississippi State Road Test

The 12th-ranked Arizona State Sun Devils are preparing for their upcoming road game against Mississippi State, aiming for their first-ever SEC road victory. Head coach Kenny Dillingham and offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo highlight the versatile running back trio, including Kyson Brown, who has shown a blend of power and receiving skills, and promising newcomers like Jaren Hamilton and Raleek Brown. Arizona State seeks to replicate its previous season's success, where they dominated Mississippi State with a strong rushing attack and ball control, despite some struggles such as penalties and third-down conversions. Mississippi State enters the game with quarterback Blake Shapen returning from a previous injury, having led scoring drives in their season opener. The Sun Devils have been rigorously preparing, including a recent lengthy practice session that emphasized readiness and adjustments. Coaches emphasize that Mississippi State is a different and challenging team this year, and Arizona State's depth and versatility will be crucial to their success in Starkville.