So Huddlers here we are....after 9 months, we're just 3 days from Game 1, 2024. I for one am nervous as hell as always, but it seems more pronounced this time around. Part of it is being so much more connected to the daily process of SUN DEVIL football each and every day, thanks to Hod and all of you. I am filled with optimism for sure about the direction we are moving. But, even in past years, when I was not a part of the Huddle, there were times, watching on TV here in MD, that I got so worked up that watching the game became unwatchable for me. That was not only if things were going badly....sometimes it was when it was going good. My resolution this season is to watch every minute of every game, .....if I don't, how can I be able to read and dialogue intelligently with all of you. So, thanks my fellow Huddlers, and maybe I'll bump into you at the MISS STATE and CINCINNATI game... and I'm there in spirit on Saturday vs Wyoming. GO SUN DEVILS!

"He’s had a bunch of reps in practice, and we won’t know until the lights come on. There’s going to be growing pains for us, but that’s a part of it.” A formidable synergy between OC Marcus Arroyo and QB Sam Leavitt has produced cautious optimism for the 2024 season

John Canzano writes:

Comcast Xfinity subscribers in Oregon, Washington, Southern California, and other pockets. Consumers may soon discover that live sporting events are blacked out, even if they paid a $10 fee to upgrade to a sports tier. Fans are faced with either dumping Comcast and cutting the cord, or waiting out what one industry expert called “a game of chicken.”
The reasoning is:

Oregon, Washington, UCLA, and USC officially joined the Big Ten in August. Those four new markets were previously considered “outer markets” by Comcast. The distributor paid a modest monthly carriage fee to the Big Ten Network (estimated to be somewhere in the 15-25 cents per subscriber range) to carry live games in those markets.

• Previously, in those four TV markets Comcast situated the Big Ten Network on its “More Sports and Entertainment” tier. It charges a $10 upgrade fee and bundles it with a bunch of other sports stations for value.

• Now, the Big Ten Network (Read: Fox) views those schools as an “inter-market” just like the other 14 conference schools. The monthly carriage fee for in-market live sports programming is much higher (think: $1.25 to $1.50 per month).

• Fox wants Comcast to not only pay the higher “inter-market” rate but also include the Big Ten Network on its basic tier like other carriers (Read: DirecTV, Hulu, Fubu, YouTube TV, etc.). The channel would not only be available to all Comcast subscribers, Fox would be entitled to the ($1.25 per subscriber) fee from all customers, not just those who paid for the sports upgrade.

So you leave the Pac-12 due to Media Rights Revenue and poor distribution and get this instead...

nm

hope they land on a taxi squad somewhere

haven't seen a full list of ASU's cuts/survivors

Which section are the ASU fans sitting in? I want to get tickets and sit next to y'all.

Thanks!!

ASU continued its preparations for their season opener on Tuesday morning, a session that did feature a balanced performance between both sides of the ball. Here are our observations:

"Did I prepare these guys enough for them to play out when it matters the most? I felt like this week we had a great week of preparation and continued to grow." Hines Ward may be a 14-year NFL vet, but as a first-year coach at ASU is still anxious to see his group perform on game day

Coming off a 3-9 season, ASU certainly isn’t a team that should take any opponent lightly, and their season opener at home versus Wyoming can unquestionably be a challenging week one contest. The Cowboys are an experienced squad coming off a 9-4 season and not lacking confidence entering the 2024 campaign. GoWyoGo.com Publisher Ian McMackin dished out on ASU's Saturday opponent.

"Now, we could pin them inside the 20; that’s going to play a factor in how aggressive we have to be this year because we actually have a weapon.” Punter Kanyon Floyd is poised to flip the field for the Sun Devils as a freshman and improve this significant special teams' need

Here is the press release

TEMPE, ARIZONA – August 27th, 2024 – The Sun Angel Collective is proud to announce the promotion of Brittani Willett to the position of President. This well-deserved promotion recognizes Willett's outstanding contributions as the Executive Director of the Collective, where she has played an instrumental role in advancing the organization's mission and expanding its impact.
In her new role as President, Willett will take on increased oversight of organizational development, contract management, and legislative affairs, further solidifying her leadership within the organization. Jeff Burg, who previously served as President, will continue to lead the board as its Chairman.

"Since joining the Sun Angel Collective, Brittani has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a clear vision for the future of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities at Arizona State University," said Jeff Burg, Chairman of the Board. "Her dedication and strategic insight have been invaluable, and I am confident that under her leadership, the Collective will continue to thrive and expand its reach."

Willett has quickly emerged as a leading voice in the NIL space, a sector that is still relatively new but rapidly evolving. Her extensive background, which includes serving as the Director of Corporate Activation for the Arizona Coyotes Hockey Club and as the Executive Director of the Arizona Coyotes Foundation, has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate the complex landscape of NIL agreements and to drive the Collective's mission forward.

“I am deeply honored to step into the role of President at such a pivotal moment for the Sun Angel Collective," said Brittani Willett. "While we have laid a strong foundation, the work is far from finished. Now, more than ever, we need the support of every Sun Devil—whether here in the Valley or across the nation. Together, we can drive forward innovative NIL opportunities that will shape the future of Arizona State Athletics. The success of our student-athletes depends on all of us. Let’s unite, rise to the challenge, and make an impact that will resonate for generations to come.”

Sun Devil Football Head Coach Kenny Dillingham also expressed his support for Willett's promotion: "Brittani’s leadership of the Sun Angel Collective has been nothing short of impressive. She is responsible for much of what has become a sustainable NIL program that not only benefits our student-athletes today but also sets the foundation for the future success of our program. I’m excited to continue working alongside her as we build something special here at ASU."

Arizona State University Athletic Director Graham Rossini added, “We’re very thankful for the Sun Angel Collective and their incredible partnership with ASU. Over the last eight-plus months, we have built momentum in all areas of our NIL efforts and Brittani has been an incredible teammate to our athletics department and a driving force in creating opportunities for our student-athletes to build a network, gain valuable resume experience and represent products and companies that they have found alignment with. Our congratulations to Brittani on this well-deserved promotion.”

Willett’s leadership will focus on maintaining the Collective’s agility while expanding its impact. To date, the Sun Angel Collective has facilitated thousands of NIL opportunities for Sun Devil student-athletes, allowing them to make a tangible difference both on and off the field.

ABOUT THE SUN ANGEL COLLECTIVE

The Sun Angel Collective is dedicated to supporting Arizona State University’s student-athletes by aligning with the university’s mission and values. Our efforts are rooted in ASU’s design aspirations, most notably, valuing entrepreneurship, enabling student success, and being socially embedded within the community. Through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities, we empower student-athletes to thrive academically, athletically, and personally, while fostering a strong connection with the university's broader goals.

Press Inquiries:
877-SUN-ANGEL
media@sunangels.org

"We're focused on their experience from all aspects of being a student-athlete, and you’ve got a community of support that's stepping up on their behalf.” ASU AD Graham Rossini pleased with the NIL trajectory of the school