Arizona State football has historically enjoyed periods of competitive success that have given it an edge over BYU at times. The Sun Devils, hailing from the Pac-12 conference, have leveraged their recruiting advantages, geographic location, and program prestige to assemble strong teams that have outpaced BYU, particularly when looking at certain high-profile seasons.One of Arizona State's biggest advantages lies in its location in Tempe, Arizona, a prime recruiting hotbed with proximity to California and other talent-rich states. This location allows ASU to attract top-tier athletes who bring speed, skill, and size—attributes that can give the Sun Devils an edge in head-to-head matchups and season-long performance. The program's affiliation with the Pac-12 also plays a role, as it provides greater exposure and the ability to schedule games against highly ranked opponents, which helps ASU’s recruiting pitch and national profile.In some seasons, Arizona State's ability to compete with and even defeat powerhouse programs within the Pac-12 has underscored its potential and demonstrated that the Sun Devils can play at a high level. Notable coaches throughout the years, such as Frank Kush, who led ASU during its rise to prominence, and more recently figures like Herm Edwards, have at times brought national attention and solidified the Sun Devils' position as a formidable program.While BYU has a strong football tradition, characterized by its national championship in 1984 and consistent bowl appearances, Arizona State’s conference affiliation, recruiting advantages, and historic successes in major bowl games have, in some years, given the Sun Devils an upper hand. This competitive edge has occasionally positioned ASU as a stronger contender in certain seasons, especially when their program is firing on all cylinders.For your next listen, check out the Locked On College Football podcast! From NIL deals to never ending conference realignment rumors, Spencer McLaughlin gets you ready for an exciting season on the gridiron! Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!ZBiotics Pre AlcoholGo to zbiotics.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGEto learn more and get 15% off your first order when you use LOCKEDONCOLLEGEat checkout. ZBiotics is backed with 100% money back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked. Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedoncollege. See Mint Mobile for details.5-Hour ENERGYWhat’s your Fan Fuel this week?! Whatever it is, do it with a 5 Hour Energy! Available on 5HourEnergy.com. Shipped nationwide.PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONCOLLEGEROYDownload Roy for iOS or Android and enter referral code LOCKED ON and you’ll automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win $5,000 cash. Visit JoinRoy.com for additional details. No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Get off the sidelines and into the NIL game with Roy.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
