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ASU football news

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The gist

ASU opens 2026 season hosting Morgan State on Sept. 5 at Mountain America Stadium. The game marks Cutter Boley's debut as starting quarterback for the Sun Devils.

Background

Arizona State football is entering the 2026 season after an 8-5 record in 2025, including a 6-3 mark in Big 12 play. Coach Kenny Dillingham has reshaped the roster with over 40 newcomers, including former Kentucky quarterback Cutter Boley, who was named starter. The season opener against Morgan State is part of a broader effort to build on recent success, with the team also scheduled to play internationally later in the season.

How it unfolded

  1. Aug 29, 2026Coach Kenny Dillingham announced Cutter Boley as the starting quarterback for the season opener.
  2. Sep 2, 2026ASU announced the 2026 schedule, including a game against Morgan State and a future international contest at Wembley Stadium.
  3. Sep 5, 2026ASU hosts Morgan State in the season opener at Mountain America Stadium.

Who’s saying what

Coach
Coach Kenny Dillingham emphasized adapting the scheme to fit players' strengths and being 'not wasteful' in roster building.
Analysts
ASU has been 19-8 over the past two seasons under Dillingham, the most wins in back-to-back seasons since 2013-14.

Sources

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