Kevin Hicks

Kevin Hicks

Joined: May 17, 2025

Kevin Hicks is an Arizona State alumni and now serves as the Arizona State Beat Writer On SI.

Nov 30, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receivers coach Hines Ward against the Arizona Wildcats during the Territorial Cup at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona State running back Jason Brown Jr (22) runs during a spring practice at Kajikawa practice fields in Tempe, Ariz. on April 14, 2026.

Arizona State offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo calls out to his team during a spring practice at Kajikawa practice fields in Tempe, Ariz. on April 14, 2026.

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils linebacker Jordan Crook (8) against the Arizona Wildcats during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz (left) with Arizona State Sun Devils head coach Kenny Dillingham at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Sun Devils should be considered a front-runner in the Big 12 this season.

Arizona State quarterback running back Cardae Mack (25) looks back after a run during a spring practice at Kajikawa practice fields in Tempe, Ariz. on April 14, 2026.

The freshman running back is seeking to follow in the footsteps of previous great Sun Devils.

ASU linebacker Martell Hughes (18) warms up during practice in Tempe on July 31, 2024.

The Sun Devil defense is sizing up to be the most explosive in the Brian Ward era.

Arizona State offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo calls out to his team during a spring practice at Kajikawa practice fields in Tempe, Ariz. on April 14, 2026.

The success of the 2026 Sun Devil offense hangs in the balance of these players.

ASU Sun Devils head coach Kenny Dillingham walks off the field after a 24-16 loss to the Houston Cougars at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 25, 2025.

The Sun Devils are sizing up to have another fruitful campaign in the months ahead.

Randy Bennett answers questions during a news conference at the Weatherup Center in Tempe on May 7, 2026.

The first-year Sun Devil continues to be candid about a reason why he took the role.

May 7, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils assistant coach EJ Rowland during an introductory press conference at the Weatherup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Sun Devils are going to benefit from this from the staff.

Nov 30, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receivers coach Hines Ward against the Arizona Wildcats during the Territorial Cup at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Sun Devils are in the running for an elite 2027 receiver.

May 7, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils basketball head coach Randy Bennett (center) poses for a photo with athletic director Graham Rossini (left) and school president Dr. Michael Crow during an introductory press conference at the Weatherup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Sun Devils are shaping up to welcome competition at all levels.

Nov 30, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils offensive line coach Saga Tuitele against the Arizona Wildcats during the Territorial Cup at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The blue-chip recruit is set to make a college decision next week, with the Sun Devils firmly in the mix.

Jake Fette, an incoming Arizona State freshman and Del Valle alum, waits for the team’s arrival at the Atlantic FBO Hangar in El Paso, Texas, on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, ahead of the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl.

The blue-chip prospect gives the Sun Devils reassurance that the future is bright.

Jan 14, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) attempts to steal the ball from Arizona State Sun Devils guard Moe Odum (5) during the second half of the game at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

The Sun Devils are poised to increase competitiveness in a one-sided series moving forward.