Arizona State football is in the midst of a tight race for the Big 12 championship game with three weeks remaining in the regular season. The team is currently one game behind the leader, Colorado, and two games behind undefeated BYU. Athletic director Graham Rossini is closely monitoring the various scenarios and possibilities that could lead the Sun Devils to the top two spots in the conference.
With upcoming games against fellow 4-2 team Kansas State and powerhouse BYU, ASU needs to secure wins and potentially get some help from other teams in order to contend for the championship game. The team has already secured a bowl game with a 7-2 record but is determined to keep pushing further.
Rossini emphasized the importance of the next three weeks in determining the team’s fate and highlighted the bowl scenarios that are being considered. ASU will be operating as a Pac-12 legacy program, opening up possibilities for bowl games historically tied to the conference.
The possibility of the Big 12 getting two bids in the College Football Playoff is slim, with BYU likely needing to finish 12-0 to secure a spot. The team’s upcoming games against tough opponents will be crucial in determining their postseason fate.
Rossini expressed confidence in the team’s ability to compete and thrive in close games, highlighting their resilience and determination. ASU’s upcoming game against Kansas State will be a significant challenge, with the BYU game serving as a potential playoff-like matchup.
Overall, the Sun Devils are focused on maximizing their potential and achieving success in the remaining weeks of the regular season as they aim for a spot in the Big 12 championship game.
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