In the dynamic nature of college football, each team should have a player whose enthusiasm forms its identity. In the case of the Arizona State Sun Devils, it is Jordan Tyson. The wide receiver is no mere name on a list, but the powerhouse of the offense, with the ability to make game-changing moves like relentless effort that keeps ASU alive in close games.
Fueling the Fire on Offense
The path that Tyson has taken to the heart of the Arizona State offense has been full of endurance and explosion. Upon joining ASU, he immediately took his place and was an effective target and deep threat. His 2024 campaign demonstrated how crucial he is to the team - exceeding 1,000 receiving yards and scoring in the double-digits in touchdowns despite missing time because of injuries.
Each catch is a lightning bolt. Tyson possesses the rarest of talents: to change the tide of action. Either by busting out on a slant, or by spreading the field with a post route, or by ramming through the opposition to secure vital first downs. He is not merely printing numbers; he is igniting a fire in a team that is still establishing its identity in the Big 12.
The Hustle Factor
Talent is not the only difference between Tyson and most receivers: it is drive. The coaches and his teammates have always applauded his dedication in practice and his fire on each snap. He acts as if every down counts and blocks his heart out when the ball is not in his hands and speaks in the huddle when the other team has the wall on its back.
That hustle has not only got him a highlight reel, but it has also got him respect. Tyson is a key figure who sets the atmosphere of a young offense yet to find its rhythm in the program rebuilding under Kenny Dillingham.
A Leader in the Locker Room
Leadership is not all about numbers, and Tyson portrays that value. He has become one of the most vocal and dependable figures in the team, whether inspiring younger players or holding his peers to account. When things are afoot, Tyson is the one who will often step up first, uniting his teammates in such a way that every competitive locker room must have.