With two feasible avenues to the Big 12 Championship remaining, Arizona State finishes its regular season with one of the most important in the history of the program. Having several teams at the leading board of the standings, each outcome now has significant implications on the conference title race.
The league’s growing competitiveness has raised the stakes even more, with several teams still in contention due to their strong win records. The crucial games among the direct competitors will become a determining factor in which schools will progress.
Territorial Cup has an Emotional and Competitive Importance
The emotional significance of the annual Territorial Cup game has remained significant even with respect to conference positions. In the case of Arizona State, the rivalry with Arizona is historic and a significant occasion in Arizona State culture.
The competition is customarily associated with the Thanksgiving weekend, which supports its role as a family-friendly event, both to the fans and players. It has one of the most anticipated schedules in its time and history.
Arizona Core Roster Strength in 2025
The Sun Devils' 2025 team is regarded as one of the most powerful teams in the league, which is based on continuity and long-term growth. Most of their achievement can be attributed to the fact that they have had several players who have stayed with the program since the beginning of the season.
Both of their quarterbacks and the main leaders of their defense are back with past successful campaigns. It makes both sides of the ball stable and is led by experienced and skillful people. This stability has also translated into high-level performances throughout the season. This is one of the reasons why they are currently among the best-performing teams in the conference.
Strategic Approach Against Colorado
Smart tactical changes have also contributed to the recent success of Arizona State, especially when it came to beating Colorado. The game strategy was full of creating runs, particularly using the main running backs. The defensive formation of Colorado designed the offensive strategy where Arizona State could take advantage of certain matchups on the ground. Implementation of this strategy provided high-level production of offense, and it served to manage the pace of the game.