Stomp The Bus: Recent Episodes
Mark Harris
New Arizona State head men's basketball coach Randy Bennett finally had his opening press conference on Thursday, and Mark breaks down some of the main topics from his availability. Later in the episode (42:34), Mark talks about the importance of Brian Swette's donation to ASU football, and closes the episode (55:28) with some Sun Devil baseball talk.
Four Sun Devils were selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by Jordyn Tyson and Max Iheanachor in the first round. It was a solid showing by ASU and each player wound up in a pretty good situation. Later, Mark goes over the ASU men's basketball transfer portal class (23:43), then checks in on ASU baseball (39:45).
Randy Bennett made his first transfer portal splash with the addition of forward Paulius Murauskas (8:18). The former Saint Mary's star is a headliner that the Sun Devils needed, and he should be the star player for ASU next season. The 2026 NFL Draft is almost here as well, and Mark previews where Jordyn Tyson, Max Iheanachor, and the other ASU players could be selected (22:06). Episode 163 concludes with spring football observations and a check-in on ASU baseball. Episode recorded before the news of Dillan Shaw transferring to ASU came out
Arizona State men's basketball is making moves in the transfer portal and to its coaching staff despite Randy Bennett still dealing with a medical incident. Who else will ASU bring to the program? Additionally, ASU baseball (28:45) continues playing well and ASU football (35:18) is humming along in spring ball.
Randy Bennett has left Saint Mary's to become the next head coach of Arizona State men's basketball. Mark analyzes the news and explains why it is the right move for ASU.
Many names have been brought up for the Arizona State men's basketball head coaching job, including some surprise candidates. Mark shares his thoughts on the ASU coaching search, then congratulates ASU women's basketball on its tournament berth (34:00), and highlights the importance of Clayton Smith returning to ASU football next season.
After 11 years, the Bobby Hurley era has come to an end at Arizona State. Mark takes a look back at Hurley's decade-plus run in Tempe, then (18:05) the show shifts to the coaching search and which coach makes the most sense for ASU.
After Max Iheanachor had an excellent NFL combine, he has a decent chance to go in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. If he joins Jordyn Tyson in the first round, how important would that be for ASU football? On to basketball (32:26), where Bobby Hurley took down the Kansas Jayhawks one more time, and Sun Devil women's hoops earned a statement win to enhance its NCAA Tournament chances.
Arizona State football is one step closer to an indoor practice facility thanks to an eight-figure donation from a previously untapped source. This donation shows how much ASU football's overall brand has grown in the Kenny Dillingham era. Later on (23:00), Mark talks about the end of the season for both basketball programs, a potential replacement for Bobby Hurley, and highlights the early-season success of the Sun Devil baseball team.
After beating #13 Texas Tech on Tuesday, what more is possible for Arizona State men's basketball this season? Things seemed bleak very recently, but a ranked win at least keeps hope alive a bit longer. Later (32:55), Mark shares some thoughts about ASU football.
Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor has played well at the Senior Bowl. Could his performance propel him up in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft? Plus, Mark talks about the recent success of ASU women's basketball and the uninspiring play from ASU men's basketball.
The transfer portal window has come and gone, and Arizona State has left it in good shape. ASU also found out its 2026 Big 12 schedule, and Mark analyzes how this schedule could affect the Sun Devils. The episode closes out with the Willie Bloomquist extension news and basketball talk.
Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils have been extremely active in the transfer portal, and their strategy is paying off. ASU has brought in some excellent players, and Mark breaks down the new additions in Tempe.
Kenny Dillingham has officially re-signed at Arizona State, and it signals a positive immediate future for the program. Michigan instead hires Kyle Whittingham from Utah, and his departure could spur a domino effect in the Big 12 that could help ASU. Mark closes out episode 152 by previewing the Sun Devils vs. the Duke Blue Devils in the Sun Bowl.
Rumors about Kenny Dillingham going to Michigan have been flying around the internet lately, but it looks like Arizona State is poised to keep him in Tempe. What does this mean for the future of Sun Devil football? Plus, Mark goes over Sam Leavitt skipping the team banquet, other transfer portal news, and the success of ASU men's and women's basketball.
The Arizona State Sun Devils lost to Arizona in the Territorial Cup, finishing an 8-4 season. Was the season a failure? A success? Somewhere in between? Mark shares his thoughts on an up-and-down ASU football season.
After their big win over Colorado, the Arizona State Sun Devils return to Tempe to host the Arizona Wildcats to close out the season. This Territorial Cup between ranked teams should be a fun matchup, especially since ASU still has a chance to make the Big 12 Championship. Episode 149 closes out with Moe Odum's heroics in the Sun Devils' win over Texas in the Maui Invitational.
Multiple news reports indicate that Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is considering transferring out of ASU. What does this mean for the Sun Devils football program? What would it take to keep Leavitt? Who could potentially replace him? Plus, Mark reacts to the tight win over West Virginia and previews Colorado.
ASU football returns from the bye week to face a feisty West Virginia team. The Sun Devils should win, but the Mountaineers have shown flashes. Plus, ASU men's basketball has a huge opportunity to put itself on the map when it faces Gonzaga on Friday night in Tempe.
The Sun Devils are on their bye week, but there is still plenty to talk about. Jeff Sims was outstanding in ASU's road win over Iowa State last week, a crucial road victory that kept a lot of the Sun Devils' goals alive. Mark also reacts to some of the reports about Kenny Dillingham staying at ASU, and the first impressions of the Sun Devil men's basketball team.
After a loss to Houston and injuries to Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson, the once-promising ASU football season is slipping away. Mark shares his thoughts on the state of the team and touches on some Kenny Dillingham coaching rumors.
Arizona State put together their best game of the season for their best opponent of the year. Sam Leavitt, Jordyn Tyson and the Sun Devils played great games against a talented Texas Tech team that lived up to the billing. Mark talks about what this win means for ASU, previews the Houston game, and talks about ASU hockey's recent struggles.
Mark is joined by college friend Justin Toscano to talk about the Sun Devils' embarrassing loss to Utah and their upcoming game against a great Texas Tech team.
The Sun Devils are back from the bye week, and they face a huge challenge against the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City. Mark previews the pivotal Big 12 matchup.
The Sun Devils are in a good spot after another thrilling 27-24 Big 12 conference win, this time beating the TCU Horned Frogs. Mark analyzes the win over TCU and talks about some other developments in the athletic department.
After a tight win road win over Baylor, the Sun Devils return to Tempe to face off against No. 24 TCU. Mark reviews the win over Baylor, then looks ahead to ASU's big game against TCU.
Mark is joined by Chris Jenkins (@SmartSunDevil on Twitter/X) to recap Arizona State's win over Texas State, and the Sun Devils' upcoming trip to Baylor.
Mark shares his thoughts on the Sun Devils' horrible defeat on the road against the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
The Sun Devils looked sloppy in their Week 1 win over Northern Arizona. Mark recaps ASU's win over NAU, then previews the big road game at Mississippi State.
Colton Dodgson makes his triumphant return to the show to preview the Arizona State football season. We actually ramble about fantasy football until 17:11, then talk ASU for the rest of the episode.
The Sun Devils went up to the pines for Camp Tontozona, and the whole experience was a huge success. Mark talks about ASU at Camp T, then analyzes some 2026 NFL draft predictions about Sun Devil players (30:32).
Arizona State training camp is underway, one analyst has ASU favored in all of its games, and the Sun Devil men's basketball schedule takes shape. After that (46:15), Mark ranks Big 12 football teams by how much pressure they face entering the 2025 football season.
Arizona State football has talent and experience this season, and that makes it important for ASU to get the most out of this roster. Plus, the Big 12 denied the Memphis Tigers admission into the league. Does that mean there are different conference realignment additions in the future?
Big 12 media days have come and gone, and Mark reacts to the biggest stories about Arizona State and the conference from the event.
Arizona State recently shared a social post recognizing the 1975 football team and included the Sporting News national championship designation. Should the ASU athletic department retroactively claim the national title? Mark also discusses the Sun Devils' high ratings in the EA Sports College Football 26 video game (36:25).
Mark checks in on recent Arizona State football recruiting developments before talking about ASU baseball's transfer portal surge (18:45). After that, Mark recaps ASU football's close games from the 2024 season to find out how each close game actually played out (31:32).
Mark checks in on Arizona State baseball now that its season is over and argues that the Big 12 should swallow its pride and take the 4-4-2-2-1-3 College Football Playoff model to secure guaranteed bids.
Arizona State makes the college baseball tournament in the UCLA regional. Will ASU play better now that it is in the tournament? Plus, Sam Leavitt and Kenny Dillingham are featured on the EA Sports College Football cover, and the CFB Playoff model is debated.
Checking in on Arizona State baseball as the regular season wraps up and some ASU football talk.
The 2025 NFL Draft has come and gone, with Cam Skattebo drafted by the New York Giants. Mark shares his thoughts on how the draft affected ASU, talks about recruiting and the transfer portal, and checks in on Sun Devil baseball.
Cam Skattebo is the headliner for Arizona State at the 2025 NFL Draft, and the big question is where he gets drafted. Mark goes over where he might get picked, and touches on the latest surrounding ASU football, men's basketball and baseball.
Players and coaches have praised the Arizona State defense in spring football, so the question is how far can this defense take ASU? With most of the starters returning, it seems like the Sun Devil defense is well-suited for success in 2025.
Seemingly everyone on Arizona State men's basketball has entered the transfer portal and Mark discusses what it means for the program. Hint, it's not good! There is basically no hope for next season, and it feels like a lost year. It's not all bad news, though, as ASU extended volleyball coach JJ Van Niel through 2029 (27:49). After that, Mark checks in on ASU spring football (34:54), then quickly previews Sun Devil baseball's home series vs. Arizona (43:19).
Mark talks about the ramifications of Koa Peat committing to Arizona over Arizona State, and discusses ASU spring football and ASU baseball.
Mark talks about how some of the latest March Madness news before focusing on ASU football, hockey, and the women's basketball coaching search.
So... Bobby Hurley is staying with ASU men's basketball for at least one more season. Mark doesn't like the decision on the surface, but things could change if a particular local recruit comes to Tempe.
Mark talks about the Bobby Hurley situation at ASU, shares his thoughts on some football news, and explains how the recent ACC settlement with FSU and Clemson affects Arizona State down the road.
Arizona State men's basketball, hockey, baseball, and football each have some interesting storylines right now. First, Mark discusses the state of ASU men's basketball as it deals with the departure of BJ Freeman, then (13:31) shifts over to ASU hockey and its NCAA Tournament chances. From there, he checks in on ASU baseball through eight games (26:17), before closing the show with some general topics on ASU football (33:42).
This episode touches on a lot of different ASU sports, starting with men's basketball. It's clear the Bobby Hurley era has run its course and Mark says it's time for a change. After that, Mark goes over the weekend results for ASU hockey and baseball (19:15). We then get into the meat of this episode at 37:20 when Mark analyzes Kenny Dillingham's comments about ASU football potentially becoming the next CFB blue blood. Mark compares ASU to the other programs that have leveled up in Oregon and Clemson.
After discussing all of the big news from the sports world, Mark and Colton share their thoughts on how ASU men's basketball has played lately and how it relates to Bobby Hurley's future in Tempe (18:02). This team just makes too many mistakes and is too sloppy for Hurley to continue. From there, the guys dive into ASU hockey and discuss the 2025 ASU football schedule. The schedule makers did a good job, because the Sun Devils mostly avoid cold trips and get evenly spaced out bye weeks.
After an impromptu discussion about Jayden Daniels in the NFL, Mark and Colton dive into the state of ASU men's basketball (22:25). The Sun Devils are clearly talented and competent, but they can't be trusted on a game-to-game basis and the offensive dry spells remain a problem.
After a four-game losing skid, Arizona State men's basketball kept itself alive with a big road win over West Virginia. It wasn't pretty, but ASU needed the victory and it was a good Quad 1 win. Mark and Colton also talk about more transfer portal additions to the football team.
The Sun Devils played a good first half in Lawrence, then got whacked by the Jayhawks in the second half. It was another example of how ASU men's basketball is good, but not great. After that, Mark and Colton share some final thoughts as the football season wraps up.
Well, that was quite a game in the Peach Bowl. Mark recaps the big moments in Arizona State's 39-31 2OT Peach Bowl loss to Texas, from the officiating miscues, great ASU plays, and big mistakes. It was a painful end, but you have to be impressed with the Sun Devils, especially with so many guys returning.
The Arizona State Sun Devils face their toughest challenge of the year when they take on the Texas Longhorns in the Peach Bowl. ASU must be at its best to take down Texas, but Cam Skattebo and company have shown they can rise to the occasion.
Mark and Colton dive into the Arizona State Sun Devils' Peach Bowl berth after their Big 12 Championship victory. Do the guys want to face Texas or Clemson in Atlanta? They also talk about the general positive state of the program and the greatness of Sun Devil legend Cam Skattebo.
After complaining about the food concession options at Arizona Stadium, Mark and Colton preview the Big 12 Championship Game between the Arizona State Sun Devils and the Iowa State Cyclones.
The Sun Devils outlasted BYU 28-23 in an unforgettable game. Mark and Colton break down this wild game and what comes next for Arizona State in the Territorial Cup against Arizona.
The No. 21 Arizona State Sun Devils earned a true statement win by beating the Kansas State Wildcats 24-14 on the road. Mark and Colton recap the big win over K-State and what it could mean for the ASU football program in the future, and preview an enormous matchup against BYU in Tempe.
It took two non-offensive touchdowns and a fourth-quarter comeback, but the Sun Devils were able to beat UCF 35-31 and move to 7-2. The schedule gets even tougher for Arizona State this weekend when they go on the road to play the Kansas State Wildcats, and the Sun Devils need to bring their A-game to win this one. Plus, ASU men's basketball looks much-improved after a good weekend.
The Sun Devils came back from a bye week with a dominant road win over the Oklahoma State Cowboys. Cam Skattebo was excellent once again, Sam Leavitt played great, and the defense never let OSU get in rhythm. ASU returns home this week for a matchup against an explosive UCF team.
The Sun Devils hit the road to play the Oklahoma State Cowboys in a chance to get back in the win column. OSU has a leaky run defense, so ASU should be able to take advantage of that with Sam Leavitt playing. Then, at 22:50, Erik Pierson of Devils Digest (ASU Hoops Central on Twitter) joins the show to preview the ASU men's basketball season.
The Cincinnati Bearcats, injuries, the 9 a.m. local time kickoff, and the Skyline Chili were too much for the Arizona State Sun Devils in Cincinnati. Mark and Colton talk about what was Kenny Dillingham's worst-coached game, the kicking issues, and the remainder of the ASU schedule.
Cam Skattebo powered the Arizona State Sun Devils to a huge win over then-No. 16 Utah in one of the biggest ASU wins in years. It was a great performance, and now at 5-1, a lot of things are possible for the Sun Devils. Up next is a trip to play the Cincinnati Bearcats ... but without Sam Leavitt who is out with a rib injury.
Sam Leavitt, Cam Skattebo and the Arizona State offense marched up and down the field in the Sun Devils' 35-31 win over the Kansas Jayhawks. Despite some things not going their way, the Sun Devils were still able to pull it out and get to 4-1, which puts them on a good path for the rest of the season.
Mark and Colton review the Sun Devils' road loss to Texas Tech and check in on the overall state of the team after four games.
The Sun Devils survived a tough game against Texas State, thanks in large part to big plays from quarterback Sam Leavitt and some timely defense. Arizona State is off to Texas again this weekend, this time against the high-flying offense of the Texas Tech Red Raiders.
The Sun Devils get to 2-0 thanks to Cam Skattebo's outstanding performance against Mississippi State. We react to the big win and look ahead to a Thursday road trip to Texas State.
We try our best not to overreact to Arizona State's dominant Week 1 win over the Wyoming Cowboys. The Sun Devils looked incredible in what was probably their best game in years, so what does it mean for the rest of the season?
The guys look ahead to the Sun Devils home opener against the Wyoming Cowboys and share their thoughts on how the game plays out. After some news stories, Mark and Colton give a game-by-game prediction of Arizona State's season.
Arizona State has named a starting quarterback after Sam Leavitt separated himself at camp. Mark also ranks every game on ASU's schedule by importance.
The defense has been the story through Arizona State football practice, and Mark wonders how good the unit can actually be in the Big 12.
It looks like Sam Leavitt has the inside track on the ASU starting quarterback job, but Jeff Sims is making it a real competition. Whether it's Leavitt or Sims (or maybe even Trenton Bourguet), they should have good skill talent to work with this season. Plus, ASU men's basketball adds another difficult opponent to its non-conference schedule. Episode recorded before Camp Tontozona scrimmage
As Arizona State Football begins fall camp, Mark ranks the top five X-factor players for the Sun Devils. These may not be the expected best players, but they play very impactful roles. Plus, Arizona State swimmer Leon Marchand dominates at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The reports and rumors about Florida State and Clemson joining the Big 12 continue. It appears like a real possibility, which would obviously be a huge win for the league. Other ACC schools may jump ship as well and the Big 12 seems poised to bring them in.
Could Florida State and Clemson wind up in the Big 12? It ultimately seems unlikely, but this news could still signal other additions to the league. Later on in the show (35:36), the guys rank every ASU football coach after Frank Kush.
The Sun Devils were picked dead last in the Big 12 preseason media poll and Mark explains why that scenario isn't likely. He also hits on some news items for ASU men's basketball and baseball.
There are reports that the Big 12 is considering selling its naming rights and selling a 20% stake in the conference to a private equity firm. Mark and Colton talk about what that could entail for the conference. After that (56:36), they go over a Big 12 win totals prediction that isn't favorable towards the Sun Devils.
Bobby Hurley and the Sun Devils have significantly upgraded their roster this offseason, but we still don't know how it will look on the court. What are fair expectations for Arizona State men's basketball this season? Mark and Colton share their thoughts on that and go over some recent ASU football recruiting news.
Mark shares his thoughts on Graham Rossini officially being named the athletic director for Arizona State University. He also touches on how Rossini's first real challenge will be getting more NIL funds for Sun Devil baseball.
Assessing the Sun Devils after their spring game and Arizona State football and basketball get some recruiting wins.
At long last, the Sun Devils finally received their penalties for their violations during the COVID-19 dead period. Mark and Colton talk about what it means for ASU football and go over some breaking news about the Arizona State athletic director search.
Arizona State's quarterback depth was thinned when Jaden Rashada entered the transfer portal. Mark goes over what his departure means for the Sun Devils.
More rumors come out about who the next Arizona State athletic director will be and it seems like an internal hire is likely. The guys also react to former ASU wide receiver coach Ra'Shaad Samples leaving for Oregon and whether it will be Troy Brown or Hines Wards replacing him.
Plus, this is our first episode as part of the College Huddle! https://thecollegehuddle.com/
After an impromptu conversation about Purdue center Zach Edey, Mark and Colton take a look at some of the Final Four connections to Arizona State men's basketball. From there, the guys rant about the athletic director search and go over some of the positive signs from spring football.
Mark and Colton chat about the state of the Arizona State men's basketball program following Frankie Collins' entry into the transfer portal then analyze the quarterback competition now that Jaden Rashada will miss most of spring football.
The 2023-24 season is over, but the drama begins. Bobby Hurley re-signed with Arizona State and two players entered the transfer portal following the conclusion of the season. Looking ahead to what this means for the rest of the offseason.
The report of the Jaden Rashada injury came out after I recorded, so no mention of that on this show.
In yet another unfortunate event for Arizona State men's basketball, Jose Perez quits the team in between the USC and UCLA games. A fitting end to this terrible season. Plus, ASU president Michael Crow gives some insight as to why the athletic director search is taking so long.
ASU hockey play-by-play voice Tyler Paley joins the show for an in-depth conversation about the Sun Devils this season and the future of the program. The Arizona State hockey program is surging, and it was great to pick Tyler's brain and learn more as ASU's season winds down.
Arizona State men's basketball showed some life this past week, but it still lost two out of three games in that stretch. With no athletic director in place, Bobby Hurley returning as head coach might be the best option because it would maintain some roster continuity. Also, Sun Devil football is entering the Big 12 as a big underdog, and Mark thinks it is good for the program to come in under the radar.
Atlanta Braves beat reporter and ASU grad Justin Toscano joins the show for a wide-ranging discussion on the general state of Arizona State athletics.
With a road trip to Colorado and Utah coming up, Arizona State men's basketball is in a rough spot. Mark and Colton examine the Sun Devils' recent struggles and what it means for the future of the program.
The Sun Devils' first Big 12 schedule is out and Mark gives his thoughts on each game and how it sets up for ASU. From there, he goes into some recent news items regarding ASU — including an interesting tidbit on the AD search — before ending the show with a check-in on the men's basketball team.
The coaching carousel made a stop in Tucson and now the Arizona Wildcats have a new head football coach. How does Jedd Fisch leaving affect Arizona State and is it a sign of things to come with Kenny Dillingham?
Plus, the guys talk about the two-game losing skid from Sun Devil hoops and how it shapes the rest of the season.
ASU men's basketball has flipped the script on its season with a 4-0 start in Pac-12 play. How much longer can the Sun Devils keep playing like this? Plus, ASU football adds even more players from the transfer portal as the roster overhaul continues.
Mark and Colton share their thoughts on Arizona State's early signing day class and how it seems like Kenny Dillingham has a vision for the program. The guys also dive into what the future holds for ASU men's basketball after a brutal stretch of games.
After a lopsided loss in the Territorial Cup, the offseason has arrived for the Arizona State Sun Devils. Mark and Colton go over the transfer portal entrants, new additions to the coaching staff, and recruiting updates before touching on some other ASU sports.
The guys are back to talk about Arizona State's blowout loss to the Oregon Ducks and the Territorial Cup against the Arizona Wildcats. Plus, Colton gives his thoughts on the Ray Anderson resignation.
ASU goes into the Rose Bowl and upsets UCLA ... and that's not the biggest story. Sun Devil athletic director Ray Anderson has resigned and Mark wonders what that could mean for the future of Arizona State athletics.
Arizona State played at Utah with a fourth-string quarterback and an injury-riddled offensive line ... and it didn't go well. Plus, men's basketball season is here and the guys dive into what to expect from Bobby Hurley's team.
The Sun Devils finally picked up their first Pac-12 win of the season, beating Washington State 38-27. The run game looked great and it now feels like ASU has a slight chance to win at Utah.
The Big 12 football schedule was also announced Wednesday, and ASU's only permanent rival will be Arizona. It plays regional teams like Utah, BYU, Colorado, and Texas Tech three out of four years.
Recorded before the extension of defensive coordinator Brian Ward was announced
The Sun Devils lost to the Huskies in Seattle. But they lost 15-7???
Mark goes over ASU's outstanding defensive outing against Washington and why he thinks the unit will continue to be good. Plus, Washington State comes to Tempe this weekend and other ASU sports keep doing well.
The Sun Devils visit the No.5 Washington Huskies this weekend in what figures to be a lopsided matchup. How do they stay competitive?
ArizonaVarsity writer Ralph Amsden joins the show to talk about the Sun Devils' season at the bye week, initial impressions on Kenny Dillingham, moving to the Big 12, and some big-picture thoughts about ASU's athletic leadership.
ASU played its best game of the season... and still lost to an unimpressive Cal team. It's a frustrating loss, but the improvement is clearly there. Now, Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes come to Tempe, but only as slight favorites.
The Sun Devils weren't able to beat USC, but they came to play and had their best game of the season. Can ASU continue this run of good play now that Kenny Dillingham is calling plays?
The Sun Devils started off well against Oklahoma State, then couldn't score in the second half. Offensive line injuries were a big reason why and that problem isn't going anywhere when ASU hosts Fresno State on Saturday.
Mark and Colton react to Arizona State's unimpressive win over Southern Utah in Week 1. The Sun Devils were decent in the first half then terrible after the long weather delay. Oklahoma State also wasn't that great against its FCS opponent, so ASU may have a chance against the Cowboys this weekend.
Ray Anderson decides this is the year for an ASU bowl ban due to the NCAA investigation. It headlines a long list of bad decisions from Anderson and Michael Crow.
State Press reporter Alex Wakefield joins the show to talk about all things ASU football, including Jaden Rashada being named the team's starting quarterback and the Sun Devils' move to the Big 12.
It looks like Jaden Rashada has closed the gap in the Arizona State quarterback competition. Could he start in Week 1?
The Sun Devils are officially in the Big 12. Arizona State joined the league with Arizona and Utah, even though Michael Crow and Ray Anderson weren't exactly enthusiastic about it. In fact, ASU may have gained a new rival thanks to Anderson's comments about Morgantown. So that's fun.
It appears that the Arizona State Sun Devils are on their way to the Big 12, although school president Michael Crow is making things unnecessarily difficult in the process. Mark and Colton discuss what it means for the Sun Devils to switch conferences.
Colorado is going to the Big 12, so what should ASU do next? Going to the Big 12 would provide security and end this media rights saga, but it feels like ASU president Michael Crow is going to stay with the Pac-12 until the bitter end.
Kenny Dillingham's recent comments about NIL and recruiting show that he is with the times and has a vision for Arizona State football. Pac-12 media day is this Friday and it's annoying that a media deal is not done yet, but the school presidents seem fine taking their time. Plus, Jalin Conyers gets snubbed from both Pac-12 all-conference teams.
Pac-12 win totals are out for the upcoming season, so how do Arizona State and the rest of the conference stack up?
ArizonaVarsity writer Ralph Amsden joins the show for a fun discussion about Arizona State Football. We talk about Kenny Dillingham's first moves, the starting quarterback competition, conference realignment, and general thoughts on the program.
ASU football added a handful of recruits this past week, including 2025 quarterback Butter Tollefson. Plus, Mark goes over why he wishes Boise State were going to the Pac-12, but also acknowledges why SMU makes sense for the league.
Based on recent comments by Arizona State athletic director Ray Anderson, it doesn't seem like the Sun Devils will be jumping ship to the Big 12.
Is there a chance ASU stays in the Pac-12 and Arizona goes to the Big 12? Plus, kickoff times have been announced for the first three ASU football games this season.
ASU baseball splits in the Pac-12 tournament and awaits a bid for the NCAA Baseball Tournament, capping a great season. Plus, there's smoke around Colorado jumping to the Big 12, but the source is an unnamed coach?
Arizona State football has added more transfers in May, including speedy Colorado wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. The Arizona Coyotes' Tempe arena bid was rejected by voters, so how does that affect ASU basketball? Plus, more news on the conference realignment front.
The NFL Draft has concluded and we take a look at where ASU players landed. Plus, there's more transfer portal news about Sun Devil men's basketball and how does NIL play into it?
The Sun Devils tore it up in the spring football game and it looks like Trenton Bourguet and Drew Pyne will battle for the starting quarterback job. Other players showed out as well, including Jalin Conyers, B.J. Green, and Sacramento State transfer Cameron Skattebo. Mark and Colton wrap up the episode by discussing the transfer portal news regarding ASU football and men's basketball.
Mark goes over the latest transfer news with ASU basketball, previews the upcoming spring football game, and reacts to some of the recent reports about the Pac-12 media deal.
Jamiya Neal announces his return to ASU and the Sun Devils pick up Kamari Lands from Louisville. Also, how will the Pac-12 media rights deal be divided between streaming and linear TV?
Mark goes over the transfer portal activity with ASU basketball and talks about some spring football storylines.
Bobby Hurley is coming back as head coach of the Arizona State Sun Devils after a trip to the NCAA Tournament. We talk about why it's important that Hurley is returning, especially in light of some interesting comments by ASU president Michael Crow about Desert Financial Arena. Mark also shares some thoughts on ASU spring football.
Hey! The Arizona State Sun Devils have made the men's NCAA Tournament and head to Dayton against Nevada. Mark and Colton preview their game against Nevada in the First Four and talk about what it means for Bobby Hurley and the program.
ASU men's basketball is squarely on the bubble and Mark and Colton talk about the team's path to the NCAA Tournament. If ASU misses the tournament, what does that mean for Bobby Hurley? Episode 31 concludes with some conference realignment talk as we wait for the potential Pac-12 media deal.
Desmond Cambridge Jr.'s miracle shot lifts ASU over Arizona in Tucson and changes the course of the Sun Devils' season. Is the NCAA Tournament now in play and what happens with Bobby Hurley? The Pac-12 media deal is still dragging out and Arizona State vice president for university athletics Ray Anderson shared his thoughts on the situation. Mark reacts to his comments and takes a look at Apple TV reportedly entering negotiations with the Pac-12.
The Pac-12 has yet to sign a media rights deal but some news leaks and rumors have emerged about issues facing the deal. Mark and Colton go over that and the news of Jaden Rashada enrolling early at Arizona State.
Looking into some of the reports of San Diego State and SMU potentially joining the Pac-12 and how that affects Arizona State and the conference's media rights deal.
Four-star quarterback Jaden Rashada signs with Arizona State and we talk about what it means for the Sun Devils.
Arizona State is in the mix for five-star quarterback Jaden Rashada and the 2023 football schedule has been released. We dive into how it all impacts the Sun Devils.
Stomp the Bus is back for the new year and we break down reports that the Sun Devils will open the season with a week zero matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes. We also go over the comings and goings of the transfer portal with ASU adding 24 new players so far.
Early national signing day has arrived and we discuss Kenny Dillingham's first class at Arizona State. We also go over the transfer portal action and talk about Drew Pyne potentially being the next starting quarterback. Plus, we touch on Deion Sanders to Colorado and the upcoming Pac-12 TV deal.
New Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham has assembled most of his coaching staff and there's a lot to be excited about. Mark also takes a look at the ASU players who've entered the transfer portal and the new Sun Devils transferring into the program.
Arizona State made a smart risk and hired Kenny Dillingham as its next head football coach. We discuss the hire on Stomp the Bus.
All that's left for the Sun Devils is the Territorial Cup, but the biggest issue on the minds of ASU fans is the coaching search. Mark talks about what's happening on the field for Arizona State and reacts to some of the reports about the coaching search.
We react to the Sun Devils' road loss to Wazzu and preview their game against #23 Oregon State. More and more smoke has emerged about Kenny Dillingham as the next Arizona State head coach and we talk about that possibility to wrap up the episode.
The Sun Devils couldn't stop UCLA's ground game but Trenton Bourguet continues to play well. We talk about the loss, preview the upcoming game against Washington State, and more ASU football topics.
The Sun Devils avoided embarrassment by beating Colorado. Trenton Bourguet played very well and the offense looks better heading into the UCLA game. There's also talk about the Big 12 finalizing its TV deal and how that affects ASU and the Pac-12.
Mark is solo in episode 17 and reacts to ASU's 15-14 loss to Stanford and the Sun Devils' upcoming game against Colorado. Also some talk about the recent rumors about Ray Anderson.
Mark and Colton talk about the Sun Devils' game against Stanford this weekend and go over a potential quarterback controversy with Emory Jones expected to start over Trenton Bourguet.
Mark and Colton talk about Trenton Bourguet and Shaun Aguano leading the Sun Devils to a 45-38 win over Washington. They also discuss a potential QB controversy in Tempe, look at the next few games on the schedule, and talk about the coaching search.
Mark and Colton react to the Sun Devils' loss to USC in LA, preview the Washington game, and look at the schedule going forward. They also talk about Shaun Aguano and the coaching search.
Mark talks about the Utah loss, the upcoming game at USC, and some news nuggets on episode 13 of Stomp the Bus. There's also more coaching search talk with Georgia Tech's head coaching job coming open.
Well, it finally happened. The Herm Edwards era is officially over and the Shaun Aguano era has begun. Mark and Colton chat about the recent developments at ASU and who the Sun Devils could target as their next football coach.
Well, you know what happened by now... Mark shares his thoughts on Arizona State's 30-21 home loss to Eastern Michigan.
Mark and Colton react to the Sun Devils' loss in Stillwater before previewing the game against Eastern Michigan. The guys look at some of the Nebraska coaching candidates and talk about some of the lesser-known guys that could be options for ASU.
Mark breaks down Arizona State's dominant win over Northern Arizona in Week 1, then previews Saturday's game against Oklahoma State.
Sports betting extraordinaire Connor Pelton joins the Stomp the Bus show to discuss interesting sports betting futures about ASU football and the national landscape.
Mark and Colton take a game-by-game look at the 2022 ASU football schedule and predict where the Sun Devils will finish. They also react to the news of Emory Jones being named the starting quarterback and the news that the Big Ten may not be done expanding.
Mark and Colton react to the leaked Arizona State football uniforms on episode 6 of the Stomp the Bus Show. Then, they talk about the NCAA investigation into ASU Football not ending soon and go over some news nuggets.
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Mark and Colton chat about ASU getting into the NIL game with the Sun Angel Collective launching. They also go over five under-the-radar players to watch for at fall camp.
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Mark and Colton chat about ASU football players asking for NIL deals on Twitter and the mood of the fanbase entering the season. Before that, they discuss Pac-12 Media Day topics, the players' confidence in the team, and Colton's losing bet on the ASU-Colorado game last season.
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Mark and Colton react to some of Ray Anderson's comments to The Arizona Republic before discussing the Big 12 merger not happening and potential expansion schools for the Pac-12.
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Mark and Colton chat about some conference realignment news tidbits before sharing some general impressions on ASU's chances in 2022.
Mark Harris and Colton Dodgson chat about what happens next for ASU in this round of conference realignment on episode 1 of the Stomp The Bus Show.