Arizona State enters the late 2026 season at 5-4 overall and 3-3 in the Big 12 under fourth-year head coach Kenny Dillingham. Multiple quarterback changes have given way to freshman Jake Fette as starter, pairing with emerging freshman running back Cardae Mack to fuel recent wins over Kansas State and Colorado after blowout losses to Texas Tech and BYU. The defense has tightened in spots, though turnover margin remains a concern. Three games remain, including road contests at UCF and Arizona plus a home matchup with Oklahoma State, all with bowl eligibility and final win totals at stake following significant roster turnover from prior seasons. Trader consensus reflects this mix of young talent momentum against a challenging closing schedule.