Things to watch: Sun Devils Football Fans Receives More Tantalizing News to Cheer About

Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is expected to return from a rib injury to start Saturday’s game against Oklahoma State, according to coach Kenny Dillingham on Wednesday.

Leavitt sustained the injury during a 27-19 victory over Utah on October 11 and missed the subsequent 24-14 loss to Cincinnati.

The Sun Devils (5-2, 2-2 Big 12) had a bye last weekend.

Leavitt, who transferred from Michigan State, has thrown for 1,166 yards, with eight touchdowns and four interceptions in six games this season.

Jeff Sims took over against Cincinnati, marking his 26th career start. He completed 12 of 23 passes for 155 yards and rushed 14 times for 53 yards.

Sims has also started for Georgia Tech (23 starts) and Nebraska (two starts).

–Field Level Media