Pac 12 Football: Week 2 Power Rankings

The Sun Devils passing defense is just awful, and that’s just being kind. They have allowed 909 yards in the air in just two games, last in the NCAA of 132 teams. They are nearly 100 yards more than Hawaii, and they also have given up six touchdowns, tied for 113th. On the flip-side, their rushing defense is its blockade force.

Giving up just 64 yards per game which stand 12th in the nation. However, Arizona State running back Kalen Ballage is a pure baller. He finished off Texas Tech with eight touchdowns and had runs of 75, 7, 4, 2, 1, 1 and 1, plus a 39-yard reception. The eight scores also tied a NCAA record.

Ballage’s opportunities came on unique plays. Seven were direct-snap runs and another on a 39-yard, double-reverse flea flicker. This offense was missing against Northern Arizona in a game they nearly lost.

Quarterback Manny Wilkins showed off his passing and running skills against the Aztecs. He finished the day with 28-of-37 passing for 351 yards and two touchdowns. Wilkins also ran for 55-yards on ten carries. N’Keal Harry was Wilkins primary receiver, and he caught six passes for 72 yards and a touchdown. The freshman has been an active part of this offense for the last two games.

Arizona State will now put their focus on UT-San Antonio for Friday night.

Next: 5. UCLA