Overview
- Head coach Kenny Dillingham confirmed Monday that Ragle is away from the team on a health-related, open-ended leave.
- Program officials and reporters emphasized that Ragle was not fired or asked to step down.
- Assistant special teams coach Jack Nudo will run the unit, and Dillingham said he will remain involved during practice periods.
- Arizona State’s special teams have struggled this season, including two missed field goals and multiple penalties against Houston, with the unit rated last in Big 12 efficiency.
- The Sun Devils are 5-3 overall and 3-2 in Big 12 play, with a Nov. 1 road game at Iowa State up next.