Overview
- Both teams are in El Paso and practicing, with Arizona State holding sessions at Eastwood High School ahead of Wednesday’s game.
- Arizona State will start quarterback Jeff Sims, and true freshman Cam Dyer is expected to see playing time.
- Incoming recruit Jake (Jack) Fette participated in ASU practice in his hometown in a rare pre-enrollment cameo and plans to enroll in January.
- ASU says some draft declarants will play, including Jordan Crook and Justin Wodtly, while others such as Jordyn Tyson, Raleek Brown and Keyshaun Elliott will sit; Duke lists Brian Parker II, Chandler Rivers and Vincent Anthony Jr. as opt-outs.
- Duke quarterback Darian Mensah is expected to play, and the free Sun Bowl Fan Fiesta runs Dec. 30 from 4 to 10 p.m. at the El Paso Convention Center with a parade and Battle of the Bands.