Kentucky Eyes Quarterback Swap with Arizona State

Kentucky Eyes Arizona State Quarterback Sam Leavitt

Kentucky is making waves in the college football transfer portal, now in the running to pick up Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt. This comes after Kentucky quarterback Cutter Boley decided to leave for Arizona State, creating a game of musical chairs with football players.

Leavitt's Impressive 2024 Season

Leavitt had a standout year in 2024, leading Arizona State to the College Football Playoff. They lost to Texas in a thrilling double-overtime game. Leavitt threw for 2,885 yards and 24 touchdowns that season. He was a former four-star recruit from Michigan State.

Injury-Plagued 2023 Season

This season, Leavitt suffered an injury and had to undergo surgery on his foot. He only played in seven games, throwing for 1,628 yards and 10 touchdowns. He also ran for 306 yards and five touchdowns. Leavitt is now in the transfer portal with two years of eligibility left.

High Demand for Leavitt

Leavitt is a hot commodity, with Oregon and LSU also interested in him. Kentucky's new head coach, Will Stein, knows Oregon's system well, having previously been their offensive coordinator. Kentucky plays in the SEC, a big league, making it a good fit for Leavitt.

Kentucky's Opportunity

Kentucky is not the only school after Leavitt, but they have a good chance. They need a quarterback, and Leavitt needs a new team. It could be a perfect match.

Arizona State's Interest in Boley

Arizona State is also in the mix for Cutter Boley, who left Kentucky after two seasons. He passed for 2,160 yards and 15 touchdowns, earning a spot on the All-SEC Freshman Team. Arizona State needs a quarterback, and Boley could be their guy.