TEMPE — Arizona State will pack its bags for El Paso to play in the 2025 Sun Bowl, aiming to close the season on a high note.
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Oct 18, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils running back Raleek Brown (3) celebrates with offensive lineman Josh Atkins (53) and wide receiver Malik McClain (12) after scoring a touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the fourth quarter at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
According to On3Sports’ Brett McMurphy, the Sun Devils’ opponent remains undecided. ASU is slated to face an ACC team, but the matchup will be finalized after the conference’s championship game on Saturday.
ASU’s season didn’t end the way the program had hoped and the bowl trip carries emotional weight for the team. After a year marked by highs and lows, the Sun Devils see the Sun Bowl as a chance to finish strong. It may not be the Big 12 title they once chased, but it’s an opportunity to add one more win to a turbulent season.
Oct 18, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils defensive lineman Anthonie Cooper (96) sacks Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback Will Hammond (15) in the second half at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Sun Bowl is also expected to showcase several NFL prospects, as fans and scouts turn to bowl games to evaluate emerging talent. Strong postseason performances could influence potential prospects from possibly joining the program in the future.
As Arizona State awaits its opponent, the team hopes to close a wild season with one more win.
Sep 13, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils offensive lineman Rob Lapuaho (56) and Uriah Neloms (81) pregame against the Texas State Bobcats at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images
The Sun Bowl will be played on Dec. 31, 2025.
More confirmed bowl destinations, sources told @On3sports
USC in Alamo Bowl vs. Big 12
Utah in Las Vegas Bowl vs. Big Ten
Arizona in Holiday Bowl vs. ACC
Arizona State in Sun Bowl vs. ACC
Complete list of confirmed matchups ⤵️https://t.co/Z4QMu99s85— Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) December 6, 2025
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
