It found a quarterback and a wide receiver in the transfer portal, but Arizona State continues to attack.
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The Sun Devils have now added a running back and a defensive back.
BREAKING: Villanova RB David Avit is transferring to Arizona State. pic.twitter.com/V4KjrlZm3R
— PHNX Sun Devils (@PHNX_SunDevils) January 4, 2026
David Avit, a former Villanova standout, has committed to Arizona State from the portal. The 6-foot, 225-pounder tallied 687 yards rushing and eight touchdowns on 125 carries last season. He totaled nearly 1,000 yards in 2024 with 923 and nine scores on 173 attempts. Avit posted five 100+ yard outings for his career, so his experience and productivity is needed in Tempe, Ariz.
He takes over for the departed Raleek Brown.
BREAKING: Texas CB Caleb Chester is transferring to Arizona State, per multiple reports. pic.twitter.com/NML6uKHgjB
— PHNX Sun Devils (@PHNX_SunDevils) January 4, 2026
Sep 13, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive backs Graceson Littleton (29) and Caleb Chester (25) react after Littleton made an interception during the second half against the Texas El Paso Miners at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
Caleb Chester, a former Texas cornerback, made ASU his transfer destination. The 6-foot-1, 179-pounder played in one matchup for the Longhorns in 2025. He excelled at Fort Bend Marshall High School, amassing 42 tackles, eight pass breakups, and an interception for his career. Chester did not get an opportunity in the Lone Star state, so maybe ASU is better for him.
Keith Abney II is a talented defensive back that ASU loses to the NFL Draft.
Chester could possibility give the program what it is losing in Abney’s departure.
Stephen M. Smith is a writer for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on X via @CoachingMSmith.
