The whispers came true on Monday night. Head coach Herm Edwards decided to end the speculation about the quarterback battle. Freshman Jayden Daniels will be the starting play-caller for ASU’s season opener on Aug. 29 against Kent State.
Here is the video of Edwards’ announcement:
Daniels will be the first true freshman quarterback to start a Sun Devil season-opener. The former four-star recruit was ASU’s highest ever at the position, and since he’s put on Maroon and Gold, he’s left no doubt that he can run with the opportunity.
“Jayden Daniels is the starting quarterback. That says a lot about him and his ability right now to do some things that we feel really good about,” Edwards said.