On October 5, 2024, the Arizona State Sun Devils triumphed over the Kansas Jayhawks 35–31 in a thrilling Big 12 matchup at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe. The game featured five lead changes in the fourth quarter alone, culminating in a game-winning touchdown pass from ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt to Jordyn Tyson with just 16 seconds remaining .

Leavitt delivered a strong performance, completing 14 of 24 passes for 157 yards and four touchdowns . Running back Cam Skattebo was instrumental, rushing for 182 yards and a touchdown, including a pivotal 39-yard run that set up the final score . 

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels threw for a season-high 260 yards and two touchdowns, while also adding a rushing score. Despite their efforts, the Jayhawks fell to 1–5 on the season, with four of those losses decided by a touchdown or less .

The victory improved Arizona State’s record to 4–1 overall and 1–1 in Big 12 play, marking their first conference win of the season .