Overview

• After being listed as probable Wednesday and doubtful Thursday, a school representative told reporters Friday that Sam Leavitt will not play at Utah.
• Sixth-year quarterback Jeff Sims, who has 26 career starts at Georgia Tech, Nebraska and ASU, is slated to start in Salt Lake City.
• Dillingham said the issue dates to Sept. 20 at Baylor and called any appearance a “mini miracle,” adding that Arizona State’s game plan will not change.
• Leavitt has completed 63.1% of his passes for 1,039 yards and eight touchdowns with three interceptions, plus 281 rushing yards and five scores for the 4-1 Sun Devils.
• Betting markets shifted toward Utah following the news, with some lines moving to about Utes -9.5, and rain is forecast at Rice-Eccles Stadium.