SUN BOWL -- The list of standouts not playing on both sides seems longer than the one with who will suit up. Plus, Arizona State’s two coordinators are gone. What cannot be ignored is Florida State having roughly 20 players who are sitting out, plan to transfer or are injured. In fact, the Seminoles are without a single RB on scholarship. The task appears overwhelming for interim coach Odell Haggins, a placeholder for Mike Norvell. ASU coach Herm Edwards does not come across as a rock of stability but, in this context, qualifies as such.

SUN BOWL -- I think it's fair to question how motivated Florida State will be to play in this game given the situation with the program, and the weather. Current forecasts call for temperatures in the mid-40s at kickoff with winds of 11+ mph. That combined with Arizona State's defensive approach overall makes the Under seem like the safest play of all.

SUN BOWL -- The Seminoles were dealt a big blow with star RB Cam Akers declaring for the NFL Draft and announcing he'll sit out the bowl game. A lot of the matchups in this game favor Arizona State. True freshman QB Jayden Daniels is a budding star, and coach Herm Edwards will use this game as a springboard for next season. Lay the points.