Social media had very different thoughts on ASU football's chances vs Cincinnati with Jeff Sims starting for an injured Sam Leavitt at quarterback.

Jeff Sims is the starting quarterback for ASU against Cincinnati with Sam Leavitt out with an injury. Here's what you need to know about the backup.

Sam Leavitt was injured in Arizona State’s win over Utah and will be replaced by veteran quarterback Jeff Sims in ASU’s game against Cincinnati Saturday, coach Kenny Dillingham said Wednesday

ASU head coach Kenny Dillingham announced redshirt freshman quarterback Sam Leavitt will sit out due to injury and senior Jeff Sims will start against Cincinnati on Oct. 19.

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Freshman quarterback Sam Leavitt will not play in Arizona State’s game this weekend at Cincinnati, Head Coach Kenny Dillingham said on Wednesday. Senior transfer QB Jeff Sims is expected to get the start on Saturday for Leavitt, who has started all of ASU’s games so far this season.

Arizona State starting quarterback Sam Leavitt will miss Saturday's game at Cincinnati and possibly more time with an injury to his ribs.

Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is out for Saturday's game against Cincinnati after suffering a rib injury. Jeff Sims will start in his place.