Arizona State desperately needs this win over Iowa State

Houston v Arizona State | Christian Petersen/GettyImagesArizona State is set to visit Ames on November 1 to play Iowa State; it is not only another Saturday game for Arizona State, but a contest in pride, development, and even survival. To the Sun Devils, this game carries weight that Iowa State simply doesn’t have to shoulder.

Arizona is struggling to remain relevant. At 35, the season of the Sun Devils has not been as intended. Their crime has stalled too frequently, with only slightly more than 21 points per game this season.

Meanwhile, Iowa State’s defense remains one of the toughest and most organized units in the country, surrendering just 17.3 points per game while consistently…