Caine Savage commits to the Sun Devils

Another June day, another defensive back pledges to Arizona State. On Saturday afternoon Anaheim (Calif.) Western’s Caine Savage joined in as the Sun Devils latest commit of the 2020 class.

When Arizona State started pursuing Savage, they conveyed to him that they were looking for players who were versatile and have played multiple positions at a high level. The Anaheim (Calif.) Western two-way star, who is being recruited by the Sun Devils as a defensive back, has certainly checked that box as well as being very receptive to ASU’s recruiting efforts.

As a junior for the Pioneers, Savage posted 124 receptions for 2,104 yards and 32 touchdowns. From his defensive back spot, he tallied 87 tackles, 26 passes defended, eight interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown. His 2,664 all-purpose yards also include a kick return for a touchdown.

“I was there one time for a short visit,” Savage said in a previous interview, “but I liked everything about it. The coaching staff with Herm Edwards and Tony White who is recruiting me stood out the most. I really like talking to coach White. He always checks up on me and said that he only wants players who work hard, and that's the type of player I am. I know they played a lot of freshmen on defense so if I go there, I will get an opportunity.

“Coach White asked me what I want to get out of college and I told him to get a good education first of all, and to go somewhere where I fit in, meet a lot of people and make friends. Just go to a place where I will enjoy my time in college.”

Savage is the type of defensive back who relishes in man-to-man coverage and mentioned that attribute as one that has caught the eye of the ASU staff as they were pursuing him.

“The coaches told me how they liked the way I play on both sides of the ball,” Savage remarked. “Playing wide receiver really helps you play cornerback because you know what the wide receiver is thinking and what he’s going to do in certain formations.

“I have good make-up speed at cornerback, and I have good footwork getting in and out of breaks. I really like playing man-to-man, and I need to get more physical.”

ASU extended an offer to Savage on March 15th. Utah, Oregon State, Rutgers, and Washington State are among the other school to offer him to date.

The Anaheim (Calif.) Western athlete is ASU’s tenth known pledge of the 2020 class and the fourth defensive back to commit to the school.

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