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Devil Dish: Oct. 7

This week’s athletic directors meeting in San Francisco marks the beginning of the home stretch for deciding the new layout to the Pac-12

By Tyler Emerick | October 6, 2010

Crow: History of ASU football not good enough

The ASU football program is in the midst of an extended rough patch, but ASU President Michael Crow still has high expectations for the near future. It just might take time.

By Tyler Lockman | October 6, 2010

Defensive end Onyeali to make first career start

Freshman Junior Onyeali will replace senior Jamarr Robinson at defensive end in his first career start against Washington Saturday.

By Andrew Gruman | October 6, 2010

Answers, not excuses, needed for ASU football

ASU football could be facing another losing season for the third straight year; this hasn’t happened since World War II.

By Nathan Meacham | October 5, 2010

ONGOING ISSUE: Sophomore linebacker Vontaze Burfict lines up against Portland State earlier this season. After numerous behavior issues, Burfict was benched Tuesday for Saturday’s game. (Photo By Scott Stuk)

Linebacker Burfict won’t start against Washington

In stark contrast to comments he made Monday, ASU football coach Dennis Erickson said Tuesday that he will not start sophomore linebacker Vontaze Burfict.

By Nick Ruland | October 5, 2010

Ducks lead Pac-10 rankings with Stanford win

Oregon’s domination of Stanford keeps it atop the Pac-10 power rankings.

By Andrew Gruman | October 5, 2010

Erickson addresses red zone issues, Burfict’s behavior

After losing its ninth consecutive FBS game dating back to 2009, coach Dennis Erickson wrestled tired topics at Monday’s press conference.

By Nick Ruland | October 4, 2010

BREAKING AWAY: Oregon State junior back Jacquizz Rodgers carries the ball against ASU on Saturday. The Beavers got the win 31-28 and Rodgers finished with 54 yards and two touchdowns. (Photo COurtesy of the Daily Barometer)

OSU picks apart ASU defense to win Pac-10 opener

ASU hadn’t allowed any points in the fourth quarter in 2010. Oregon State hadn’t scored any points in the fourth quarter in 2010. In just 24 seconds Saturday, both of those streaks were snapped.

By Tyler Emerick | October 3, 2010

PICKED OFF: Redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet releases a pass Saturday against Oregon State. Threet was intercepted three times in the 31-28 loss after throwing four last week against Oregon. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Barometer)

ASU among nation’s worst in red zone efficiency

The ASU football team’s staying power amongst the most penalized teams in college football has been unmatched the last three seasons.

By Nick Ruland | October 3, 2010

STEADY SCORER: Freshman running back Deantre Lewis rushes into the end zone against Oregon State on Sunday. Lewis finished with 104 yards and a touchdown, making it his third straight game over 100 yards. (Photo Courtesy of the Daily Barometer)

Beavers edge Sun Devils as Threet throws three interceptions

Looking to eliminate mistakes and end a losing streak, the Sun Devils went into Corvallis confident they could beat Oregon State.

By Andrew Gruman | October 2, 2010

Replay: ASU at Oregon State

Live updates from ASU vs. Oregon State in Corvallis, Ore. Keep refreshing the page for the most recent updates.

By Andrew Gruman | October 2, 2010

Wide receiver Gerell Robinson talks about offense, career game

Gerell Robinson had the best game of his career against Oregon.

By Andrew Boven | October 1, 2010

AIR BALL: Senior wide receiver Kerry Taylor reaches out to catch a pass against Oregon last weekend as a defender tries to stop the reception. ASU travels to Corvallis, Ore. to play Oregon State this weekend, the first of three straight road games. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Sun Devils look to halt losing streak against Beavers

In college football, losses can pile up in a hurry and before you know it, your season can be over. The Sun Devils look to stop the losses Saturday at Oregon State.

By Andrew Gruman | September 30, 2010

PROTECTIVE PASSER: Oregon State sophomore quarterback Ryan Katz looks for a receiver against Louisville earlier this season. Katz is yet to throw an interception through three games. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Barometer)

ASU defense to test Beavers' spotless turnover record

There are no “What ifs?” in Corvallis. Oregon State doesn’t beat itself. If the Beavers lose, it is because they were outplayed, not because of mental mistakes.

By Tyler Emerick | September 30, 2010

Tackle Guy named to Lott Trophy Watch List

ASU junior defensive tackle Lawrence Guy was added Thursday to the 2010 Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List.

By Tyler Lockman | September 30, 2010

EDGE: Sun Devils the favorite behind offensive weapons

Despite two straight losses, ASU travels to Corvallis, Ore. to take on Oregon State as the favorite behind quarterback Steven Threet and a powerful running attack.

By Nick Ruland | September 29, 2010

DOWN AND READY: Redshirt freshman Evan Finkenberg (62) blocks for redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet earlier this season. Finkenberg and redshirt sophomore Andrew Sampson will get their first career starts Oregon State on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Offensive line makes adjustments for injuries

Two offensive linemen will likely make their starting debuts this weekend against Oregon State after setbacks including an injury to junior offensive tackle Dan Knapp.

By Andrew Gruman | September 29, 2010

Sophomore safety Johnson quietly making impact

Sandwiched between household names like Vontaze Burfict and Omar Bolden, ASU redshirt sophomore safety Keelan Johnson often gets lost in the shuffle.

By Tyler Emerick | September 29, 2010

Arizona State University vs. University of Wisconsin

Linemen Knapp, Hargis on the mend

After spraining his MCL and missing most of Saturday’s 42-31 loss to Oregon, junior left tackle Dan Knapp returned to practice Tuesday and could play Saturday against Oregon State.

By Nick Ruland | September 28, 2010

Quarterbacks lead Heisman race in early season

Three weeks into the 2010 season and there are already clear favorites for the 2010 Heisman Trophy. Here is an early season look at a few of the frontrunners.

By Andrew Gruman | September 28, 2010

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