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Fans will miss David Stern for the good or bad

No matter how much you like or dislike David Stern, the sports world will miss him when he retires.

By Josh Nacion | October 29, 2012

Colin Parker stands with his father, Anthony, after ASU’s victory over USC in 2010. ASU won 43-22. (Photo courtesy of Colin Parker)

Former Sun Devil used time at ASU to reach NFL

Arizona Cardinals linebacker and Sun Devil football alumnus Colin Parker overcame injury issues, using his time at ASU to reach his goal of playing in the National Football League.

By Kyle Payne | October 29, 2012

Football head coach Todd Graham observes the action on the field during the Sun Devils’ 45-43 loss to UCLA on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Graham expects ASU football to respond to adversity

Todd Graham knows the team has little time to reflect, but he is expecting a strong response from his team as they travel to No. 11 Oregon State this weekend.

By William Boor | October 29, 2012

ASU honors alumni in NFL

To honor the greats of ASU’s football history, homecoming week hosted about 60 alumni for the “Legends Luncheon: Celebrating the NFL” on Friday at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel to an audience of more than 300 people.

By Janslle Ong | October 28, 2012

Redshirt senior cornerback Deveron Carr watches as UCLA redshirt senior tight end Joseph Fauria hauls in a touchdown pass during the Sun Devils’ 45-43 loss to the Bruins on Saturday. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU secondary’s ‘no-fly zone’ suffers breaches

While the U.N. Security Council will lift the no-fly zone over Libya this week, UCLA removed ASU’s no-fly zone Saturday.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 28, 2012

UCLA redshirt freshman quarterback Brett Hundley throws the ball to an open receiver during the Sun Devils' 45-43 loss to the Bruins on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bruins rally twice to seal win over ASU football

The Bruins were able to respond to the adversity and kick a field goal as time expired to win 45-43.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 27, 2012

UCLA freshman kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn launches a 33-yard field goal that gave the Bruins their 45-43 win over the Sun Devils Saturday. (Photo by Vince Dwyer)

UCLA's last-second field goal burns ASU football 45-43

UCLA's fourth score of the second half gave the Bruins a 45-43 victory over the Sun Devils.

By William Boor | October 27, 2012

Live Tweet: UCLA at ASU Homecoming Game

By CManager | October 27, 2012

The EDGE: ASU barely favored over UCLA

The Sun Devils responded well as a unit after their first loss, but how will they respond without Sutton?

By Master Tesfatsion | October 25, 2012

Junior tight end Chris Coyle fights through the Oregon defense during the Sun Devils’ 43-21 loss to the No. 4 Ducks on Oct. 18. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU football faces UCLA in critical midseason game

ASU’s homecoming game against UCLA is critical for both teams.

By William Boor | October 25, 2012

Redshirt junior linebacker Anthony Jones looks to the sidelines for the play in ASU’s 45-14 victory over Illinois on Sept. 8. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Hamilton-Chandler rivalry extends in ASU-UCLA

For Jaxon Hood and Anthony Jones, this game against UCLA means a little bit more.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 24, 2012

UCLA pushes for Pac-12 South statement in Tempe

A victory for either UCLA or ASU puts them ahead in the race for the championship.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 24, 2012

Junior safety Alden Darby speaks to reporters on Tuesday in his Pat Tillman camouflage jersey, an honor awarded by football coach Todd Graham. (Photo by Master Tesfatsion)

Graham awards Darby honorary Tillman 42 jersey

Darby didn’t wear his typical No. 4 jersey at practice; instead he wore the honorary No. 42.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 23, 2012

The number of police officers at the ASU vs. Oregon game reached 90, with hired security doubling that amount, leaving little room for crime within the stadium. (Photo by Vince Dwyer)

ASU Police see improvement in student behavior at football games

Football events are becoming more family-oriented, which police said is a reason for the decrease in arrests at games.

By Maria Thompson | October 22, 2012

Junior tight end Chris Coyle catches a pass during the Sun Devils’ 63-6 win over NAU on Aug. 30. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU football looks past loss, shifts focus to UCLA

Although the Sun Devils are coming off a disappointing loss, the team is focused on its upcoming game against UCLA.

By William Boor | October 22, 2012

Redshirt junior defensive tackle Will Sutton celebrates after a play during the Sun Devils’ 37-7 win over Utah on Sept. 22. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Sutton suits up for practice Sunday, Pennel returns

Will Sutton “received a good prognosis” from the medical staff on Friday and suited up during Sunday’s practice.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 21, 2012

Fantasy football ruins fandom

Do you want your favorite team to win, or do you want your fantasy team to win so you can brag to your roommates and friends?

By William Boor | October 21, 2012

Junior defensive tackle Will Sutton waves to fans as he leaves Thursday’s game against Oregon with an apparent right knee injury. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Defense falls apart after Sutton leaves game vs. Oregon

There’s a bigger issue at hand than Puddles the Duck: the health of Will Sutton.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 18, 2012

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Oregon gets spark from Barner, rout Sun Devils

The Ducks then took advantage of the next 59 minutes of the game and dominated the Sun Devils 43-21.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 18, 2012

Freshman forward Cali Farquharson (17) controls the ball with freshman mid-fielder Tommi Goodman (5) trailing in the Sun Devil’s 5-4 double overtime win over USC on Sept. 28. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU football downed by No. 3 Oregon 43-21

The Ducks defeated the Sun Devils 43-21 in a game that wasn't nearly as close as the score indicates.

By William Boor | October 18, 2012

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