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For hire: NFL Referees, no experience needed

Yet again — for five weeks straight — the replacement referees seem to be doing everything in their power to attempt to affect the outcome of NFL games.

By Mitch Terrell | September 10, 2012

Junior safety Alden Darby (left) and coach Todd Graham look off to the student section after the Sun Devils’ 45-14 win over Illinois on Saturday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Football braces for potential challenges on road

Memorial Stadium, home of the Missouri Tigers (1-1, 0-1 SEC), is a hostile stadium, and ASU coach Todd Graham implored his players to focus on the task at hand.

By William Boor | September 10, 2012

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Photos: ASU football tops Illinois 45-14

By State Press Photo Staff | September 9, 2012

Junior safety Alden Darby raises two pitchfork signs in celebration of the Sun Devils’ 45-14 win over Illinois on Saturday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU football minimizing penalties in first two games

In the first two games of the Todd Graham era, ASU has committed a total of five penalties for a measly 35 yards.

By William Boor | September 9, 2012

Devon Walker tragedy reminds sports fans life lessons

It looks like any ordinary play: Tulsa halfback gets tackled by a couple of Tulane players, end of story. Except it wasn’t.

By Troy Lopez | September 9, 2012

Junior tight end Chris Coyle carries the ball downfield during the Sun Devils’ 45-14 win over Illinois on Saturday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU TE Coyle shines vs. Illinois, gets more active role

For a school that proudly boasts alums like Todd Heap and Zach Miller currently in the NFL, Chris Coyle’s performance in the Sun Devils’ 45-14 victory over Illinois put him in the same light Saturday.

By Master Tesfatsion | September 9, 2012

Illinois sophomore quarterback Reilly O’Toole scans the field Saturday during the Illini’s 45-14 loss to ASU. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Illinois reserve QBs struggle as Illini falls to ASU

Illinois sophomore Reilly O’Toole and junior Miles Osei each made plays but struggled to be stable, as the Illini (1-1) lost to ASU 45-14.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 9, 2012

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Redshirt sophomore quarterback Taylor Kelly delivers a pass downfield during the Sun Devils’ 45-14 win over Illinois Saturday.

ASU football romps Illinois 45-14, improves to 2-0

The Sun Devils (2-0) steamrolled Illinois (1-1) 45-14.

By William Boor | September 8, 2012

Pitchfork Sports: Mistakes off field cause on field consequences

A notable amount of collegiate football players were suspended for their first game of the season, including three ASU players. Mistakes will cost you.

By Evan Triantafilidis | September 8, 2012

Live Tweet: ASU vs. Illinois

By CManager | September 8, 2012

Alden Darby, Brandon Magee and Taylor Kelly joke with each other during their post game press conference on Thursday night.

Photos: ASU football kicks off season against NAU

By State Press Photo Staff | September 6, 2012

Senior linebacker Brandon Magee carries the ball downfield for a touchdown after intercepting a pass during the Sun Devils’ 63-6 win over NAU last Thursday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

LB Jones to make first career start Saturday

Anthony Jones will start at “Sam” linebacker against Illinois.

By Master Tesfatsion | September 6, 2012

Fantasy football affects how fans root for games

Fantasy football puts fans in the ultimate paradox.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 6, 2012

LB Mendoza continues family’s love for football

It was written from birth that ASU freshman linebacker Carlos Mendoza would play football.

By Master Tesfatsion | September 5, 2012

The Edge: ASU owns slight advantage over Illinois

If the Sun Devils’ discipline plays out like it did last Saturday, an aspect that has bit them in close games could sway in their favor for once.

By Master Tesfatsion | September 5, 2012

Offensive lineman Kody Koebensky waits to snap the ball during the Sun Devils’ spring game last April. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Koebensky embraces heavy responsibilities at center

One missed call by Kody Koebensky, and it could result in a tackle for a loss or a sack.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 5, 2012

Junior wide receiver Kyle Middlebrooks (7) tries to run past a UA defender during the Sun Devils’ home game against the Wildcats on Sept. 5, 2012. Now a redshirt senior, Middlebrooks looks to mentor a reinvigorated special teams unit and be more productive on punt and kickoff returns. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

ASU WR Middlebrooks ready to play against Illinois

Kyle Middlebrooks has been fully participating at practice this week, and he is ready to play in his first game of the season.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 5, 2012

Illini’s defense, ball control key vs. ASU

When players from Illinois (1-0) and ASU (1-0) look across the field from each other Saturday, they may as well be looking into a mirror.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 5, 2012

Redshirt senior running back James Morrison receives a handoff during ASU’s Spring Game last April. Morrison and senior wide receiver Jamal Miles return to the team after both were suspended for violating team rules. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Football seeks to avenge last year’s loss to Illinois

After an impressive show in week one, ASU hopes to use its week two matchup to prove its drubbing over FCS foe NAU was not a fluke.

By William Boor | September 5, 2012

Redshirt junior wide receiver Kevin Ozier looks off to the sideline during ASU’s 63-6 win over NAU last Thursday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Ozier on receiving corps, replacing last year’s WRs

Ozier sat down with The State Press and talked about what improvements the receivers still need to make, as well as which of his teammates have impressed him thus far.

By William Boor | September 5, 2012

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