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Student section fills seats, despite low attendance

The feeble attendance, which some expected due to the nature of the competition, is not something new for ASU’s home opener.

By Mitch Terrell | September 4, 2012

Redshirt junior linebacker Anthony Jones chases after senior wide receiver Jamal Miles during the Sun Devils’ spring game in April. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

LB Jones works to move up depth chart, could move to cornerback

Todd Graham said he views Anthony Jones as a starter in this team’s defense and will have him take reps with the first team in practice.

By William Boor | September 4, 2012

Football coach Todd Graham celebrates from the sideline during ASU’s 63-6 win over NAU on Thursday. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Graham sets example with Thursday's suspensions

Todd Graham felt his message was received loud and clear in the locker room.

By Master Tesfatsion | September 3, 2012

Finally, football is back

Now that the season finally began last week, we can finally debate on-the-field happenings instead of discussing the repercussions of another scandal.

By Justin Janssen | September 3, 2012

Foster, Magee carry football to victory

While both wearing the number eight, freshman running back DJ Foster and redshirt senior linebacker Brandon Magee pushed the Sun Devils to a 57-point victory.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 30, 2012

NAU senior quarterback Cary Grossart hands the ball off to junior running back Zach Bauman during NAU’s 63-6 loss to ASU on Thursday. Both of Lumberjacks’ impact players had suffered game-ending injuries in the first half. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

NAU hit by turnovers, injuries in loss to ASU

A couple plays into the first quarter, it was apparent that NAU (0-1) was in for a long night.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 30, 2012

Senior running back Cameron Marshall dives into the end zone for a touchdown during ASU’s 63-6 win over NAU on Thursday. Marshall led the Sun Devils with two rushing touchdowns in the first quarter. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU football routs NAU 63-6, gets Graham's first win

In his first game, a 63-6 drubbing of in-state rival NAU, coach Todd Graham delivered.

By William Boor | August 30, 2012

Fans become connected with new jerseys-- especially when they can wear them too. Photo by Evan Triantafilidis.

Pitchfork Sports: New uniforms and traditions empower teams

New jerseys excite not only the players but the fans.

By Evan Triantafilidis | August 30, 2012

Redshirt senior safety Keelan Johnson (10) dives at former Boise State running back Doug Martin for a tackle during the MAACO Bowl Las Vegas last December. Johnson’s commitment to improving both on the field and in the classroom led to his teammates voting for him as a team captain. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Keelan Johnson evolves as captain, scholar athlete

Johnson wanted to demand more out of himself during his last season as a Sun Devil.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 29, 2012

Junior quarterback Cary Grossart throws a pass during the game against Eastern Washington.

NAU brings balanced offensive attack, seeks upset

The NAU Lumberjacks are coming to Tempe looking for an upset, and their talented offense could give Graham and the Sun Devils defense some headaches.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 29, 2012

Junior linebacker Kipeli Koniseti rests during a break at the Sun Devils’ practice at Sun Devil Stadium on Thursday. Koniseti won the respect of his teammates for raising a family while being a full-time student and member of the ASU football team. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Koniseti balances football, marriage, fatherhood

Koniseti clearly has a lifestyle different from the typical collegiate athlete, but it is one his teammates respect him for.

By William Boor | August 29, 2012

Coach Todd Graham talks with a player during the Sun Devils’s practice at Sun Devil Stadium on Tuesday. Graham will coach his first game at ASU in Thursday’s home game against NAU. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Graham era kicks off with football's opener vs. NAU

The Sun Devils are not taking this game against NAU lightly.

By William Boor | August 29, 2012

Junior running back Marion Grice tracks after a ball during the Sun Devils’ practice Tuesday at Sun Devil Stadium. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Transfer RB Grice adjusts, opens up to team

Marion Grice is in his first year at ASU and he is trying to quietly make an impact.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 29, 2012

The Edge: ASU should trump all positions

The Sun Devils should win this game, or else it’ll be a terrible start for the Todd Graham era.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 29, 2012

Redshirt junior linebacker Grandville Taylor (56) rushes after redshirt sophomore quarterback Taylor Kelly during ASU’s Spring Game last April. Taylor and fellow redshirt junior linebacker Brandon Johnson both received athletic scholarships, coach Todd Graham announced Tuesday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Coach Graham awards scholarships to football players Taylor, Johnson

While Grandville Taylor was expecting the announcement, Brandon Johnson did not know if he would receive a scholarship this year.

By William Boor | August 28, 2012

Retraction: ASU, Tempe to kick off football season with first-ever joint tailgate

ASU and Tempe will partner for the first time for a No Sweat tailgate party Thursday.

By Editorial Board | August 28, 2012

Junior defensive end Junior Onyeali celebrates after a play during a road game against UCLA last Nov. Onyeali will begin the season as a playing defensive end after playing last year as a linebacker. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Onyeali moves back to the D-end

After a short stint as a linebacker position, Onyeali is back playing defensive end for the ASU defense.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 28, 2012

Hood gears up for first football game, possible start

Jaxon Hood will likely be just the fifth true freshman Sun Devil to start his first career game since 1972.

By William Boor | August 27, 2012

Certain first picks, sleepers key for fantasy football

This year, more than any other, could be the most exciting for fantasy football owners.

By Mitch Terrell | August 27, 2012

Arizona Cardinals stuck in messy quarterback situation, picking between “awful” choices

There’s no downside to this NFL preseason, except picking between Kevin Kolb and John Skelton as the Arizona Cardinal starting quarterback after the game.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 27, 2012

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