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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

Senior running back Cameron Marshall rushes past defenders during last year’s Homecoming game against Colorado. Coach Todd Graham named Marshall as one of the team’s captains, along with redshirt senior linebacker Brandon Magee, redshirt senior offensive lineman Andrew Sampson and redshirt senior safety Keelan Johnson. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Graham announces ASU football's four captains

Todd Graham announced the team’s four captains for the 2012 season.

By William Boor | August 26, 2012

Sun Devil football players eager to hit the gridiron come fall

Sun Devils football installed their scout team Monday, signaling an official end to preseason camp.

By William Boor | August 23, 2012

Football coach Todd Graham signals commands during ASU’s Spring Game last April. The Sun Devils open Graham’s inaugural season on Aug. 30 against NAU. Photo by Sam Rosenbaum

ASU football ready to begin new era under Graham

Despite the long odds, the Sun Devils believe they have what it takes to win this season.

By William Boor | August 22, 2012

Lewis still adjusting back onto field

Deantre Lewis was limited as a precaution due to muscle strains. He wore a green non-contact jersey and was a regular at Muscle Beach with running back Cameron Marshall.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 22, 2012

Q&A: Hubner on punting progress, golf

When ASU senior punter Josh Hubner takes the field, Sun Devils’ fans are usually frustrated that the offense was unable to put points on the scoreboard. However, Hubner, who averaged 41.3 yards per punt last season, often pins opponents deep in their own territory.

By William Boor | August 21, 2012

Nelson, Ross 'chicken-fighting' through camp

First and 10, ball at the 30-yard line. Arizona State senior wide receiver Rashad Ross received the play call from the sidelines during 11-on-11 and ran to the boundary side.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 21, 2012

Anderson adjusting from WR to CB

Arizona State redshirt freshman Michael Eubank lined up to take the snap at Camp Tontozona and looked over to read the cornerback.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 21, 2012

Kelly named ASU starting quarterback

Rudy Carpenter, Danny Sullivan, Steven Threet, Brock Osweiler, Taylor Kelly. For the fifth time in five seasons, the ASU Sun Devils will begin a football season with a new starting quarterback.

By William Boor | August 20, 2012

ASU receivers, defensive backs making strides

The ASU football team’s return to Camp Tontozona was as much about restoring a tradition as it was about helping the team build camaraderie. Junior college transfer safety Chris Young is a player that has impressed on the field with his blitzing ability. However, Young was not the most talkative player and fall camp has given him the necessary timeframe to acclimate himself to the team.

By William Boor | August 18, 2012

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