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Bruins can’t escape 2010 quarterback struggles and injuries

Through 10 games this season, the Bruins (4-6, 2-5 Pac-10) have played four players under center, including one walk-on.

By Tyler Emerick | November 25, 2010

ASU's talent across the field creates advantage over UCLA

ASU and UCLA have the same record heading into Friday’s matchup, but the Sun Devil’s overall talent gives them the edge.

By Nick Ruland | November 25, 2010

Amid career year, Taylor looks to go out on top

When senior wide receiver Kerry Taylor came to ASU in 2007, he already had not only the pedigree of a top-tier football player, but the poise and skill as well.

By Tyler Emerick | November 25, 2010

BIG BOOT: Redshirt senior punter Trevor Hankins takes the field earlier this season. Hankins 45.5 yards per punt average is currently third in the Pac-10 Conference and 10th in the nation. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Hargis overcomes gauntlet of challenges to leave mark at ASU

Senior offensive lineman Jon Hargis has seen more than his fair share of challenges in five seasons at ASU, but he fought through it all and remained optimistic.

By Nick Ruland | November 25, 2010

Position switch jumpstarts punter Hankins’ career

Trevor Hankins was all set to end his football career just a few short years ago.

By Andrew Gruman | November 25, 2010

SIDELINE SPECIALIST: Senior wide receiver Kerry Taylor has had his best season as a Sun Devil in 2010, leading the team with 42 receptions for 519 yards and three touchdowns on top of countless crucial first downs. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Sun Devils looking for win as seniors play last in Tempe

With seniors playing their final game at Sun Devil Stadium, ASU needs a win over UCLA to keep its long shot bowl chances alive.

By Andrew Gruman | November 25, 2010

State Press TV breaks down last home game vs. UCLA

State Press TV breaks down ASU's upcoming game against the UCLA Bruins, their last home game of the season.

By Master Tesfatsion and Andrew Boven | November 24, 2010

EXTRA REPS: Sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler takes a snap during ASU's 42-0 victory over Washington State on Oct. 30. Osweiler took reps with the first team during Monday's practice, but coach Dennis Erickson said redshirt junior Steven Threet will continue to be the starter during Monday's press conference. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Osweiler takes lead in practice, but Threet still starter

Despite sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler getting the majority of first-team repetitions Monday, redshirt junior Steven Threet remains ASU football’s starting quarterback.

By Nick Ruland | November 22, 2010

Lott quarterfinalist Lawrence Guy overcoming challenges on field, in classroom

Defensive tackle Lawrence Guy has attention deficit disorder and dyslexia, but has succeeded in the classroom and on the field.

By Andrew Boven | November 18, 2010

After tough losses, Erickson looks to maintain effort

With hopes of a bowl game flickering out, ASU coach Dennis Erickson is tasked with keeping his team motivated and working hard.

By Andrew Gruman | November 17, 2010

Winning out, petition could get ASU into bowl game

ASU has only one way to make it to a bowl game in 2010, and that includes winning their final two games and getting a petition from the Pac-10.

By Nick Ruland | November 16, 2010

ENIGMATIC OUTCOMES: Redshirt senior quarterback Steven Threet has been good and bad leading the 4-6 Sun Devils this season, as have many of his teammates, leaving many ASU fans in one of two schools of thought regarding the team's near future. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Divided thinking abound on future of ASU football

Supporters of the 2010 ASU football team have valid arguments to prove that ASU is “on the rise,” but also that ASU could be “stuck in its losing ways.”

By Nick Ruland | November 15, 2010

Cardinal’s smart play, late heroics knock off ASU

Facing what would be a crushing upset in Tempe, Stanford made smart plays late in the game to escape with a 17-13 win and keep its Rose Bowl hopes alive.

By Tyler Emerick | November 14, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 15

I am sick and tired of hearing about Boise State and Texas Christian. I just cannot stand the thought of either in the National Championship game.

By Tyler Lockman | November 14, 2010

LUCKY DAY: Junior defensive end James Brooks attempts to sack Stanford redshirt sophomore quarterback Andrew Luck during Saturday's 17-13 ASU loss. The Sun Devils defense did not allow Luck to throw a touchdown, something he hasn't done all season. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

ASU football's bowl hopes dashed in 17-13 loss to Stanford

The outcome was the same; only the opponent and score had changed. In a game much like any other in the 2010 season, the ASU football team fell to No. 6 Stanford on Saturday night, 17-13.

By Andrew Gruman | November 13, 2010

SPTV breaks down USC and Stanford games

SPTV breaks down last weeks game against USC and this week's match-up against No. 6 Stanford.

By Master Tesfatsion and Andrew Boven | November 13, 2010

Replay: ASU vs. Stanford

Replay ASU footballs game against Stanford with a full transcript of the State Press sports live blog.

By Tyler Emerick | November 13, 2010

Sophomore quarterback Osweiler to join men’s basketball team

The desire to play basketball never left ASU quarterback Brock Osweiler, and now the former Gonzaga recruit looks to succeed as a two-sport athlete.

By Andrew Gruman | November 11, 2010

Despite convincing win over Utah, TCU doubters remain

TCU demolished Utah last Saturday 47-7 on the road, but that still won’t stop people from leaving the Horned Frogs out of college football’s main event.

By Nathan Meacham | November 11, 2010

BOLD PLAY: Redshirt junior cornerback Omar Bolden runs an interception back for a touchdown against Southern California last Saturday. Bolden will play a key role in the secondary this week as it tries to stop Stanford's electric passer, redshirt sophomore Andrew Luck. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devil defense tasked with stopping Stanford’s Luck

In order to make a bowl game, ASU needs to move past the devastating losses and start turning the heartbreaking defeats into victories, starting Saturday with Stanford.

By Andrew Gruman | November 11, 2010

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