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Stanford looks to keep Rose Bowl hopes alive against ASU

The No. 6 Stanford Cardinal come to Tempe with BCS aspirations, but are wary of an ASU team known for giving top teams a run for their money.

By Tyler Emerick | November 11, 2010

EDGE: Quarterback Luck gives Cardinal advantage against ASU

With an elite quarterback and rock-solid offensive line, No. 7 Stanford has the upper hand against ASU.

By Nick Ruland | November 11, 2010

FUTILE CHASE: Senior cornerback LeQuan Lewis outruns USC defenders during last Sautrday's 34-33 ASU loss. Lewis returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown just a week after making a key interception in ASU's win over Washington State. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Cornerback Lewis emerges with speed, versatility

Cornerback LeQuan Lewis was never a full-time starter and coaches have had a hard time finding a role for him. But the senior has a newfound designation no one can question.

By Nick Ruland | November 11, 2010

HIGH EXPECTATIONS: Oregon sophomore quarterback Darron Thomas leads a powerful Ducks offense that may have more speed than any team in the country. With just California, UA and Oregon State left to play, Oregon is widely expected to appear in the BCS National Championship game. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bowl predictions: Oregon likely to represent Pac-10 in title game

With just a few weeks left, the bowl picture is starting to look a little clearer and the Pac-10 should be well represented

By Tyler Emerick | November 11, 2010

Up and down season has Threet breaking records

Quarterback Steven Threet’s 2010 season has been full of ups and downs, and he is approaching ASU records in many catagories, good and bad.

By Andrew Gruman | November 11, 2010

Sophomore quarterback Osweiler to join men’s basketball team

According to an ASU athletics official, steps are being taken to have sophomore backup quarterback Brock Osweiler join the men’s basketball team after the football season is over.

By Andrew Gruman | November 10, 2010

Junior Simpson emerging as go-to receiver

In the ASU offense, being in the right place at the right time is beneficial. Redshirt junior receiver has been in all the right places recently.

By Andrew Gruman | November 9, 2010

ASU senior punter Trevor Hankins was arrested Friday in Scottsdale on suspicion of DUI. (Courtesy of Scottsdale Police)

ASU punter Trevor Hankins will play Saturday after DUI arrest

ASU senior punter Trevor Hankins issued an apology Tuesday for a DUI arrest that caused him to miss last Saturday’s game against Southern California with a suspension.

By Tyler Lockman | November 9, 2010

ARMED AND DANGEROUS: Redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet threw two interceptions against Southern California on Saturday, his 14th and 15th of the season. Eight of Threet's interceptions have come in the second half of Pac-10 games. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Erickson avoids hindsight, stands by play calls

The ASU football team’s one-point loss to the Trojans on Saturday contained so many unpredictable play outcomes it’s hard to filter the contest into conventional measures.

By Nick Ruland | November 8, 2010

WEB OF DESPAIR: Redshirt senior kicker Thomas Weber struggled again in 2010, 10-for-17 so far on field goals, including a potential game-winner against USC on Saturday. In his freshman season, Weber made 24 of 25 kicks and won the Lou Groza Award for college football's best kicker. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Special teams blunders costly in loss to USC

As ASU invented yet another way to lose a close game last Saturday, it seemed as though it all unraveled from a single loose thread.

By Nick Ruland | November 8, 2010

TROJAN TRIUMPH: USC sophomore quarterback Matt Barkley scrambles with the ball during the Trojans' 34-33 win over ASU on Saturday. Barkley finished the game 26-of-37 with 215 yards and three touchdowns. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

USC catches a break, tops ASU in strange contest

Both ASU and USC have had their share of heartbreak this season. On Saturday, one of the two teams had to feel that sting again.

By Tyler Emerick | November 7, 2010

MISSING PIECE: After having to take over punting duties due to senior Trevor Hankins' one-game suspension, senior kicker Thomas Weber's struggles continued when he missed a potential game-winning field goal from 42 yards out against USC on Saturday. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devils fall to USC after late missed field goal

The ASU football team moved one step closer to bowl elimination Saturday night, suffering yet another crushing defeat in the games’ waning minutes, falling 34-33 to USC.

By Andrew Gruman | November 6, 2010

Replay: ASU at USC

Replay Saturday's ASU football showdown against USC with a transcript of our live gameday blog.

By Tyler Emerick | November 6, 2010

MARSHALL LAW: Sophomore running back Cameron Marshall runs through a Washington State defender during ASU’s 42-0 win last Saturday. The Sun Devils travel to Los Angeles on Saturday in hopes of beating USC for the first time since Nov. 6, 1999. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

ASU trying to top USC 11 years after last win

When the Sun Devils take the field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, it will be exactly 11 years to the day since ASU defeated the Trojans.

By Andrew Gruman | November 4, 2010

SECOND MEETING: USC sophomore quarterback Matt Barkley drops to pass during a game earlier this season. The Sun Devils stifled Barkley last season as he completed just seven of 22 passes for 112 yards. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Trojan)

Pressure on USC secondary to stop ASU pass attack

Saturday’s showdown in Los Angeles will likely pit the USC football team’s weak pass defense against ASU’s explosive pass offense.

By Tyler Emerick | November 4, 2010

Patience rewarded for linebacker Oliver Aaron

Junior linebacker Oliver Aaron is finally seeing the field after rarely doing so in his first two seasons.

By Rashad Abdullah | November 3, 2010

Trip to USC a homecoming for many Sun Devils

Forty-nine players on the ASU roster hail from California, with many from the Southern California area.

By Andrew Gruman | November 3, 2010

Offensive firepower gives Trojans early advantage

ASU may have the better defense, but slowing down the USC offense is no easy task.

By Nick Ruland | November 3, 2010

WRAPPING UP: Sophomore linebacker Vontaze Burfict and junior safety Eddie Elder take down a player from Washington State during ASU’s shutout victory over the Cougars on Saturday. Next up for the Sun Devils defense is the USC offense, ranked 13th in the nation. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Intimidating atmosphere awaits ASU football against USC

The ASU football team hasn’t won in Los Angeles since 1999 and faces the usual hostile environment Saturday, but the Sun Devils are confident about their chances.

By Nick Ruland | November 2, 2010

Defensive line demonstrates strength in win

The ASU defensive line recorded five sacks in their win against Washington State on homecoming.

By Justin Beatty | November 2, 2010

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