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Sophomore safety Johnson quietly making impact

Sandwiched between household names like Vontaze Burfict and Omar Bolden, ASU redshirt sophomore safety Keelan Johnson often gets lost in the shuffle.

By Tyler Emerick | September 29, 2010

Arizona State University vs. University of Wisconsin

Linemen Knapp, Hargis on the mend

After spraining his MCL and missing most of Saturday’s 42-31 loss to Oregon, junior left tackle Dan Knapp returned to practice Tuesday and could play Saturday against Oregon State.

By Nick Ruland | September 28, 2010

Quarterbacks lead Heisman race in early season

Three weeks into the 2010 season and there are already clear favorites for the 2010 Heisman Trophy. Here is an early season look at a few of the frontrunners.

By Andrew Gruman | September 28, 2010

WRAPPED UP: Sophomore running back Cameron Marshall is taken down by an Oregon defender during Saturday's 42-31 loss. Marshall contributed 88 yards but also turned the ball over twice on fumbles. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Missteps preventing Sun Devils from making jump

There isn’t much separating the Sun Devils from being 4-0 and ranked somewhere in the Top 25 with marquee wins over Wisconsin and Oregon.

By Andrew Gruman | September 27, 2010

FULL SPEED: Freshman running back Deantre Lewis sprints away from an Oregon defender during the Ducks’ 42-31 victory Saturday night. Lewis gained 127 yards on 11 carries, including a 53-yard touchdown run. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Lewis may start at running back Saturday

Freshman running back Deantre Lewis could get the start next Saturday but will continue to share carries with sophomore Cameron Marshall.

By Andrew Gruman | September 27, 2010

Returning to past futility not an option for Cardinals

Technically, a win is a win, but for the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday’s victory over the Oakland Raiders is like beating Danny Devito in a game of one-on-one hoops.

By Nathan Meacham | September 27, 2010

Devil Dish: Sept. 28

I know sports is a business, but business is destroying the jersey.

By Elijah Grasser | September 27, 2010

FEMALE STUDENT BODY: Female students pass by the Health Services Building on the Tempe campus, which offers a variety of health care options for Sun Devils. USG is working to ensure that the health center addresses issues more specific to women. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Life's challenges mold cornerback Darby

Alden Darby's tough childhood prepared him for the rough experiences of college football.

By Rashad Abdullah | September 26, 2010

SAME OLD STORY: Junior quarterback Steven Threet rears back to pass as Oregon defenders pursue. Threet threw three touchdowns for 387 yards, but also four interceptions in the 42-31 loss. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Oregon capitalizes on turnovers to top ASU

It’s not often a team racks up 400 yards of total offense and is still outgained by almost 200 yards. It’s even more rare when that same team wins.

By Tyler Emerick | September 26, 2010

Sun Devils dropped by No. 5 Ducks behind mistakes

Despite seemingly outplaying a top-ranked opponent for a second straight week, the ASU football team once again lost, falling victim to a bevy of eye-popping mistakes in its 42-31 loss to Oregon.

By Nick Ruland | September 25, 2010

Replay: ASU vs. Oregon

0:00, fourth quarter Ducks use "V" formation to run out the clock. Final score: Oregon 42, ASU 31.

By Tyler Emerick | September 25, 2010

WR Mike Willie making impact early in season

In Mike Willie's first year with the Sun Devils, he has made an immediate impact and might be the most talented receiver on the team.

By Andrew Boven | September 24, 2010

Sun Devils hoping for sellout crowd against Oregon

With the No. 5 Oregon Ducks (3-0) coming to Tempe on Saturday night, The State Press asked five Sun Devils what a packed house would do for the team come game time.

By Tyler Emerick | September 23, 2010

MOVING THE CHAINS: Redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet calls out signals during ASU's loss to Wisconsin. Threet and the Sun Devils are hoping to improve their red zone execution Oregon this weekend. (Photo Courtesy of Norm Ritland)

Sun Devils trying to improve red zone offense

When taking on an offense with as much firepower as Oregon, the pressure could be on the ASU offense to keep up with the Ducks on Saturday.

By Andrew Gruman | September 23, 2010

High-powered offense leads Ducks against ASU

The No. 5 Oregon football team doesn’t need to dress up for Halloween this year. It is already scary enough.

By Tyler Emerick | September 23, 2010

EDGE: Speed, powerful offense make Oregon the favorite

No. 5 Oregon gets the obvious nod as the favorite Saturday, but ASU may be stronger in some ways

By Nick Ruland | September 23, 2010

COOL HANDS: In his first year as a Sun Devil, junior transfer Mike Willie has quickly become one of ASU's most reliable pass catchers. Through three games, the former junior college standout has yet to drop a ball. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Transfer receiver Willie brings hands, high expectations

If the ASU football team is going to go from Pac-10 afterthought to Rose Bowl contender, they’ll need to start thinking like one of its junior receivers — literally.

By Nick Ruland | September 23, 2010

HEAVY LOAD: Sophomore running back Cameron Marshall is taken down by Portland State defenders in ASU's first game of the season. The Sun Devils hope Marshall can help match Oregon's speedy ground game. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devils try to match Ducks’ speed

The ASU football team hasn’t had much success recently against the Oregon Ducks. In fact, UO has dominated the Sun Devils of late.

By Andrew Gruman | September 23, 2010

Threet’s composure on field vital for ASU’s success

Steven Threet’s leadership showed last Saturday and it is what could push ASU over the hump in upcoming big games.

By Nathan Meacham | September 23, 2010

PASS PROTECTORS: Redshirt junior offensive lineman Mike Marcisz, junior tight end trevor Kohl and redshirt junior Garth Gerhart walk off the field ahead of the player they protect, redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Once maligned, ASU offensive line now making consistent strides

After consecutive seasons full of struggles, the ASU offensive line has improved and is no longer a liability.

By Andrew Gruman | September 23, 2010

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