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ASU Sun Devils running back Kalen Ballage (7) takes the field during a football game against the Utah Utes in Sun Devil Stadium on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016.

ASU quarterback competition may not matter with run-first mentality

The Sun Devils' biggest storyline has been the quarterback battle, but with a loaded backfield it might not matter who's under center.

By Anthony Totri | July 29, 2017

Junior offensive lineman Sam Jones did the honors of smashing the rock with a steel hammer as the ASU football team celebrated the end of the summer workout season.

ASU football team celebrates start of new season by breaking the rock

After grueling summer workouts came to an end, the Arizona State football team entered into the 2017 season by smashing a rock into bits.

By Mark Harris | July 19, 2017

Roundtable: Former ASU football players share stories about their legendary coach Frank Kush

The State Press sat down with four former ASU football players to reminencise about the late coach Frank Kush

By Joe Jacquez | June 29, 2017

ASU Sun Devil Stadium's new video board is installed on June 1, 2017

A new main video board is the latest in several recent renovations to Sun Devil Stadium

The new 16mm main video board at Sun Devil Stadium is expected to increase fan experience and transform it into a multipurpose facility.

By Joe Jacquez | June 3, 2017

ASU Sun Devils defensive back Kareem Orr (25), left, and ASU Sun Devils defensive back Armand Perry (13) celebrate an interception during a football game against the Utah Utes in Sun Devil Stadium on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016.

ASU cornerback Kareem Orr leaves program, the fourth player to do so in 18 days

Kareem Orr brings the total of ASU football departures to four over the course of May.

By Anthony Totri | May 30, 2017

ASU Sun Devils place kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) Kicks his 89th feildgoal NCAA record for career field goals at the ASU Vs. UCLA footbal game on Oct. 8, 2016.

ASU football's Zane Gonzalez drafted in the seventh round by the Cleveland Browns

ASU kicker Zane Gonzalez was drafted by Cleveland Browns as the 224th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.

By Mark Harris | April 29, 2017

Joey Bryant poses for a photo at Sun Angel Stadium on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, in Tempe, Arizona.

ASU track and field jumper highlights his journey to Division I athletics

Joey Bryant talks about his journey to ASU and how he became a Sun Devil.

By Josh Zaklis | April 27, 2017

ASU senior Jacom Brimhall (22, white) runs the football as redshirt junior linebacker Christian Sam (2, maroon) chases him down to try and make the tackle during the annual Spring Football Game in Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, April 17, 2017.

Defensive unit looks improved during ASU football's spring game

ASU football's defense had the entire spring to make improvements, and the unit showed them off during Saturday's spring game.

By Anthony Totri | April 15, 2017

ASU senior kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) looks to the uprights before kicking a field goal in the second half of the 23-20 victory over the UCLA Bruins in Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016. Gonzalez broke the NCAA record for most field goals in a career in the game.

Former ASU kicker Zane Gonzalez should continue his success in the NFL

Zane Gonzalez, unanimous All-American and former kicker for the Sun Devils, will thrive in the NFL.

By Alexandra Wolfe | April 12, 2017

Video: Jacom Brimhall: The Man, the Myth, the Muscle Hamster

Jacom Brimhall has faced adversity his whole life because of his size, but with his determination and faith he achieved his dream of becoming an ASU football player.

By Marcella Baietto | April 10, 2017

Senior running back reflects on unusual path to Sun Devil football

At 5-foot-8, senior running back Jacom Brimhall took a path less traveled to ASU football.

By Anthony Totri | April 10, 2017

ASU Sun Devils running back Demario Richard (4) watches Cougar defenders as he runs towards the end zone during a game against WSU in Sun Devil Stadium, in Tempe, Arizona, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016.

Running back Demario Richard is rejuvenated, looks like ASU football's spring star

Coming off an injury plagued season, Demario Richard is planning on finishing his final season with plenty of trips to the end zone.

By Anthony Totri | April 6, 2017

Tight end Tommy Hudson ready to contribute for ASU football

Sophomore tight end Tommy Hudson didn't get much playing time for ASU football last season, but he's ready to leave an impression for the Sun Devils in 2017.

By Mark Harris | April 5, 2017

ASU football's offensive carousel still spins as two weapons remain limited

With two weeks remaining in spring practice, ASU football's offense is a revolving door with several players coming in and out.

By Anthony Totri | April 3, 2017

A school's athletic success raises applicant interest

Colleges often catch the attention of prospective freshmen when their athletic programs have successful seasons in what is referred to as the "Flutie Effect."

By Alexndra Wolfe | March 29, 2017

ASU Sun Devils quarterback Manny Wilkins (5) runs the ball on a quarterback-keep play during a football game against the UW Huskies on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, in Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

Quarterback competition continues to capture spotlight at ASU football spring practice

The Sun Devils returned to practice Monday with several defensive players earning attention.

By Anthony Totri | March 27, 2017

ASU redshirt sophomore quarterback Manny Wilkins (5) fakes a handoff to junior running back Demario Richard (4) in the first half of a game versus WSU in Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016.

ASU football continues spring practice with emphasis on team offense, defense

The Sun Devils are 10 days into the first training sessions of the 2017 season and are looking to approach the year as a team rather than individuals.

By Anthony Totri | March 24, 2017

Award recipients Michael Burns and Jack Furst pose with Sparky on Founders' Day 2017.

ASU alumni recognized at Founders' Day

ASU alums Michael Burns and Jack Furst were honored during the annual Founders' Day event.

By Jordan Tower | March 19, 2017

ASU men's basketball should play GCU

Now that GCU basketball is eligible for NCAA tournament play, ASU should start playing games against them.

By Alexandra Wolfe | March 15, 2017

Historic football scholarship shows progress of LGBT community

The growing acceptance of the LGBT community can be represented through sports and My-King Johnson's historic scholarship.

By Kynan Marlin | March 15, 2017

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