"We're focused on their experience from all aspects of being a student-athlete, and you’ve got a community of support that's stepping up on their behalf.” ASU AD Graham Rossini pleased with the NIL trajectory of the school

When examining the current group of ASU players, how did the recruiting rankings view them coming out of high school, and how many of them turned out to be underrated based on their caliber of play in college? Here's Joe Healey's latest Sun Devil Science analysis feature

"I think that’s what makes really good teams; it is the trust that is in the biggest moments. You just have to do your job because you trust the other person will do theirs." ASU's improved team culture will have to manifest itself through effective execution

Login to view embedded media
Login to view embedded media
Login to view embedded media
Login to view embedded media
Login to view embedded media
Login to view embedded media
Login to view embedded media

Mornin Mates...

Today's Topic = It's Game Time

By this time next Sunday, we will have played our first game against Wyoming and let's hope we don't pull a New Mexico Lobos type loss out of our Sun Devil hats...

Even though the Lobos, at home, were 12.5 underdogs entering the game against the Montana State Bobcats, they were up 24-14 at the half, but only scored 7 pts in the second half, while the Bobcats scored 21 pts, in the 4th quarter, to win the game...

Obviously, the Bobcats of the Big Sky conference, where NAU also resides, knows how to win, given that they made the FCS playoffs last season with an 8-4 record and 6-2 in conference...

While the Lobos were coming off a 4-8 season in the Mtn West and 2-8 in the conference, that interestingly enough, included a late season win against Fresno St on the road...

Yes, that would be the same Fresno St team that beat ASU in SDS 29-0 last year...

So, it would appear that the FCS Bobcats know how to win, just like the Wyoming Cowboys does, too, after finishing the season last year of 9-4 and 5-3 in the Mtn West Conference...

They also beat Fresno St (and Texas Tech) last year and advanced to the Arizona Bowl game in Tucson, that they won on a last second FG over Toledo 16-15...

This season, will we find more ways to win games than last season or will we still not know how to win enough close games to go bowling this year..??

Personally, based on what I've heard about our special teams in the preseason, I'm not sure we can pull it off...

Can we win enough games making about 2/3 of our placekicks (from medium to short range) or punts that only travel 25-35 yards, etc..??

Can we also win enough with a RS FR QB transfer from Michigan St or an OL that seems to be pretty average at best..??

The overall defense seems pretty solid and capable but will that be enough, if our offense can only score around 20 pts or less per game..??

At least, this year, we have enough personnel to put together a decent Scout team, unlike last season, when we didn't have enough to do that...

The overall roster depth has improved but will the accompanying "quality" of the players be enough to win more than 4.5 games..??

At least we'll also have a new OC who will replace Dilly, who replaced Beau Baldwin, calling our offensive plays this season...

But, can we make a 40 yard FG in the closing moments of a game to win it or not..??

And, can we punt for more than 40+ yards on average a game..??

Or, will we be in a position where we have to gamble a lot to overcome holes in our special teams play like last season..??

Fortunately, we are now a week away from finding out the answers to these and other Sun Devil football questions...

For, It's Game Time...

G'day Mates and Go Devils!!!

Today’s practice marks exactly one week away from the Sun Devils’ matchup against Wyoming, and the teams are becoming finalized. This was the first day that the media got to witness the designated scout teams, and there weren’t many surprises.

Good Morning Huddle,

So this week isn't only game week but also represents the normal practice coverage week schedule (as long as the game kicks off on Saturday).

In other words we're not going to have any practice coverage today but rather cover the usual Kenny Dillingham Monday press conference at Noon, and then cover just the Tuesday and Wednesday practices.

We will also have our usual game preview and Know Your Foe features coming your way this week.

“As a coach, I appreciate the work they put in up to this point. it's a blessing because they're a really fun group to coach.” Ever since the spring, the new-look linebacker core has demonstrated the substantial strides it has made ahead of the 2024 season

“When you have those leaders who love it, it just raised as the standard for everybody else." A revamped team culture is just as crucial as the improved depth and skill level for ASU to position itself for a potential turnaround this year

Hey guys,

I wanted to be transparent and mention that I will not be at any of the weekday practices this week. The reason is a good one: I am attending a family reunion celebrating my Dad's 80th birthday.

As you can see, my trusted staff took care of you guys today and will continue to do so over the next several days with our normal practice report, video interviews, features, etc.

Thanks as always for your support!

Hod

“When something means everything to you, it's not hard to go all in on it." The extreme drive ASU alumnus and tight ends coach Jason Mohns has in his desire to succeed with the Sun Devils is a sentiment he has effectively handed down to his position group

Thought you all would like to see this:

Login to view embedded media