(Photo via Susan Wong/WCSN) In the game of football, having strong leaders is a cornerstone of any decent football program. For Arizona State Football, the leaders in 2022 will have their plates full. After a laundry list of departures and arrivals, the Sun Devils are spread thin across the depth chart. When
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ASU Football: Jones set for leadership role as starter and captain
(Photo via Matt Venezia/WCSN) It was only a matter of time before the decision would be made. On Thursday, Arizona State Football head coach Herm Edwards announced that redshirt junior quarterback Emory Jones would be the starting quarterback for the upcoming 2022 season, which was perhaps expected considering he is the most
ASU Football: Sun Devil captains leading the way
(Photo via Kaiden Fesler/WCSN) After an offseason that saw Arizona State Football acquire new pieces from all over the country, leadership is one of the most important qualities keeping this team on track. Through spring and fall practices, many different faces emerged and showed the potential to lead this team to
ASU Football: Sun Devils name Emory Jones starting quarterback
(Photo via Matt Venezia/WCSN) During Thursday’s media availability, Arizona State head coach Herm Edwards named redshirt junior quarterback Emory Jones the starting quarterback for ASU. “The starting quarterback going into opening day will be Emory Jones,” Edwards said. “We've got nine practices left, so as we close in on the opening game
ASU Football: Sun Devils’ Defense Making the Most of Fall Camp
(Photo via Brendan Belfield/WCSN) Entering the 2022 season, Arizona State Football had an idea of what its defense could be – a group with returners and newcomers with a lot of experience. ASU’s defense also had the advantage of promoting within the program, elevating former defensive backs coach Donnie Henderson to
ASU Football: Matus Out for 2022 Season; Sun Devils Reflect
Photo Courtesy Christopher Hook Redshirt senior defensive end Michael Matus was entering his fifth and possibly his final year with Arizona State Football. He looked to end his five-year journey with the elusive Rose Bowl that has been out of reach for Matus and the program during his tenure. However, those
ASU Football: Coaches Set Expectations For Season Ahead
(Photo via Reece Andrews/WCSN) During media day on Monday, Edwards spoke about how, despite the whirlwind offseason, the focus is on the players. During his tenure at ASU, Edwards has always emphasized the player's willingness to put in the work and the change, and with this year of guys, he believes
ASU Football: Sun Devils Keep Outside Noise Outside
(Photo: Reece Andrews/WCSN) Arizona State Football endured an offseason that some telenovelas would call too extreme. Departures from critical players and coaching staff, whether for the NFL or the transfer portal. It is safe to say that ASU has been through the wringer since the end of last year. The beginning of
ASU Football: Leaders make statements ahead of 2022 season
ASU Football: “Outside noise” blocked by Sun Devils’ mentors, leaders
(Photo: Reece Andrews/WCSN) Surrounding every major athletic program – both collegiate and professional – are always swirling clouds full of critics and doubters. Before the season even gets underway, there are dozens of projections and predictions, player outlooks and team evaluations filled with what could be seen as sneers. But how does