ASU Linebackers Ready to Run It Back for Another Year

(Photo: Spencer Barnes/WCSN) TEMPE — Upon his arrival in 2023, Arizona State defensive coordinator Brian Ward implemented a Nickel Defense or 4-2-5 scheme. The design requires athleticism, versatility and, most importantly, the ability to stop both the run and pass. One of, if not the, most critical component in ASU’s Nickel Defense

Sun Devils prepare to host No. 16 Utah in Tough Test

(Photo: ESPN) Almost a year ago, Arizona State football traveled to then-No. 18 Utah a week removed from a refreshing victory over Washington State. The Sun Devils were 2-6 at the time and had at least a small sense of optimism heading into Salt Lake City. That positivity was quickly wiped away. The

Sun Devils’ Defensive Backs Poised for Improved Season

(Photo: Marina Williams/WCSN) An Arizona State football staffer reminded his defensive backs the importance of taking advantage of fortuitous scenarios during an individual period of a practice at the Kajikawa Practice Fields. “Picks are hard to come by,” he said. “Get the easy ones.” This rang especially true for a team that finished