(Photo: Maya Diaz) TEMPE — While it may not be the most highlight-worthy position on the field, few can argue against the importance of having a strong offensive line. Whether protecting the quarterback from the pass rush or opening up lanes for the running game, winning plays are made possible
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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
ASU Football: Running Back Battle, Spring Practice notes
(Photo: Scotty Bara/WCSN) ASU's spring practice continued today as the Sun Devils held their fourth spring practice at Kajikawa Practice Fields. During the half and hour media availability, the players participated in individual position drills, stretching, ball security and tempo. Running Back Battle The biggest story line of the 2017-2018 football season is
ASU Football: Defense a source of optimism for Sun Devils as spring practice concludes
(Photo: Scotty Bara/WCSN) A spring packed to the seams with uncertainty for Arizona State football concluded on Saturday morning, with a televised practice open to season ticket holders. While the quarterback battle, the offensive line and even the receiving core have garnered most of the attention to this point, the defense, while
