A lot of the flashiest moments were recognizable in Arizona State’s 40-3 win over NAU.
An effective one-two bunch in the backfield, a decisive dual-threat quarterback and a stifling defense were all highlights of ASU Football over the last three years. These facets shined again in the season opener.
So what makes this team different, for better or worse?
It’s tough to tell after game one. NAU is an FCS opponent. The real test is next week in Stillwater. But there wasn’t a much better way ASU could have started the season, still slightly buzzed off a cruel hangover that was this offseason.