Clash at Alaska Airlines Field: Arizona State Sun Devils Fall to Washington Huskies in Football Showdown

The Arizona State Sun Devils now stand at 1-6 after a tough game against the undefeated Washington Huskies, who improved their record to 7-0. The final score was 7-15 in favor of the home team.

At Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium, the Sun Devils faced a formidable opponent in the Washington Huskies. Despite a valiant effort, they were unable to secure victory. The Sun Devils' defense managed two interceptions and recovered two fumbles, showcasing their ability to disrupt the opposing offense. However, they could not capitalize on these opportunities as much as needed.

Arizona State's offense accumulated a total of 341 yards with an average gain of 4.4 yards per play over 78 plays. They achieved first downs on twenty occasions but struggled with efficiency in critical situations; converting only five out of seventeen third-down attempts and two out of six on fourth down.

The rushing attack contributed significantly with 145 yards and one touchdown over thirty-one attempts, averaging nearly five yards per carry. This included a longest run of seventeen yards but was marred by two tackles for loss totaling six negative yards.

Passing proved challenging for Arizona State as they completed twenty-six out of forty-seven attempts for 196 passing yards and an average completion rate above fifty-five percent; however, they also threw one interception that was returned for a touchdown by the opposition.

Special teams had mixed results; while punting yielded an average net yardage of thirty-five from four attempts and placed two inside the twenty-yard line, field goal efforts were unsuccessful with both attempts failing – one blocked and none made.

Penalties played a role too; seven infractions cost them seventy-one penalty yards which hindered momentum at times during the game.

Looking ahead after this setback, fans can mark their calendars for when Arizona State will host Washington State Cougars at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on October 29th. The game is scheduled to kick off under lights with broadcast coverage provided by Pac-12 Network – ensuring fans won't miss any action from this upcoming contest.