The Arizona State Sun Devils faced a challenging game against the Arizona Wildcats, concluding with a 3-9 record for the Sun Devils and a 9-3 for the Wildcats. The final score stood at 23-59 in favor of the visiting team.

Nov 25, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats tight end Tanner McLachlan (right) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the second half of the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

At Mountain America Stadium, home to the Arizona State Sun Devils, an attendance of 53,414 fans witnessed an intense game where the home team struggled to keep up with their opponents' pace. The Sun Devils managed to accumulate a total of 306 yards during the game, with their rushing efforts contributing significantly through 224 yards on 42 attempts. This resulted in two rushing touchdowns, one being a notable four-yard dash into the end zone.

The passing game for Arizona State was less effective; they completed only ten out of twenty-three attempts resulting in one touchdown pass that covered thirty-one yards – also marking their longest pass completion of the day. Despite these efforts, two interceptions were thrown by ASU quarterbacks which hindered their offensive momentum.

Nov 25, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats running back Jonah Coleman (3) scores a touchdown against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first half of the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Special teams had mixed results; while kickoffs totaled 252 yards leading to three touchbacks from four kicks and one reaching inside the twenty-yard line, punt returns were limited but did include a long return of thirty-six yards. However, no punts were blocked nor returned for touchdowns.

Defensively speaking, ASU managed to secure one interception that was returned for thirty-two yards but failed to record any sacks or significant quarterback pressures throughout this encounter. They did force one fumble during play but could not capitalize on it as they lost possession due to their own fumble earlier in the game.

Nov 25, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils tight end Jalin Conyers (12) against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half of the Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Penalties seemed under control as only three were called against them amounting to thirty penalty yards – well below any threshold that would highlight disciplinary issues within this particular contest.

As fans look ahead after this tough loss at home soil against rivals from Arizona University's Wildcats football team who scored fifty-nine points including ten points in just first quarter alone compared with seven by ASU which set tone early on - it is clear there are areas needing improvement before next season's games commence. Fans can catch future broadcasts and updates about upcoming seasons and hope for better outcomes as new strategies are implemented by coaching staff aiming towards success on field next year.

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