Arizona State opens coach Todd Graham's sixth season Thursday night against New Mexico State.
Kickoff at Sun Devil Stadium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Television: Pac-12 Networks.
3 things to watch
- Running wild. ASU has worked the entire off-season on toughness. That should be reflected in its running game. The Sun Devils have established threats in seniors Demario Richard and Kalen Ballage. Their offensive line has added a year of maturity. That should be more than enough against a New Mexico State defense that has ranked last nationally in rushing defense two of the past four seasons.