Arizona State was outscored 18-7 in the fourth quarter but held on for a season-opening 37-31 victory over New Meixco State.
Starting QB Manny Wilkins has given way to backup Blake Barnett. Wilkins was 22 for 27 for 300 yards and two long TD passes.
Newcomer John Humphrey had seven catches for 123 yards, including a 60-yard TD catch. RB
RB Kalen Ballage has 79 yards and two touchdowns on 18 carries. Demario Richard had one carry in the game for minus four yards.
Sun Devils hold 18-point lead in fourth
New Mexico State's Jason Huntley scored a rushing touchdown with 8:27 to play in ASU's season opener at Sun Devil Stadium on Thursday.