Full Breakdown
Arizona State Explodes for 70 Points in Season-Opening Blowout
9/8/2026, 3:28:11 AM
Arizona State Dominates Morgan State
In their season-opening contest, the Arizona State Sun Devils routed the FCS Morgan State Bears by a margin of 70-7. Quarterback Cutter Boley, a transfer from Kentucky, threw six touchdown passes and amassed 387 yards on 21 of 27 attempts before exiting after one series in the third quarter. The Sun Devils accumulated 688 total yards, while Morgan State was limited to 188 yards.
Game Highlights and Statistics
Arizona State built a 49-7 lead at halftime, scoring on its first drive for the 11th consecutive season—the longest active streak nationally. Boley connected twice with Reed Harris, twice with Grayson Rigdon, and also found Omarion Miller and AJ Ia for scores. Running back Kyson Brown contributed a 46-yard touchdown on the second play and finished with 80 yards on six carries. Morgan State’s lone score came on a 2-yard run by Jordan Barnett in the first half.
Coach Perspectives
He also remarked on the unusual decision to shorten the fourth quarter, saying he was unaware it was legal.
Morgan State head coach Damon Wilson acknowledged the financial incentive for traveling to Tempe, stating the program received $600,000 for the game. He added that the matchup gave many players valuable snaps and film to evaluate readiness.
Verbatim Quote
“It was awesome how the fan base showed out,” — Cutter Boley
Upcoming Schedule
The Sun Devils next travel to face No. 8 Texas A&M on the road, followed by a London game against Kansas. Morgan State’s next contest is a home opener against Virginia-Lynchburg.
